Shirley Ann (Sekela) Adams, 82, of Elkhart, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024, at her home surrounded by loving family. She was born on April 8, 1942, in Butler, PA, to the late John Sr. and Evelyn (Barna) Sekela. On September 5, 1959, in Butler, PA, Shirley married the father of her children, Oscar Massart. He passed away on January 21, 1979. On August 18, 1984, in Elkhart, Shirley remarried to David Lee "Dave" Adams. He passed away on December 18, 2016.

Shirley is survived by her loving children, Terry (Lori) Massart of Elkhart, Timberlee (Mike) Alexander of Elkhart, Tracey (Ed) Chupp of Goshen, and Tricia (Teresa) Massart of Elkhart; 7 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild and one on the way; her many beloved neighbors on Beach Drive; and a loving host of extended family, friends, and acquaintances.

In addition to her husbands and parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her children, Todd Anthony, Troy, Tammy Jean, and Lori Massart, and her brother, John Sekela, Jr.

Services for Shirley will be held on Monday, October 28, 2024, at Billings Funeral Home with visitation from 5 PM to 7 PM and a service to immediately follow at 7 PM. Pastor Jeremy Sarber of Billings Funeral Home will officiate. In accordance with Shirley's wishes, cremation will follow her funeral services. At a later date, Shirley will be buried at Rice Cemetery.

Shirley received her bachelor's in nursing and was a licensed Registered Nurse for many years. In 1984, she, alongside Dave, started their own company called Adams & Adams Corp. They specialized in financial consulting regarding federal government employee benefits and did so for many years. The pair were also active members of the Great Plains Bass Circuit, participating in many fishing tournaments and other outings over the years.

In her spare time, Shirley adored spending time with family, with many nights involving games of Yahtzee, Scrabble, or Poker. She also was looking forward to Thanksgiving, being able to share memories with her loved ones and cook some delicious dishes for the occasion, as she loved to cook and bake.

Shirley will best be remembered as an amazing and loving mother, grandmother, wife, and friend who had the biggest heart. She, along with all the love and joy she shared, will be dearly missed by those whose hearts she touched throughout her life.

The family would like to thank the Center for Hospice Care for their phenomenal care extended towards Shirley, especially from her beloved nurse, Laura. Memorial donations made in Shirley's honor can be directed towards the Center for Hospice Care, 501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka, IN 46545.

Center for Hospice Care
501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka IN 46545
Tel: 1-800-413-9083
Email: info@foundationforhospice.org
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