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Nellie Harvey Obituary

Nellie E. Harvey Lansing Nellie Elizabeth Harvey of Lansing, age 89, passed away on September 3, 2010 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in St. Johns MI on March 27, 1921 to William and Elizabeth McKinney. Nellie retired from General Motors in 1982. She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Ken; her children, Cynthia (Steve) Higelmire, Jane Ann (Charlie) Higelmire; her stepchildren, Sharon (James) Brehm, Darlene (Rick) Szedlak, Tom (Janelle) Harvey, Duane (Kathy) Harvey; and son-in-law, Chris Need. In addition Nellie is survived by her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Nellie was preceded in death by her stepdaughter, Marilyn Need. A Celebration of Nellie's life will be held Thursday, 1:00 p.m. at the Palmer, Bush and Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. Interment will follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Funeral Home.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Sep. 8, 2010.

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Alysse

September 15, 2010

Miss you and love you always!

Karen Lampani

September 9, 2010

I will miss Nellie dearly! We had a date every 2 weeks for her nails, and enjoyed her company!

September 9, 2010

Sorry to hear of the family's loss. Nellie was a sweet, loving person. I enjoyed seeing her when I got the chance. Prayers and Blessings go out to the family. May God bless you and keep you close. Jodi L. LaValley-Holt, Michigan

RUTH FELDMAN

September 9, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

September 9, 2010

Wow Mrs. Nellie!!! I will miss you and forever be greatful for your thoughtful glimpse into health care and why it could be the career for me. So blessed to have been your neighbor. God bless and keep Mr. Harvey and family. Michele Chukwu

Amy DeWitt

September 8, 2010

I want to thank all of Grandma's friends, neighbors and family for showing support to Grandpa at this very difficult time. I couldnlt have had a more loving Grandma than Nellie and she will be missed dearly! Heaven just got another wonderful angel. I love you to the moon and back!!!

September 8, 2010

We enjoyed Nellie"s company every Tues. at 6:15 p.m. for MANY-MANY years when she bowled in the Olds Girls bowling league. She was a great lady and always enjoyable to be around. Buzz Hart, Lansing Recreation Center and Buzz's Bowling Lounge

Shirley Willis

September 8, 2010

My family sends heartfelt condolences to Ken and family. Nellie was a beautiful, loving, kind person with a heart of gold. She will truly be missed as a caring neighbor and a loving friend. We love you and you are in our prayers.

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