Sheila Hotvedt

She was born on Dec. 25, 1937, in Iron River, the daughter of the late Henry and Gladys (Olsen) Delinski. She graduated from Harvey H. Lowrey High School in 1955. Sheila obtained her bachelor’s degree in social work at Wayne State University in 1985.

Sheila married Robert Hotvedt and had three children.

She later moved back to Iron River and was part owner of Century 21. After Sheila obtained her college degree, she was first employed by Family’s First in Detroit. Later, to assist with her aging father, she moved back to Iron River and was employed at Iron County Medicare Facility, the Caring House and Northpointe. 

Sheila loved to spend time with family and friends. She also enjoyed animals and was a volunteer at the animal shelter in Iron River. Sheila played the piano, had a flair for design and a great sense of humor. She was drawn to the outdoors and water.

Sheila is survived by her son, Keith (Dawn) of Woodhaven; daughter, Judith (Michael) Hemeleski of Iron River; daughter, Amie (Jim) Tefft of Appleton; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. 

Sheila was preceded in death by her mother, Gladys (Olsen) Delinski; father, Henry Delinski; brother, Rick Delinski; granddaughter, Alexandra Hemeleski. 

A memorial service will be announced at a later date. 

You may leave a condolence or tribute for Sheila’s family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com.

The family has chosen the Jacobs Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Iron Mountain to honor Sheila’s legacy of life.