Nancy Lee Pickard

Nancy Lee Pickard was born November 22, 1938, in Monroe, Michigan. She was one of three daughters from the union of George Winfield and Bernice (Miller) Pickard. She attended Monroe High School and earned her GED in 1982.

Nancy was born with the spirit of her German heritage, and she became a strong-willed and independent woman. As a young girl, she discovered a passion for sewing and became a skilled seamstress. Her hands intricately navigated embroidery and cross-stitch, crafting beautiful pieces. She also took part in bowling as a young girl. Nancy was blessed with eight children. To help provide for her family, she drove school bus for Monroe Public Schools.

She has a vibrant personality and a sense of humor that made her the life of any gathering. Nancy had a knack for making people laugh, her wit and charm made her endearing to everyone she met. She was known for her love of socializing, often surrounded by friends as they gathered to play her favorite game, BUNKO.

Despite not being a drinker, Nancy found joy in visiting local establishments where she could dance the night away. She was a regular on the dance floor, which was fueled by her sheer enjoyment of the music.

Nancy Lee Pickard, age 87 of Monroe, passed away at 11:30pm on Friday; February 27, 2026, at Wellspring Lutheran Services in Monroe. Her passing was preceded by her parents; two sisters: Rosemary Titcea and Patricia Jacobs; three sons: Melvin Boudrie, John Boudrie (in his infancy), and Thomas Boudrie; a daughter: Cheryl Duvall; two grandsons: Stephen Stockard (in infancy), Jaxson Campbell; a granddaughter: Ashley Sharpe; a great-grandson: Caleb Williams (at 2 years old); and her former husband and father of her children, with whom she remained close with: Melvin H. Boudrie.

To cherish her memory, she leaves four children: Michael Boudrie, Joseph Boudrie, Dawn Rutherford, and Heather (Scott) Clark; thirteen grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

Friends may gather from 10:00am until 12:00pm on Tuesday; March 3, 2026, at Merkle Funeral Service, North Monroe; 2442 North Monroe Street, Monroe, Michigan 48162 (734) 384-5185. A Celebration of Her Life will take place at 12:00pm, also at Merkle's. A procession to St. Joseph Cemetery in Monroe will immediately follow.

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