Shelley L. (Bernbaum) Klemm

Shelley L. Klemm, 77, of Mishawaka, IN, passed away on Sunday, Feb.15 at Tanglewood Trace, Mishawaka, IN.

Shelley was born on Oct. 25, 1948, in Monroe, MI to the late Max and Ann (Smurlo) Bernbaum.

On Sept. 6, 1975, in New Carlisle, IN, Shelley married Brant E. Klemm, who preceded her in death in 2019.  Shelley is survived by her cousin Michael R. (Cheryl) Foley of Marietta, GA, sister-in-law Julia D. (Stephen) Klemm-Burkat and numerous other cousins.

Shelley attended Ray-Vogue School of Design in Chicago, Il, specializing in Architectural Rendering.  She spent 20 years as a pediatric cardiology medical transcriptionist.         

Many of Shelley’s happiest times were spent at their home on the St. Joe River and at the cabin on Lake Superior.  She was artistic, witty and loved a good party.

Shelley will be dearly missed by her loving family and friends she made during her life journey.  Many thanks to her dear friends for their love, kindness and assistance these past few years.

We appreciate the care Shelley received at Tanglewood Trace.  A special thank you to the amazing team from Luminary Hospice for their excellent care, kindness and friendship.  Memorial donations may be made in Shelley’s honor to Luminary Hospice, 7321 Heritage Square Drive, #2120, Granger, IN 46530.

Private services will take place at a later date.

The Hanley and Sons Funeral Home “Southwest Chapel” and Cremation Service is assisting the family with arrangements and extends our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers to all of Shelley’s family and friends.

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