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1920 - 2013
 Leone E. Nielsen, age 92, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2013 at her daughters home in Casnovia under the loving care of her family and Grace Hospice. She was born May 28, 1920 in Nunica, the daughter of Philipp and Hulda (Lange) Hecksel. She graduated from Western Michigan University in 1943 with a Bachelors degree in Home Economics, and started teaching at Blanchard High School in the fall of 1943. She married Lawrence Nielsen of Blanchard on March 16, 1945 in Nunica. They enjoyed 50 years of marriage together before he preceded her in death in 1995. Leone was also preceded in death by a grandson, Joshua Boyer in 2004; and eight brothers and sisters. She was a longtime member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Edmore. She enjoyed gardening, bird watching, and canning. She was adventurous, and enjoyed three visits to Alaska in the later years of her life. Leone is survived by her children, Judy (Ron) Atkins of Swanton, OH, Wendell (Gwen) Nielsen of Kalamazoo, Lynne (Jeff) Gussert of Iron Mountain, and Coleen Boyer of Casnovia; grandchildren, Regina (Greg) Kruger, Caley (Shelly) Edgerly, Cari Edgerly, Beth (Bill) Stevenson, Cory Riche, Erin (Colin) Weber, Carly Gussert, Gordon Boyer, and Kirk Boyer; and eleven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Edmore, with the Rev. Aaron I. Sorrels officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM at church, and Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:00 AM prior to the funeral at church. Burial will be in Rolland Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions in her honor may be given to Our Savior's Lutheran Church or Grace Hospice, Muskegon.
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There are currently 8 condolences.
Harmony Nowlin
Thursday May 23, 2013 at
10:19 AM
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Leone epitomized an example of a woman sharing God's love! I'm sure she is in heaven reaping her rewards! I loved getting to know here at Our Saviors Lutheran Church!
My condolences to Judy and the rest of the family. How blessed we all are to have know her!
Harmony Nowlin
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Jeanette Houghton
Tuesday May 21, 2013 at
12:09 PM
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Leone was a special and gracious lady. She will be missed by many of us who knew her. God Bless.
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Gayle Hanline & Cheryl Lobert
Tuesday May 21, 2013 at
9:08 AM
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Sorry for the loss of a great lady, She was a great teacher & friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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Martin and Lois Simon
Tuesday May 21, 2013 at
8:29 AM
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Leone was a great lady. I was
in her Home Ec class when she first
started teaching in Blanchard. I remember how kind she always was.
Martin and Lois
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Knut Abrahamsen
Tuesday May 21, 2013 at
1:43 AM
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Dear Leone,
You were a strong branch in the US Ostlyngen tree.
We are so glad we could meet both You and Lawrence.
Thanks for all good memories You gave us.
Knut, Gunn and Berit in Sweden
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Terry & Diane Kunst
Monday May 20, 2013 at
2:18 PM
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What a kind lady she was! When remembering her the picture comes to mind of her sweet smile and always asking how we are. As my (Diane's) teacher, her helpful guidance and gentle guidance was so appreciated. We know those who loved her will miss her. God bless all of her family. Hello to classmate, Wendell, also.
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Dave Wing
Monday May 20, 2013 at
10:36 AM
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Wendell, Gwen and family. Wendell has spoken often of his mother. One of the times that I remember was when he took her for a ride on his Gold Wing on her 90th birthday. I believe that he said her comment was something to the effect of: " Now I know why you enjoy this so much." I guess that means that she liked it. All of us from the Gold Wing chapter D of Kalamazoo are sending our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. You mean a lot to us and we are with you at this time.
Dave Wing
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Heidi Pamerleau
Sunday May 19, 2013 at
7:14 PM
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Leone was a loving lady and a wonderfully patient teacher. So glad her pain is gone and she is rejoicing with her friend Lucille Jensen in the hands of our loving father.
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