Natasha Marie Huelskamp, 29, of Delray Beach, FL, lost her hard fought 10-year battle with severe mental illness on September 18, 2025. Born October 1, 1995, in Fond-des-Blanc, Haiti, Natasha was raised by her grandmother Marie Merzeta, adopted by Tim and Angela Huelskamp of Fowler, KS, and baptized on December 5, 1997.
Natasha is survived by her parents of Hutchinson, KS; her siblings: Rebecca, Athan, and Alex; her maternal grandmother, Josephine Shawen; many beloved aunts, uncles and cousins; and her godparents, Jim & Diane Woodruff. Natasha was preceded in death by her grandparents; Warren Shawen and Leroy & Stellie Huelskamp.
Natasha loved small town life growing up in Fowler. Times at the Farm were special, especially helping Grandma around the house, riding the tractor with Dad, and for a real treat, the combine with Grandpa. But the absolute best times for Natasha were gathering at the Farm for the holidays with cousins, aunts, and uncles. Natasha, a gifted artist, loved her time at Fowler’s Vera Water Art Center where Martha Walker recognized and nurtured her talent in drawing and painting. That love of art continued throughout her life. Natasha also had an adventurous spirit convincing her mom and sister to go parasailing and had great plans to travel, especially to her birthplace in Haiti. In recent years, she found peace on the beaches of Florida where she enjoyed taking photos.
Her mental health journey led Natasha to become an advocate for mental health and suicide awareness. She proudly had the semicolon tattooed on her wrist not only to bring suicide awareness, but as a personal testimony and reminder of her infinite value. Natasha loved participating in the annual NAMI Walk. And amid her own trials, Natasha was known for her kind smile and encouraging words, especially for others fighting similar battles. To those struggling with their mental health, Natasha would tell you not to wait another day to get help, because you are worthy!
Natasha loved the Lord with all her heart, dearly loved each and every family member and friend, and had great goals and plans for her life. She regularly attended Mass at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church in Delray Beach, FL, aspired to weekly Confession, and religiously wore the brown scapular. The last thing she wanted to do was leave this world and all of us with so much life left to live.
A Parish Rosary will be 7 p.m. Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Church of the Holy Cross, 2531 Independence Rd., Hutchinson. The family will receive friends following the Rosary.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 26, 2025, at Church of the Holy Cross, celebrated by Father Matthew D. Marney. Burial will be 2 p.m. at Buhler Municipal East Cemetery, 14842 E. 82nd Ave., Buhler.
Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to the CureSZ Foundation - Natasha Marie Huelskamp Memorial, or in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.