Age 97, born in Green, Michigan near Ontonagon, and graduated from Suomi College in Hancock, Michigan. She received a Bachelor's in Education from Wayne State University, and a Master's Degree from Eastern Michigan University. Nelma taught the 5th and 1st grades in the Southfield Public School system for over 30 years.

Survived by son Marvin (Jean), daughter Kay, granddaughter Laura Amanda (Clay) Dattilo, and two great-grandchildren Kaylin Amanda, and Blake.

A funeral service will be held on Monday 11 AM, October 17th, at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home, Downtown Farmington.

The family will receive friends for visitation on Sunday, October 16th, from 2-8 PM.

Emtombment Glen Eden Memorial Park, Livonia.

Arrangements by Potti Funeral Directors.