Shirley Ann Edwards

Shirley Ann Edwards, 82, of Van Wert, passed away at 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, February 25, 2020, at Vancrest Health Care Center in Van Wert.

She was born April 14, 1937, in Chattanooga, the daughter of Harold L. and Evelyn (Fox) Huffman, who both preceded her in death. On April 27, 1957, she married Ronald Orval Edwards, who died November 30, 2000.

Survivors include her children, Sonna J. (Raymond) Seibert of Van Wert and Steven (Shelly) Edwards of Van Wert; two brothers, Norbert F. Huffman of St. Marys and Douglas (Linda) Huffman of Celina; two grandchildren, Kisha (Chris) Blue and Coy Seibert; two great-grandchildren, Jayci and Zaide Blue; Shirley’s fiancé, Robert Moody of Ohio City; Bob’s children, Tim (Marcia) Moody, Julie (Tracey) Strous, and Gwyn (Pacossa) Moody; plus several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Shirley was a 1956 graduate of Rockford High School and a member of Ohio City United Methodist Church. She had worked at Huffy Manufacturing in Celina and operated her own shop — Shiramics — in Ohio City for more than 10 years. She bowled for many years in the Tuesday morning and Wednesday night leagues. She also enjoyed watching softball and her grandchildren’s other activities.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, February 29, at Cowan & Son Funeral Home in Van Wert, with Pastor Randy Bevington officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery in Ohio City. 

Visitation is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials: Ohio City United Methodist Church.

Condolences may be expressed at cowanfuneralhome.com.