Nellie Marie Allerding, age 86, of Freeport, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Nellie was born in Boyne City, MI on January 29, 1939 to Melvin and Dorothy (Barkley) Gardner. Nellie married John Allerding on October 10th, 1959. Together they worked their farm on Jordan Road until his death in 2012. Nellie belonged to the Hospital Guild, Carlton Township Board, Freeport Library Board and American Breeders. As well as being a member of Welcome Corners UMC. When not farming she enjoyed playing cards and taking trips up north.
Nellie leaves behind; nephews Dennis (Sheryl) Allerding and Jerry (Judy) Woltz, special friends, Gordon and Debbie Stanton, Joe and Randy Stanton along with many others. A visitation will be held on Sunday, August 10th, 2025 at Koops Funeral Chapel from 2pm until 5pm with the funeral service will take place 11 am Monday, August 11th, 2025 at the Koops Funeral Chapel 935 Fourth Ave, Lake Odessa, MI 48849 officiating. Interment will take place next to John at Fuller Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Welcome Corners United Methodist Church in Nellie's name.
