Marcella Mary Backis Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Marcella Mary Backis (Holland, Michigan). Marcella, born on October 25, 1924 in Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away on July 1, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marcella Mary Backis to pay them a last tribute.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Marcella for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Marcella’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Vaclav "Laddie" Mueller and Josephine Mueller; her husband John P. Backis; her siblings, Yarmila, Mildred, Viola and Eugene; and her siblings-in-law, Joseph, Jerry Backis and Stella Freund.

She is survived by: her sons, Dennis Backis (Monica) and Peter Backis (Diane).