NORTHPORT – Maureen Teresa Nelson, 75, of Northport passed away Thursday, December 7, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family.
Maureen was born September 21, 1948, in Traverse City the daughter of John and Helen (Kolbasa) Conroy. Maureengrew up on a farm, went to Sabin elementary school and graduated from Kingsley high school in 1967. On February 3, 1968 in Traverse City she married Robert L. Nelson (Bob) who survives.
Maureen loved helping others. She worked hard to earn an associate’s degree from Northwestern Michigan College then her bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in social work from Grand Valley State University. The character of helping showed throughout her professional career. Maureen worked for Community Mental Health as a case manager and Doula Teen Parent Program. In the process of helping others, she formed many friendships.
