Nita was born on 10-17-1930 in Bay Shore Long island New York and lived in Barstow 55 years. Nita joined the Air Force to support her country serving 1 year. During her tour of duty she met her future husband, Max A Haefele, marrying soon after on April 11, 1950.
Nita enjoyed most everything crafty. Her talents ranged from needlework, canvas art, stained glass, to custom cards for every occasion whether family or friend, a card from Nita was a real treat.
Nita worked several jobs: including Barstow Park and Recreation Dist., Ed Warner Chevrolet, Babs Printing, wife and mother to 7. Nita played the organ and loved to sing classic music. She was an avid sports fan: football, baseball and wrestling were her favorites.
Nita is survived by her brother Ted of Dunellen Fla, daughters; Pam Winslow of Farmington NM., Teresa Phelps Calvert and husband Keith Calvert of Barstow, Marie (Bonnie) Lateweic and her husband Ed of Barstow. Sons; Dennis and wife Marlena of Barstow, John and wife Debra of Redding Ca., Paul and wife Melissa of Barstow, Ron and girlfriend Connie of Barstow.
Nita had 7 children, 20 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.
Visitation will be 4-8pm Thursday Jan 24th at Meads Mortuary; 36930 Irwin Rd. Barstow, Ca.
Nita’s memorial/celebration of life will be held- Friday Jan 25th at 1pm at New Life Fellowship Church located at 134 West Main St. Barstow, Ca. Reception to follow immediately after the service at NLF.
Burial will be Jan 29th at Riverside National Cemetery: 22495 Van Buren Blvd. Riverside, Ca. 92518. Check with guard for staging area.
Arrangements by Mead Mortuary. 760-256-5671
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at https://www.meadcares.com for the Haefele family.
