Nancy Lorraine Sutherland (Berning), 70, of Lansing, Michigan, passed away on February 14, 2024, in Lansing. She was born on November 9, 1953, in Lansing, Michigan. Nancy enjoyed work as a CNA and had a passion for working with the elderly. She graduated from Charlotte Highschool (GED) and attended LCC for CNA and MedTECH.
Nancy had a vibrant personality and a zest for life. She lived in various places including Holt, Houghton Lake, Virginia Beach, Outerbanks NC, and Florida. Nancy's love for the beach was evident in her hobbies, as she enjoyed spending time there, socializing, and bird watching. She was a skilled baker and crafter, and had a knack for growing plants. Nancy was especially talented in fiber arts such as macrame, embroidery, and needlepoint.
Nancy is survived by her siblings John K Jr, Ronald, Robert Berning, Teri Whitney, Carol (Bill) Heckard-Houghtaling, and Mary Berning. She is also survived by her children Nathan A. Potter Sr (Austin Potter) of North Carolina, Trisha Strickland/ Benjamin (Xavier, Veda, Avalyn, Donovan, Levi) of Pinckney, MI, and William Sutherland/ Mariah (Kade, Orion) of Novi, MI. She will be deeply missed by her many family and friends.
Nancy was preceded in death by her mother Barbara Heckard, stepfather Bill Heckard, sister Susan Hawkins, brother Gary Berning, and nephew Mark Berning.
No formal services will be held at this time, but a Celebration of Life Potluck will be arranged at a later date.
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