Nancy L. Anderson (née McCalla), age 80, of Mishawaka, IN passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, December 15, 2017. Nancy was born in Rochester, IN on September 18, 1937 to Echo and Edith (Croussore) McCalla Merrill. In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by all of her sisters, one brother, and her step-father, Jesse Merrill.In 1958, Nancy married Thomas Williams (deceased). Nancy and Tom raised five children: Bret Williams of League City, TX; Mark Williams of Humble, TX; Lori Nothstine of South Bend; Alicia Williams of Snohomish, WA, and Tina (Michael) Kurtz of Mishawaka. In 1985, Nancy married David Anderson who preceded her in death. A brother, Melvin Merrill survives.
Nancy is survived by eight grandchildren: Amanda, Stefanie, Rachel, Aaron, Meredith, Nicholas, Michael, Andrew, who absolutely adored their grandma. Nancy also leaves twelve great grandchildren and her beloved cat, Jeter.
Although life dealt Nancy more than her share of disappointments, she did not dwell on them, instead clinging to her faith while creating for herself a quiet life of simple pleasures. She was a voracious reader, particularly fond of mysteries, and was an inspiration to her grandchildren, often admonishing them to “crack those books!” Her love of the written word earned her a vast and impressive vocabulary which proved helpful as she never encountered a crossword puzzle she couldn’t accurately complete. All her life she was known for her beautiful handwriting, love of gardening and animals (and their love for her), and a balanced checkbook – to the penny.
The family would like to thank the many doctors and care professionals who took care of Mom with such compassion over the last several years, in particular Dr. Porile and his staff. We are heartbroken, but are grateful for her life and legacy and take comfort in knowing she has joined her sweet mother in her eternal reward of perfect peace and pure love in the arms of her Creator.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at Palmer Funeral Home~ River Park, 2528Mishawaka Ave., South Bend, IN, where friends may visit with family two hours prior. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Mishawaka. In lieu of flowers,memorial contributions in remembrance of Nancy may be made to the Pet Refuge of South Bend, 4626 Burnett Drive, South Bend, IN 46614 or Saint Vincent de Paul Society of St. Joseph County, 520 Crescent Avenue, South Bend, IN 46617. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.
Nancy is survived by eight grandchildren: Amanda, Stefanie, Rachel, Aaron, Meredith, Nicholas, Michael, Andrew, who absolutely adored their grandma. Nancy also leaves twelve great grandchildren and her beloved cat, Jeter.
Although life dealt Nancy more than her share of disappointments, she did not dwell on them, instead clinging to her faith while creating for herself a quiet life of simple pleasures. She was a voracious reader, particularly fond of mysteries, and was an inspiration to her grandchildren, often admonishing them to “crack those books!” Her love of the written word earned her a vast and impressive vocabulary which proved helpful as she never encountered a crossword puzzle she couldn’t accurately complete. All her life she was known for her beautiful handwriting, love of gardening and animals (and their love for her), and a balanced checkbook – to the penny.
The family would like to thank the many doctors and care professionals who took care of Mom with such compassion over the last several years, in particular Dr. Porile and his staff. We are heartbroken, but are grateful for her life and legacy and take comfort in knowing she has joined her sweet mother in her eternal reward of perfect peace and pure love in the arms of her Creator.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at Palmer Funeral Home~ River Park, 2528Mishawaka Ave., South Bend, IN, where friends may visit with family two hours prior. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Mishawaka. In lieu of flowers,memorial contributions in remembrance of Nancy may be made to the Pet Refuge of South Bend, 4626 Burnett Drive, South Bend, IN 46614 or Saint Vincent de Paul Society of St. Joseph County, 520 Crescent Avenue, South Bend, IN 46617. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.
Nancy L. Anderson (née McCalla), age 80, of Mishawaka, IN passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, December 15, 2017. Nancy was born in Rochester, IN on September 18, 1937 to Echo and Edith (Croussore) McCalla Merrill. In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by all of her sisters, one brother, and her step-father, Jesse Merrill.In 1958, Nancy married Thomas Williams (deceased). Nancy and Tom raised five children: Bret Williams of League City, TX; Mark Williams of Humble, TX; Lori Nothstine of South Bend; Alicia Williams of Snohomish, WA, and Tina (Michael) Kurtz of Mishawaka. In 1985, Nancy married David Anderson who preceded her in death. A brother, Melvin Merrill survives.
Nancy is survived by eight grandchildren: Amanda, Stefanie, Rachel, Aaron, Meredith, Nicholas, Michael, Andrew, who absolutely adored their grandma. Nancy also leaves twelve great grandchildren and her beloved cat, Jeter.
Although life dealt Nancy more than her share of disappointments, she did not dwell on them, instead clinging to her faith while creating for herself a quiet life of simple pleasures. She was a voracious reader, particularly fond of mysteries, and was an inspiration to her grandchildren, often admonishing them to “crack those books!” Her love of the written word earned her a vast and impressive vocabulary which proved helpful as she never encountered a crossword puzzle she couldn’t accurately complete. All her life she was known for her beautiful handwriting, love of gardening and animals (and their love for her), and a balanced checkbook – to the penny.
The family would like to thank the many doctors and care professionals who took care of Mom with such compassion over the last several years, in particular Dr. Porile and his staff. We are heartbroken, but are grateful for her life and legacy and take comfort in knowing she has joined her sweet mother in her eternal reward of perfect peace and pure love in the arms of her Creator.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at Palmer Funeral Home~ River Park, 2528Mishawaka Ave., South Bend, IN, where friends may visit with family two hours prior. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Mishawaka. In lieu of flowers,memorial contributions in remembrance of Nancy may be made to the Pet Refuge of South Bend, 4626 Burnett Drive, South Bend, IN 46614 or Saint Vincent de Paul Society of St. Joseph County, 520 Crescent Avenue, South Bend, IN 46617. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.
Nancy is survived by eight grandchildren: Amanda, Stefanie, Rachel, Aaron, Meredith, Nicholas, Michael, Andrew, who absolutely adored their grandma. Nancy also leaves twelve great grandchildren and her beloved cat, Jeter.
Although life dealt Nancy more than her share of disappointments, she did not dwell on them, instead clinging to her faith while creating for herself a quiet life of simple pleasures. She was a voracious reader, particularly fond of mysteries, and was an inspiration to her grandchildren, often admonishing them to “crack those books!” Her love of the written word earned her a vast and impressive vocabulary which proved helpful as she never encountered a crossword puzzle she couldn’t accurately complete. All her life she was known for her beautiful handwriting, love of gardening and animals (and their love for her), and a balanced checkbook – to the penny.
The family would like to thank the many doctors and care professionals who took care of Mom with such compassion over the last several years, in particular Dr. Porile and his staff. We are heartbroken, but are grateful for her life and legacy and take comfort in knowing she has joined her sweet mother in her eternal reward of perfect peace and pure love in the arms of her Creator.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at Palmer Funeral Home~ River Park, 2528Mishawaka Ave., South Bend, IN, where friends may visit with family two hours prior. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Mishawaka. In lieu of flowers,memorial contributions in remembrance of Nancy may be made to the Pet Refuge of South Bend, 4626 Burnett Drive, South Bend, IN 46614 or Saint Vincent de Paul Society of St. Joseph County, 520 Crescent Avenue, South Bend, IN 46617. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.
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