Judith Nelson
July 23, 1943 - January 09, 2022
Obituary
Judith “Judy” Ann Nelson, age 78, of Freeland, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, January 9, 2022.
The daughter of Emerson and Elizabeth (Schuetz) Cotie, Judy was born July 23, 1943, in Saginaw, Michigan. She married Dwayne Nelson on May 29, 1969. They were married for 49 years until his passing. He preceded her in death in June of 2018.
Judy was a devoted wife and mother. She worked at various clerical jobs, including Baker Perkins, The Wickes Corp., Saginaw Osteopathic Hospital, eventually retiring from Genesys in Flint. Judy loved musicals and she enjoyed collecting, playing cards, and camping. She most cherished spending time with family, friends, and her pets. Those who knew her, know that she was a private and intensely caring person.
Judy is survived by children, Marnie Malacara and Clayton (Zaley) Nelson; grandchildren, Ashton Lewandowski, Kyen Malacara, Nevan Malacara, Ada Nelson, and Torunn Nelson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dwayne Nelson, brother, Keith Cotie, and parents.
Honoring Judy's wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be scheduled for a later date.
For information, please call Fischer Family Funeral Services at (989) 755-8277. To express your condolences, please visit www.fischerfuneral.com.
The daughter of Emerson and Elizabeth (Schuetz) Cotie, Judy was born July 23, 1943, in Saginaw, Michigan. She married Dwayne Nelson on May 29, 1969. They were married for 49 years until his passing. He preceded her in death in June of 2018.
Judy was a devoted wife and mother. She worked at various clerical jobs, including Baker Perkins, The Wickes Corp., Saginaw Osteopathic Hospital, eventually retiring from Genesys in Flint. Judy loved musicals and she enjoyed collecting, playing cards, and camping. She most cherished spending time with family, friends, and her pets. Those who knew her, know that she was a private and intensely caring person.
Judy is survived by children, Marnie Malacara and Clayton (Zaley) Nelson; grandchildren, Ashton Lewandowski, Kyen Malacara, Nevan Malacara, Ada Nelson, and Torunn Nelson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dwayne Nelson, brother, Keith Cotie, and parents.
Honoring Judy's wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be scheduled for a later date.
For information, please call Fischer Family Funeral Services at (989) 755-8277. To express your condolences, please visit www.fischerfuneral.com.
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Alissa, Jeremy, & Matt
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Alissa, Jeremy, & Matt purchased the Fields of Europe for Spring for the family of Judith A. Nelson.
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Cynthia Davenport
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Our wonderful neighbor Judy was “the most generous” person. Every time our children had something to sell for school they would go around the neighborhood and Judy not only ALWAYS bought something but usually bought 2 or 3. She was there when we needed a place for our girls to go one day after school when we couldn’t get home in time. She always let us borrow tables for our yard sale. The list goes on. She never said no. I am so thankful we were able to take her to our daughter’s dance recital last summer - a small favor in return for all her generosity. We will miss our neighbor and miss seeing her walk Izzy around the neighborhood. We are deeply saddened by her passing.