Shelby Faith Eilts-Hohimer
d. August 17, 2019
Shelby Faith Eilts-Hohimer, age 26, of Chatham, passed away peacefully in her Mother’s arms on Saturday, August 17, 2019 at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.
Shelby was born on May 6, 1993 in Springfield, IL the daughter of Joe and Missy Nichols-Eilts.
She is survived by her daughter, Maelee Grace Hohimer; father, Joe (Susan) Eilts; mother, Missy (Papa Eddie) Eilts; brother, Jake Eilts; grandparents Harry “Butch” and Wanda Nichols; grandparents, Harold and Eulene Eilts; Uncle and Aunt, Mike and Teri Nichols; Aunt Kim Vail; as well as several cousins, great aunts and uncles, special friends and her beloved dog, Oakley.
Shelby was a marketing manager and licensed leasing agent for Capital City Property Management in Springfield.
She enjoyed shopping, photography, crafting, country music and traveling. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her daughter, Maelee Grace. Shelby was known for being a very giving individual.
Visitation for Shelby Faith will be held on Wednesday, August 21, 2019 from 4:00-8:00 PM at the Athens Christian Church at 1411 W. Rt. 29, Athens, IL 62613. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2019 at 11:00 AM also at the church.
Memorials can be made to “Maelee’s Educational Fund.” Memorials can be sent to Mott & Henning Funeral Home at P.O. Box 257 Athens, Illinois 62613.
Rev. Shane Baker will be officiating.
Burial at Joel Hall Cemetery in Athens, IL.
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Posted August 19th, 2019 at 4:06 pm
Missy, Joe and Jake our prayers and are thoughts are with your family. So many people you’ve never met prayed for Shelby and share in your grief. I hope you can find comfort in the fact you did everything possible and that God decided to take her home with him.
Posted August 19th, 2019 at 4:16 pm
Missy, you know my heart breaks for you and your family. My relationship with your Shelby has mostly been through Facebook in the last few years. I know that she has the same sweet spirit as her mama. People are continuing to lift you and your family up in prayer and love. I will not ask “what do you need?” because I know how overwhelmed you are. I will reach out to you after you have time to take a deep breath.
Posted August 19th, 2019 at 8:15 pm
Missy,Eddie,Joe,Wanda,Butch,Mike,and Terri,
Words cant express how sorry we are this didn’t turn out differently.We are so very shocked and sorry!!! We loved Shelby she had the biggest heart would give to anyone talk to anyone she knew what it was to be the underdog and darn it she would NEVER treat anyone as she was treated!!!! She was beautiful inside and out!! We love you guys. Praying for you all
Posted August 19th, 2019 at 9:16 pm
Although we did not know Shelby on a personal level we could feel her kindness and her heart and your heart (her Momma, Missy) thru Facebook via Colleens online updates. We are sending our condolences, thoughts, prayers and love .🙏
We as a family suffered a traggic loss almost 7 years ago with the passing of my husband (the patriarch of the family) in an automobile accident. It is never ever easy to lose a loved one and it takes a very long time to find a new normal. Lean on your family, friend’s and community to get you through. Your granddaughter will help heal your heart as mine did as well.
Know that we The Johnston Family are praying for peaceful hearts and minds. Hugs from NH 💕
Posted August 19th, 2019 at 11:56 pm
Shelby touched so many lives with her warm heart and her generosity.
Missy and Joe: No words can say how we feel nor nothing ever written could convey how deep our sorrow is for You. Shelby was funny, kind and most of all beautiful! Missy there couldn’t have been one more thing you could have done for her. Shelby had a beautiful life because of you two. We are praying for both of you.
We love you. We loved Shelby so much. We love Mahlee.
To Wanda and Butch:
I can’t imagine what you two are going thru. Know that our best wishes and prayers are meant for you. You couldn’t have given more love than you did to Shelby.
God Bless You All
Were so sorry for your loss.
Love Roger and Carolynn Eilts
Posted August 20th, 2019 at 6:01 am
Dearest Missy, I have followed your journey with Shelby from the very beginning on Facebook. You have gone through every parent worst nightmare and showed nothing but grace, courage, faith and love for Missy and God. I pray that all those fine qualities get you through the days ahead and are passed onto your granddaughter. RIP Shelby, you put up a brave fight. Continued prayers for you and your family.
Posted August 20th, 2019 at 9:47 am
My deepest condolences go out to Shelby’s family and friends. I have many fond memories of her coming to our house to play with Hailey when we were neighbors in Sherman. Though I had not seen her for a while it’s obvious that she grew up to be a beautiful and caring young woman. The death of someone so young and so loved is a tragedy for all involved. I know from experience that the death of a child is a heartbreak like no other. Please know that I am sending love and prayers your way.
Posted August 21st, 2019 at 8:57 am
Joe and Missy. I am so sorry to hear of Shelby’s passing. I know we waited excitedly for her arrival in this world and way too soon she is leaving us. Sending prayers your way and know that anything that you need is always available to you at any time.
Posted August 21st, 2019 at 11:40 am
Missy and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Someone recently shared this quote with me. “If the people we love are stolen from us, the way to have them live on is to never stop loving them.” I know Shelby will live on through your love for her and her precious little girl. ❤️
Posted August 21st, 2019 at 11:45 am
Dear Missy, There are no words to express how anguished we feel to learn of your beloved daughter’s passing. May God comfort you and little Maelee and hold you in the palm of his hand. Shelby is in Paradise and may that blessed thought help you through the coming days.
Nancy and Tim Bass
Posted August 21st, 2019 at 2:24 pm
Not knowing the family, but feel like I do. I’ve followed Facebook posts daily, and prayed and prayed. My heart continues to pray for you all. May God give you some peace….
Posted August 21st, 2019 at 10:23 pm
I did not know your Love One but am sending Thoughts and Prayers to The Entire Family. May she Rest In Peace. And hope all her memories bring you much comfort in the days ahead. 😇
Posted August 22nd, 2019 at 9:51 am
Joe and Missy:
Sorry for your loss; hang in there.
Posted August 22nd, 2019 at 2:17 pm
Our sincere condolences go out to Shelby’s family and friends. Please know we’re sending love and prayers your way, may you find peace in the days ahead.
Posted August 22nd, 2019 at 3:45 pm
Dear Missy and Wanda, I am so very sorry to hear of Shelby’s passing. I pray that you both and Maelee find some peace and rest soon.
EZ
Posted August 22nd, 2019 at 6:52 pm
Joe, I am so sorry to read about the loss of your daughter. You have my deepest condolences and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.