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Shelia Darlene Etmus
By Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home
May 29, 2025
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Bonham, Texas -- Shelia Darlene Etmus, 57, of Cumby, Texas, passed away on May 28, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family. Born on September 16, 1967, the daughter of Roy and Fayrene Boatwright.

Shelia graduated high school from Sam Rayburn ISD. A proud member of Cross Trails Cowboy Church, Shelia took great pleasure in camping, cooking with her cast iron, and embarking on road trips. She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, she embraced the children at Cumby and Campbell ISD schools as part of her extended family, as she was in the cafeteria and the custodian, demonstrating a nurturing spirit that touched many lives.

Shelia married her beloved husband, Edward "Eddie" Etmus Sr., on June 13, 1993. Together, they created countless memories, often dressing as Mr. and Mrs. Claus to spread joy through various nonprofit organizations.

She is survived by her beloved husband Eddie Etmus Sr., mother Fayrene Boatwright, daughter Kimberly Owens and husband Adam Morel, daughter Tonya Nicholson and husband Matt Prater, son Justin Nicholson and wife Allisa, sons, Jason Etmus and Eddie Etmus Jr., brother Donnie Boatwright and wife Ryan, sisters Tina Walsh and husband Keith, and Dawn Shipman and husband Larry, grandchildren, Andrew Etmus, Jaxson Etmus, Melody Morel, Zachary Owens, Sterling Owens, Rosalyne Kelly, Montgomery Owens, Bonnifay Owens, Jason Benton, Jetta Benton, Josie Nicholson, Amellia Nicholson, great grandkids, Pierce Etmus, Branson Etmus, Dawson Kelley, Delila Owens, Cassidy Mitchell, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by, her father Roy Boatwright, and son-in-law Robert Owens.

Shelia Darlene Etmus will be deeply missed, but her loving spirit and unwavering commitment to her family and community will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Cross Trails Cowboy Church beginning at 10:30 a.m. Bro. Oliver Mowat will officiate. Visitation will be held Friday, May 30, 2025, at Cooper-Sorrells Funeral Home in Bonham, TX, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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