The Van Wert County Courthouse

Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025

Patricia L. (Schwanderman) Shively

Patricia L. (Schwanderman) Shively, 78, of Delphos, died at 5:18 p.m. Monday, January 11, 2016, at her residence, surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born May 18, 1937, in Paxton, Illinois, the daughter of Elza Schwanderman and Viola (Rhodes) Leidy, who both preceded her in death. On February 14, 1960, she married Paul Shively, who died in April 1992.

Survivors include a daughter, Tami Shively Gehr; six grandchildren; and a brother, Gene (Connie) Leidy.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 15, at Harter and Schier Funeral Home in Delphos, with the Rev. David Howell officiating. Burial will be in Spencerville Cemetery.

Calling hours are from 2-8 p.m. Thursday, January 14, at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.harterandschier.com.

POSTED: 01/12/16 at 5:10 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries