Richard,
We will always cherish the special bond that have with your family. So we were deeply sadden to learn of Nancy's passing.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rob & Deb Blount

Jeff, Mike, & Bonnie,
May you find comfort in the fond memories of your Mom. We are thinking of each of you with warmth & deep regards.
Love, 
Rob & Deb Blount
Petersburg ,Virginia

Memories - Sitting around the kitchen table at Grandma's - bread pudding - Jeff backing into my car and we kept it a secret - coffee and lively conversation - memories that make me smile.

Dear Nance Family, thinking of you all with love and sorrow.
Cathy Edmunds Carter

Aunt Nancy was an aunt who gave great love and affection and counsel.  I was always able to share confidences with her that I could not share with anyone else. I will always remember her laughter at my stories and her tears and the support she gave me through my mom's long illness. She was there to hold mom's hand and provide mom with a security that she found with no other by her bedside.  She was  steadfast in all of her roles: aunt, sister, sister in law, daughter, wife, mother, and grandmother.  She was truly deserving of the devotion of her family, who will greatly feel her loss.  She has left a void that will long be felt by all who loved her.  I always respected Aunt Nancy for never passing harsh judgment on others and admired her great sense of compassion.  She showed unyielding strength and defense of and for her family, and she so graciously admired the abilities of others. She brought  richness to us all.  My mother showed the love she had for her sister by giving her daughter her oder sister's name.  I am proud to be her namesake.  Godspeed, Aunt Nancy.

Richard and Family, Our condolences to you on the loss of Nancy. You are all in our thoughts, if you need anything let us know. Your neighbors at 609 Tyson. The McCauley Family

Richard and family,

I remember Nancy fondly, especially, for her great Lasagne.  You were  a good friend and co-worker at the Navy Exchange - Maint. Dept.  You and your family will be in my prayers.  We are all "Blest by the Best"!..  Cynthia Rafalski White - Bubbles  mzbigbird33@cox.net

There are no words that can truly comfort those that have lost a loved one. What an amazing person Nancy  was that could touch the hearts of so many. The words used....honor, blessing, angel...Nancy  has obviously left a mark on all of us, left the memories of someone who would share a smile so easily, love so deeply, and care so completely. No, there are no words, but there is the knowledge that Nancy resides in our hearts and taught us all a little about the kind of person we hope to be. She was an amazing person, and I was truly blessed to have known her. I will keep her spirit close with me. 
First I started working for Nancy and Richard  and then they became a second family. I have to say that friends make the best family. 
Richard you were the love of her life and I am glad you got to tell her you love her....... remember when she asked you, few days ago, if you still love her, and you said YES.
Bonnie, Mike, Jeff  there are no words to express my sorrow for each of you. In our conversations she spoke of each of you and the love and pride she felt for you. I always enjoyed hearing her stories about her family that she loved so much! I am sure you know how much Nancy loved you and how proud she was of you. 

She loved deeply her grand daughters, she was so proud about Caroline going to MVI, always talking  about Sally's talents and she was Molly's best friend and confident. She was so proud of the three of you and I know you meant the world to her.
I will remember her most for her smile. It always had the ability to put one on my face, no matter how my day was going. For that memory I will always be grateful as thinking of her will always put that smile back on my face. 
Nancy will be missed greatly in this world. I feel so lucky to have known such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family she adored so much. 
I sincerely pray for her soul to rest in peace. Rest in peace Nancy, we will miss you.

OBITUARY

Nancy Ellison Nance

November 25, 1928 – March 12, 2010

Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home & Rosewood Memorial Park

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