Nellie Biskner, 95, of Bronson, formerly of Detroit, passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility in Coldwater.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at 12 Noon at Christ the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Lincoln Park. Interment of ashes will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2014 at Woodmere Cemetery in Detroit.
Nellie was born June 19, 1919 in Detroit, MI to Valentine & Margaret Cieliczka. She married Charles A. Biskner in 1938, he preceded her in death in 2002.
Nellie was a dedicated wife, mother and homemaker and had also worked at the former Becker Produce in Detroit for 19 years. She came to Bronson to be closer to her daughter and had attended St. Mary’s Church. Nellie enjoyed gardening and baking.
Nellie is survived by her daughters Deborah Cheetam of Woodhaven, SC and Joan (Mel) Gourlay of Bronson. In addition to her husband, she was also preceded in death by her daughter Kathryn Biskner. www.dutcherfh.com.