She was born November 23, 1915 in Lansing, Michigan, the daughter of George and Anna (Bouner) Nihart. Ellen attended Lansing Eastern High School, graduating in 1933. She worked as a secretary in the Bath School system and for many years at the Michigan Department of Health. She was a quilter and volunteered at the Dreamland Villa library in Mesa, Arizona. Ellen and husband Robert lived at Dreamland Villa in Mesa, Arizona for 33 years, prior to moving to Hastings.,
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert; son, Robert; granddaughter, Karen Altoft and great grandson, Colin Altoft.
Ellen is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Marjorie and Kenneth Radant of Hastings; grandson, Steve (Sue) Radant of Hastings and granddaughter, Joellyn (Kevin) Schipper of Allegan; grandson, Robert White of Savannah, Georgia; 5 great grandchildren: Stephany (Kevin) Houseman, Jillian Altoft, Jenna Radant , Sara Radant and Philip Schipper.
Respecting Ellen's wishes cremation has taken place and a family graveside service will be held at a later date at Mount Hope Cemetery in Lansing.
Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of ones choice.
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