Home > United States of America > North Dakota > Emmons County > Strasburg > Pilgrim Home Cemetery > Angela Nieuwsma

Angela Nieuwsma

View larger map

1 / 1

❮ ❯

Angela Nieuwsma

Birth	:	18 May 1924 New York, USA
Death	:	10 Sep 2021 Escondido, San Diego County, California, USA
Burial	:	Pilgrim Home Cemetery, Strasburg, Emmons County, USA
Coordinate	:	46.1310997, -100.1496964
Description	:	Born in New York City, a first generation American. Her father was Martin Nunez, who emigrated by himself from Spain to the US at the age of 14. Her mother was born in Cuba and deserted the family when Angie was 10 years old. In spite of growing up in Spanish Harlem, and not speaking a word of English until she started school, Angie excelled academically. Teachers nominated her for Evanders Childs High School, an elite high school for those taking college-level academic courses. She commuted to and from school on the subway and graduated valedictorian of her... Read More	Born in New York City, a first generation American. Her father was Martin Nunez, who emigrated by himself from Spain to the US at the age of 14. Her mother was born in Cuba and deserted the family when Angie was 10 years old. In spite of growing up in Spanish Harlem, and not speaking a word of English until she started school, Angie excelled academically. Teachers nominated her for Evanders Childs High School, an elite high school for those taking college-level academic courses. She commuted to and from school on the subway and graduated valedictorian of her class. During the war years, Angie worked as a high-level legal secretary for several New York law firms, and was eventually recruited away by the Division of War Research at Columbia University. When Navy commanders took charge of operations, she was asked to move to Orlando, Florida to work in a top-secret lab. Angie's next step was the State Department, where she was cleared to work in Foreign Service after multiple interviews with the FBI. She moved to Washington DC, anticipating an overseas assignment where her Spanish skills would be needed. That was not to be. The little Spanish girl whose mother practiced witchcraft met a North Dakota farm boy from a conservative Dutch Reformed family, and Angela Nunez and Maurice Nieuwsma were married on June 21, 1950. The ceremony was performed at their home in Arlington, Virginia by Maurice's sister and brother in-law Augusta and Arvin Roos. In January of 1953 their daughter Marjorie Ruth was born. In the late 1960's Maurice, who was fifteen years old than Angie, was ready for retirement. They chose to move west to the small town of Vista, California. After Marji graduated high school, Maurice and Angie decided to pursue their dream of full-time service to God. They volunteered for Wycliffe Bible Translators, were trained in North Carolina, and served several years in both Bolivia and Papua New Guinea. Angie worked as an office manager and Maurice in electrical and construction. They took advantage of their international locations and circled the world three times during those active years. Upon returning to North County, Maurice and Angie lived in San Marcos and then in Escondido. Maurice died in 2001. Angie continued to live independently and actively, traveling, gardening and managing the prayer chain at Emmanuel Faith Community Church. She ziplined the jungle canopy in Costa Rica at the age of 80, and celebrated her 85th birthday whitewater rafting Utah's Cataract Canyon on the Colorado River. After brain surgery it was clear she could no longer live alone and she chose to move to Cypress Court in Escondido. Angie's mental health deteriorated rapidly, and she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2017. She lost her life to the disease in early 2018, and her healthy heart finally stopped beating on September 10, 2021. She is survived by her daughter Marji Ranes and son-in-law Doug Ranes of Arizona, sister-in-law Eleanor Nieuwsma of North Dakota, and many nieces and nephews. Especially beloved were Ed and Annie Nieuwsma of North Dakota, who saw Angie and Maurice often during their travels and whose phone calls brought her much joy.

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

Where is Angela Nieuwsma's memorial?
Angela Nieuwsma's memorial is located at: Pilgrim Home Cemetery, Strasburg, Emmons County, USA.
When did Angela Nieuwsma death?
Angela Nieuwsma death on 10 Sep 2021 in Escondido, San Diego County, California, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Angela Nieuwsma's memorial?
Latitude: 46.1310997
Longitude: -100.1496964

Family Members:

Spouse

Maurice Nieuwsma

(1909 - 2000)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Pilgrim Home Cemetery
Strasburg, Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.1310997, -100.1496964

2. Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery
Strasburg, Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.1373825, -100.1636658

3. Tiraspol Cemetery
Strasburg, Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.1588780, -100.1484920

4. Sacred Heart Cemetery
Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2160988, -100.0927963

5. Hull Cemetery
Hull, Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.0289001, -100.1489029

6. Peace Lutheran Cemetery
Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2323100, -100.2115200

7. Westfield Cemetery
Westfield, Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.0279660, -100.2050860

8. Holy Trinity Krassna Cemetery
Strasburg, Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.0883751, -100.2978897

9. Raynolds Cemetery
Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2539650, -100.1894080

10. Saint Marys Cemetery Old
Hague, Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.0285988, -100.0258026

11. Saint Aloysius Catholic Church Cemetery
Hague, Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.1741140, -99.9624230

12. Saint Marys Cemetery
Hague, Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.0250015, -99.9991989

13. Linton Cemetery
Linton, Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2722400, -100.2500700

14. Saint Anthonys Cemetery
Linton, Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2789001, -100.2324982

15. Martins Cemetery
Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2599983, -100.0028000

16. Omio Cemetery
Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3161011, -100.0836029

17. Saint Bernard Catholic Cemetery
Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.1390230, -100.4501700

18. Dale Cemetery
Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 45.9874992, -100.3768997

19. Winchester Cemetery
Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2717790, -100.3871400

20. Freidens Cemetery
Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 45.9575005, -99.9625015

21. New Kassel E and R Cemetery
Zeeland, McIntosh County, USA
Coordinate: 46.1294250, -99.8367844

22. Spring Creek Cemetery
Pollock, Campbell County, USA
Coordinate: 45.9131000, -100.1516600

23. Saint Michaels Catholic Cemetery
Linton, Emmons County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3130000, -99.9700000

24. Spring Valley Cemetery
Pollock, Campbell County, USA
Coordinate: 45.9308500, -100.2960000