Margaret Gail Bellis, 86, of Woodburn, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024, at the Cedars in Leo.
Margaret was born on October 6, 1937 in Gary, Indiana, a daughter of the late Dorthy (Porter) & Lloyd Huffman.
Margaret dedicated 20 years of her life working as a secretary for the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra. Even after retiring, she continued to attend performances. Margaret was an avid reader and enjoyed shopping, often finding joy in the simple pleasures of life. She cherished time spent with her family, especially attending her grandchildren's birthday parties and events. Alongside her beloved husband, Ervin, Margaret found great pleasure in traveling around the country.
She will be sadly missed by her husband, Ervin, to whom she was married to on May 17, 1986; her children; Karen Caprioni, Kathy Nicholson, William (Rita) Nicolson, Jr., & Robert (Jennifer) Nicholson; step children, Joellen (Brian) Kline, Richard (Teresa) Bellis, & Laura (Mike) Larry; sister, Myrna Bailey; 29 grandchildren; 38 and counting great grandchildren; & niece and nephew, Victoria & Ted.
She was preceded in death by her daughter Debra Nicholson & granddaughter, Crystal Nicholson.
Service will be Saturday, August 17th at 10:30 AM with viewing one hour prior at Dooley Funeral Home, Payne.
She will be laid to rest in St. John's Catholic Cemetery, Payne.
Fond memories may be shared at dooleyfuneralhome.com.
Flowers and other tributes may be delivered to the Payne funeral home from 9-5 on Friday.
Saturday, August 17, 2024
9:30 - 10:30 am (Eastern time)
Dooley Funeral Home - Payne
Flowers and other tributes may be delivered to the Payne funeral home from 9-5 on Friday.
Saturday, August 17, 2024
Starts at 10:30 am (Eastern time)
Dooley Funeral Home - Payne
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