Shelby Jean Boelk's Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shelby Jean Boelk of St. Helens, Oregon, on February 26, 2024. Shelby touched many throughout her life and will be greatly missed.
Shelby was born on June 19, 1945, to Harold and Gladys Indahl of Littlefork, Minnesota. During her school years, she worked at her family's restaurant, Indahl's Cafe. After graduating from Littlefork-Big Falls High School, she attended Business School in Duluth, Minnesota.
On July, 18, 1964, Shelby married the love of her life, Charles Boelk, at Littlefork Lutheran Church. Together, they raised their three daughters (Leesa, Susie, and Julie) in Northern Minnesota where Shelby enjoyed camping, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and playing her piano. Most of all she just loved spending time with her family. In 1985, the family moved out of state due to Charlie's job, and settled in St. Helens, Oregon.
Despite moving across country, Shelby kept herself busy with many trips back to Minnesota to visit friends and family. She was a member of First Lutheran Church in St. Helens. Shelby became a regular bowler with the Morning Muffins bowling league, played Bunco, and enjoyed reading countless books on the family’s boat while Charlie fished. Most of all, Shelby cherished spending time with her children and grandchildren, whom she loved dearly.
Shelby is survived by her husband of nearly 60 years, Charlie; daughters: Leesa, Susie (Ray), and Julie (TJ); grandchildren: Ashley, Tyler, RJ, Hunter, Rylee, and Peyton; great grandchildren: Cameron, Ricky, and Mag; and sister-in-law, Patti Indahl. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Gladys Indahl, and her brother, Gary Indahl.
A memorial service in St. Helens, Oregon, and graveside service with interment in Littlefork, Minnesota, will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to:
First Lutheran Church in St. Helens, Oregon
Littlefork Lutheran Church in Littlefork, Minnesota
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