Elmer Jay Nacey Jr.

Elmer Jay Nacey, Jr. of Willis, Texas, was born July 25, 1953, in Pasadena, Texas to Elmer Jay Nacey, Sr. and Dolores May Nacey. He passed away, surrounded by the ones he loved, on January 26, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Kathe and daughter Gerri. He is survived by special friend, Jennifer Grimmett, Sons E.J. Nacey and wife Heather, Jamie Nacey, and daughter, Katie Heron and husband Matt. Elmer is also survived by 6 brothers, 1 sister, 7 grandchildren, and many extended family and friends.

After graduating high school in 1971, Elmer joined the US Army where he reached the rank of Sergeant in less than 2 and a half years. After his service, which he was so proud of, he met his wife, and they started their family in Willis.

Elmer was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He was the hardest working man we all knew. There are countless friends around Willis, that grew up with his children, that were influenced by him as a coach and mentor. Elmer spent his free time deer hunting with his brothers, sons and family friends and walking his beloved dogs, Daisy and Boo, every single evening.

The family wants to thank Paul Kutscher and Becky Baker, with Loving Hope Hospice, for the exceptional care they provided to our dad.

Pallbearers: Blake Nacey, Chray Heron, Earl Maxwell, Kris Maxwell, John Powers, Duston Althaus

Honorary Pallbearers: Ty Heron, Samuel Nacey, Wyatt Nacey, Jack Nacey, Travis Traylor, Joe Hernandez, Joe Whitley, Jessie Flowers, Dave Powers, Larry Harper, Paul Kutscher, Josh Fayle.