Shawn Marie Helms, 50, of LaPorte, passed away at 3:36 PM Friday, December 31, 2010 in LaPorte.
She was born in Bradenton, FL on February 22, 1960.
Shawn was a selfless and devoted mother to her 3 children, loving sister and daughter. She was also a member of the Presbyterian Church of LaPorte. She was employed with William B's of Michigan City. She was dedicated to volunteering her time and always caring for others.
Surviving are her children Jason Helms of Indianapolis, Meagan Helms of LaPorte, and Travis Helms of Indianapolis; her sister, Maureen (Tamer) Mercho of Indianapolis; 2 nephews, Anthony and Alexander Mercho of Indianapolis; 1 niece, Lillian Mercho of Indianapolis.
Also Surviving are 3 step-sisters, Janice Seng of Ohio, Charmaine Devereaux of LaPorte, and Bonnie Rose of Indianapolis; 1 step-brother, Chuck Rose of South Bend.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Donna Rosenbaum Rose and her step-father, Julius Rose.
Friends will be received Wednesday, January 5, 2011 from 3-7 PM at the Cutler Funeral Home, LaPorte, IN.
Services will be held at 10:30 AM Thursday, January 6, 2011 at the Presbyterian Church of LaPorte, with Rev. Sally Wicks officiating. A time of visitation will also be held at the church from 9:30-10:30 AM.
Interment will follow in the Patton Cemetery, LaPorte, IN.
Contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital for Rhabdomyosarcoma Research or the Presbyterian Church of LaPorte.
Family and friends may leave condolences at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.