Nancy McDonald Broach

Nancy was born in Bryan, TX on March 6, 1935 to Zenus Ranney McDonald Sr. and Tommie McDonald. Her father passed away when she was young, and her mother raised 4 children through very difficult times. As a result, Nancy learned the value of hard work and dedication to family.

She married S. Kelley Broach in 1952, and they spent their life in Bryan. They had 2 sons, Kenneth and Don. Nancy and Kelley loved to travel with family and friends and were always looking for a great place to eat when on the road. Nancy worked for the First Bank and Trust of Bryan for 20 years which was then the largest commercial bank in the Brazos Valley. She was the first woman officer in the bank and served as Senior Vice President. Additionally, she was asked to participate in a marketing campaign for the bank where she appeared in numerous television commercials. In 1974, Nancy retired from the banking industry and joined her husband in the family business, Broach Oil Company/BRENCO Marketing. Her career there spanned 44 years and she served as Senior Vice President and Treasurer.

Throughout her life, Nancy was active in many community, civic, and church activities and impacted many lives with her matchless spirit and energy. She taught 4 year olds in the Beginner Department for 54 years at Central Baptist Church where she was also involved with the church choir, the handbell choir, and served as Director of the children’s choir. She was a member of the Woman’s Club and served on the board of The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Brazos Valley.

Nancy loved Christmas and hosted a large Christmas Eve dinner for family and friends for over 60 years - even at the age of 90! She always said she never wanted anyone to be alone at Christmas. She filled her home with Christmas decorations and worked tirelessly to be certain that everyone had a great time. She had a love for plants and had a greenhouse at her farm with a large variety of beautiful plants that she dutifully watered, nurtured, and moved in and out of the greenhouse with the seasons. Her home was surrounded by greenery which was a testament to her true green thumb! In addition, Nancy was a cattle entrepreneur who maintained cows on her farm for 55 years. She kept the farm in pristine condition and it was truly picturesque. As a dedicated, hard-working woman she stuck to her values without wavering. She created a loving home and enjoyed spending time and celebrating with her family that she loved dearly.

She was preceded in death by her husband, S. Kelley Broach, and 2 sisters, Helen Rosberg and Genita Davis. She is survived by her sons, Kenneth Broach and Don Broach and wife, Penni. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Allison Broach Polka and husband, J.W., Landon Broach and wife, Jenna and Paige Broach, and her great-grandchildren, Brooks Polka, Bennett Polka, and Lucy Broach. Also surviving her is her brother, Ranney McDonald, nephew, Fred Davis and wife, Sue Ellen, niece, Leah Davis Rush, niece, Dana Copus and husband, Cliff, as well as numerous other family members and friends who became like family through the years.

The family would like to express their sincere appreciation for the loving care provided by Home Instead Bryan, the staff at the St. Joseph Oncology Wing, and Hospice Brazos Valley. In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory may be made to The Gideons International or The Salvation Army. You are invited to leave fond memories or kind words at www.dignitymemorial.com

Visitation will be from 10:00am – 11:00am, Saturday, November 14th with the funeral service beginning at 11:00am at Memorial Funeral Chapel in Bryan, 1515 S. College Avenue, with Pastor Keith Whitaker of Alexander Methodist Church officiating. You may livestream the service at: facebook.com/memorialbryan Burial will follow at Bryan City Cemetery.