Nellie Shenberger

MANSFIELD: Nellie Shenberger, 74, passed away early Friday morning, June 3, 2011 at Hospice of North Central Ohio. Born April 3, 1937 in Mansfield, she was the daughter of Sarah (Letizia) and Michael Morelli. Nellie was a first generation Italian-American, with her father emigrating from Italy and her mother from Sicily. She was a graduate of Madison High School. On August 23, 1958, she married Mervin L. Shenberger, whom precedes her in death. Nellie retired from General Motors after 35 years of service as a Payroll Accountant. She then worked part-time at Macy's in the Jewelry Department. Nellie enjoyed visiting casinos, quilting and creating special memories with her grandchildren.

She is survived by two children, Cheryl Shenberger Rettig and Lt. Col. Michael (Alona) Shenberger; grandchildren, Sara E. Rettig, Andrew M. Rettig, Elizabeth M. Shenberger and Seth M. Shenberger; sister, Corrine (Daniel) Devich; brother, Antonio (Carolyn) Morelli; brother-in-law, Val (Pat) Shenberger; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Elizabeth Hicks; brothers-in-law, Richard, Jim, Leroy (Junior) and Sam Shenberger.

Friends may visit from 3-6 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 2011 at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, 98 S. Diamond St., Mansfield. Funeral services will be Monday at 1:30 p.m. in the funeral home with Father Jim Halleron officiating. Burial will follow in Mansfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of North Central Ohio, 1050 Dauch Drive, Ashland, OH 44805.

Online guest registry at www.wappner.com

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Published by News Journal on Jun. 4, 2011.

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June 10, 2011

So sorry to hear of your mothers passing, will miss seeing her drive down the road, at the library and mowing her yard. Suzi Bauman, neighbor.

June 6, 2011

Mike,
I am so sorry to hear about your Mother's passing. My prayers are with you and Cheryl and your families.

Milly Collins

Crystal Kellar

June 4, 2011

Mike, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your memories bring peaceful thoughts to you at this time.

Beckie Clark

June 4, 2011

Dearest Cheryl and Mike;
I am so very, very sorry to hear of Nellie's passing. My thoughts and my prayers are with you.
Your Mom & Dad were great people and good neighbors.
Beckie Clark

Brian Holmes

June 4, 2011

Cheryl, sorry to read about the loss of your mom.

June 4, 2011

I met Nellie through my husband, who worked at GM. She was an awesome person, and when she was your friend, she was your friend for life.
God be with her wonderful family.
Beverly Keiffer

Permelia Bower

June 4, 2011

Nellie and I hired in at Fisher Body on the same day. I always enjoyed her happy nature and lovely smile. I am so sorry for her death.
Permelia Bower, R.N.[Retired]

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