Doris Grace Nietsch

Doris Grace Nietsch obituary

Doris Grace Nietsch

Doris Nietsch Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McMillan-Small Funeral Home & Crematory on Dec. 5, 2025.
Doris Grace Nietsch was 92 years of age when she passed away on December 1st, 2025, peacefully at her home in Myrtle Beach SC. Doris Grace Nietsch was born on June 15th, 1933, in Queens New York to Russell Carl White(deceased) and Grace Birdsall (deceased).

Doris had two brothers and Russell and James White both deceased. She is survived by Jean Ann Pierro(daughter) and Walter Edward Schwarz III (son), 2 grandchildren Patience Jean Pearce and Joseph Bennie Pierro.

Doris is survived by 6 great grandchildren Nicole, Alyssa, Ashley, Madison, Jayden and Andreya. Doris was happily married to Bill Nietsch until his passing in Virginia.

Our mother achieved a High School Diploma maintaining employment with EDO corporation, Times Herald Record, Home Depot and Sears making a difference until retirement. Our mom was a faith driven woman who loved with her whole heart.

She had an infectious laugh, great sense of humor and offered a listening ear during tough times. We will miss her greatly and thank everyone for their heartfelt condolences and support.

The memorial service to celebrate the home coming of Doris Grace Nietsch will be held at McMillian Small Funeral Home on Wednesday December 10th from 2pm-5pm.

the requests memorials be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital via www.stjude.org

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McMillan-Small Funeral Home & Crematory

910 67th Ave North P.O. Box 7506, Corner of 67th Ave. And Bypass 17, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

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