Ellen Asselmeyer-Nix

1941 - 2023

Ellen Asselmeyer-Nix

1941 - 2023

BORN

1941

DIED

2023

Ellen Asselmeyer-Nix Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 1 to Feb. 2, 2023.
Clifton Resident, "Filled With Grace and Joy" Lifelong educator, loving wife, mother, aunt and grandmother, Ellen Asselmeyer-Nix, Clifton, NJ, passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer on January 7, 2023. She was born March 7, 1941. A dedicated believer in her Savior Jesus, Ellen was loved by many. Filled with grace and joy, she was an elegant, thoughtful, and empathetic person who made those she met feel special. She earned her master's degree in special education at Seton Hall University and retired from the Newark School District in the mid-nineties and continued to work for Jespy House in South Orange for many years, working with clients with autism. She is survived by her husband and love of her life for 40 years, Clarence Nix, her son, David B. Vliet, Fairfield, Ca., two grandchildren, Megan R. Vliet and Katherine J. Vliet, her sister Gail Blumberg and niece Dori Weaver, Charlotte North Carolina. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at Beth Israel Worship Center, February 12, 2023, at 1:30PM, 11 Railroad Avenue, Wayne, NJ, 07470.

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July 18, 2023

M. posted to the memorial.

February 6, 2023

Roxanne Hall posted to the memorial.

February 4, 2023

Ginny Gallagher posted to the memorial.

M.

July 18, 2023

Ellen was a wonderful woman and I am glad to had worked with and knew her.

Roxanne Hall

February 6, 2023

Ms. Ellen, as my family and I called her, was so special to us. She was there for us in so many ways and we will forever cherish the memories we shared with her. We love and will miss you so much Ms. Ellen!!

Ginny Gallagher

February 4, 2023

Ellen was the most loving, kind, beautiful person. I feel so blessed to have had her and Clarence so close while raising my children. They each have such fond memories. Rest In Peace Lovely Lady

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Gloria Ciervo

February 2, 2023

Ellen and Clarence have been neighbors for 35 years.She was the kindest and most Loving neighbor you would want too have.She watched my 2 girls grow up and also my 2 grandaughters.She will be missed.We love you Ellen RIP

Ned Steiner

February 2, 2023

A wonderful woman. RIP

David B Vliet

February 1, 2023

Loved by many, always gracious.

David B Vliet

February 1, 2023

Ellen Asselmeyer-Nix, a lifelong educator...

David B Vliet

February 1, 2023

Ellen Asselmeyer-Nix, filled with grace and love...

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February 1, 2023

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