BORN

1938

DIED

2013

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Luyben Dilday - Long Beach - Long Beach

5161 Arbor Road

Long Beach, California

Sheila Erlanson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 4, 2013.

Sheila Rae Erlanson (Keltner)
August 24, 1938 – March 4, 2013

Sheila went home to the Lord at the age of 74, after an 8 year battle with Alzheimer's disease and a recent discovery of cancer. Born in Ontario, California to Glen and Helen Keltner, she was raised in Wilmington, California. She settled in Long Beach, with her husband Dick in 1967, where she raised their family. Sheila was a Customer Service Supervisor and International Sales Coordinator for Belmont United Van Lines for over 20 years, where she made many close friends. She was also very active at St. Timothy and Mt. Olivet Lutheran Churches. Sheila loved to camp, fish and collect rocks, visiting many of the campgrounds on the Eastern Sierras. The desert and beaches were among her favorite areas for hiking and camping. Her nickname was 'Princess Catch'em and Cook'em'. She is survived by her husband Dick, of nearly 50 years; children Shannon, Brad, Julie, and Eric; 10 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, brother Jerry, sister Sunny, in-laws Roy, David and Carolyn; 12 nieces and nephews.
Services will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Luyben Family Dilday-Mottell Mortuary, 5161 E. Arbor Road, Long Beach, CA 90808, (562) 425-6401. www.luybenfamilyd-m.com
The family suggests donations to the Alzheimer's Association.

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March 15, 2013

Greg Hedrick

Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. John 14:27 "Peace be with you" is what she would say. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

March 15, 2013

Phyllis Ferguson

Julie and family we are sorry for the loss of you mother. Wish we could be there for you. The few times I meet your mother I knew she was a very special lady.
With Love from West Virginia
Phyllis & Denny Ferguson

March 15, 2013

Shirley Hedrick

We were never fornitate enough to spend a lot of time with Sheila. The time we shared was very enjoyable. She was a very vibrant and lovely lady. She gave us a lovely daughter-in-law '' Julie ''. We share two beautiful granddaughters " Melissa" and "Cassidy" and one so special great granddaughter "Zoey". So sorry for your loss. It is heavens gain.
Shirley & Willie Hedrick
West Virginia

March 14, 2013

Barbara Koon

Posted by Barbara Koon

March 13, 2013

julie

Mommy I miss you....

March 13, 2013

Joe and I are so very sorry for your loss and you all are in our prayers. She loved visiting here in VA. and WV.

March 12, 2013

Im so sorry to hear about your loss. May the promise recorded at ps 37:29 bring you comfort

March 12, 2013

Our prayers go out to Dick and the family... Greg and Melissa Keyes

March 11, 2013

Wayne Nicholls

Wonderful memories of Sheila during her years at Belmont Van & Storage. May she rest in peace.

March 10, 2013

Barbara Koon

My heart goes out to Dick and the whole family for the loss of Wife, Mother and Grandmother. She will forever be in my heart as I remember working with her and enjoying many times together outside of work. She is with the Lord now. Amen.

March 7, 2013

Debbi & Michael Fields

Sheila was a wonderful friend ~ so many memories of working together at Belmont, the bowling league, and the wonderful vacations she, Dick, my husband, Michael, and I took - Jamaica, St. Lucia, and Hawaii. She was the type of person that was always there for you, had encouraging words, and took the time to listen - to EVERYBODY. Sheila will be missed by so many people. Love you!

March 6, 2013

Nanney Family

We are so very sorry for the loss of Sheila! May the memories made with her be strong in the hearts and mind of those who knew and loved her! Our prayers go out to her family and friends!

March 6, 2013

Donna Turek

Sheila was always a class act. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Wishing the family peace to bring them comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in their hearts.

March 5, 2013

Natasha Schickler

Shannon and family- I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. May she forever rest peacefully and her memory be eternal. Please accept my deepest and most sincere sympathies.

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