Nancy Patricia Haller

Born in Buffalo, New York, on May 14, 1947, Nancy was the youngest of four and deeply loved by her parents, Harry and Aileen, and her siblings Harry, Mary Ann, and Carolyn. She grew up in a home filled with laughter, creativity, and a deep love for nature—values she carried with her for the rest of her life.

Nancy had a lifelong connection to animals and the natural world. She cared for injured wildlife, became an expert in raising koi fish, and trained her dog Guinness to become a NADAC Agility Trial Champion. Together, she and Guinness visited hospitals and prisons, bringing comfort and companionship. A couple of inmates were so moved by their visits that they drew portraits of Guinness—a testament to the joy they shared wherever they went.

She was endlessly creative. Her artistic spirit came through in everything she touched—ceramics, macramé, knitting, beaded jewelry, botanical drawings, and even murals of trees painted on the walls. Whenever family came to visit, crafting together was part of the fun.

Nancy was also a curious and fearless traveler. Long before international travel was easy, she planned trips to places like Egypt, Kashmir, and Sri Lanka, drawn by the beauty and culture of faraway places. She was always up for an adventure.

She had a special way of bringing people together. Backyard spa days, Mahjong games, and dinners with her incredible home cooking made her home a place people loved to gather. She was thoughtful to the core—always the one to give you the perfect gift, the kind you didn’t even know you needed.

Even as Parkinson’s changed her day-to-day life, Nancy’s spirit never faded. She stayed funny, strong, and full of love. After evacuating to Fort Lauderdale during Hurricane Milton, she declared it the “best vacation ever”—always finding the silver lining. She continued to live with purpose and joy, inspiring everyone around her with her strength and grace.

Nancy’s greatest joy was her family. With her partner in life, James Haller, she raised four children—Chris Millerhaller, Sandy Haller, Kim Haller, and Carolyn Stutzman—with love, creativity, and an open heart. Her joy only grew with the arrival of her grandchildren—Diana, Esti, Oscar, Maxanne, Jaya, Jake, and Ananda—and her great-grandson, Raam. Each of them carries forward a part of her magic.

In her final chapter, Nancy was surrounded by love and exceptional care. Her family is deeply grateful to Colleen, Darlene, Linda, Mayirlin and Yaniessy, whose compassion and kindness made her last days peaceful.

Nancy brought color, connection, and quiet joy into every life she touched. She will be deeply missed and joyfully remembered.