Michelle Ann Esselman

1966 - 2010

Michelle Ann Esselman, 43, of Topeka, passed away at her home at 3:50 a.m. on Thursday, April 8, 2010. She was born July 1, 1966 in Havana, to Nelson and Zelda (Poen) Esselman.

Michelle is survived by her father, Nelson, of Topeka, mother, Zelda, of Greenview and several aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her grandparents.

Michelle was co-owner of M&M Shed Restaurant. She was a member of the Mason County Farm Bureau and was an avid Cubs, Illini and Bears fan. She was a 1984 graduate of Havana High School and attended college at Illinois State University and Spoon River College, receiving an Associate's Degree.

Funeral services will be held at Hurley Funeral Home in Havana on Monday, April 12, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. Visitation will be held Sunday afternoon from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m., also at the funeral home. Rev. Sidney Davis will officiate. Burial will follow the services at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Havana.

Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice. Online memorial messages may be left for the family at www.hurleyfh.com.

Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.