Nancy Ann Spencer of Lake Kiowa passed peacefully from this life and entered her eternal home on December 9th, 2020.
Nancy was born on July 17th, 1933 in Wichita Falls, TX to Marvin and Virginia Edgmon and graduated from Wichita Falls High School. Shortly thereafter she met the love of her life, Joe Spencer and they married on August 20th, 1951 in Wichita Falls. They raised two sons while Joe’s career with Whites moved the family from Irving to Houston, Atlanta and Richardson. After retirement, Joe and Nancy settled in Lake Kiowa Tx and were soon embraced by an abundance of neighbors and friends in the community and their Church, First Baptist, Gainesville. After Joe’s passing, Nancy continued to enjoy her bridge club, the Kiowa Women’s Club and lunch with friends.
Known lovingly as Fancy Nancy, she filled many roles and commanded a mighty presence with her signature style, vivacious personality and love of family. She had the gift of gab, never met a stranger and will be remembered for her storytelling and laughter as well as her generosity, but perhaps the most defining role of her life was that of Nannie! She adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren with a love and creativity that gifted each of them with memories they will cherish forever. However, the most important gift she is leaving her family is the legacy of her faith which carried her through every season of life. She intentionally rose early and began every day reading her Bible and spending time in prayer. That began a conversation that lasted throughout her day as she spoke to and depended on her precious savior, Jesus Christ and we rejoice knowing that her faith has now been made complete!
Having been preceded in death by her beloved husband Joe, Nancy is now enjoying the blessing of a reunion in heaven with him and all of her loved ones who have welcomed her home.
The family would like to thank the staff at Wesley House Assisted Living for blessing Nancy with their loving care.
In support of our local, state, and federal government including CDC directives and to protect the physical health, safety and well-being of our community, social distancing and the wearing of masks while attending the funeral services and visitation will be observed.
Nancy Spencer was one of a kind and one of my favorite people ever! She has left behind a beautiful family that I know will miss her deeply. Her legacy lives on
My sincere condolences to Nancy’s family. I was blessed to spend late evenings visiting with this special lady.
She shared stories of her life, her boys and the tornado, which was told with humor and spoke volumes of her faith. Her bible was by her side from morning till she was ready to sleep. Nancy was happy, funny, kind, content, and always positive. She told me about her Joe and when it was “his time”. She said as sad as it was, she rejoiced knowing he was in the most glorious place with our Lord and savior. Then with a smile and a twinkle in eye she said, “When it is my time, I am and will be ready.” Now I rejoice knowing she is in that most glorious place with her Joe and our Lord.
I will truly miss this precious lady that touched my heart and blessed me with her grace.
Prayers for her sons and family. May your treasured memories bring you comfort and peace.
God bless,
Maureen Russell
To you dear Nancy, I say it has been a wonderful friendship for so many years. We went to school together in Wichita, lost track of each other and when fate moved each of us to Kiowa, we began where we left off. What a wonderful Journey we have traveled.
You will be greatly missed but we know where you are and will join you one of these days.
Your laughter, happy personality and positive outlook on life influenced so many people.
Praying for your family whom we got to know by you sharing them with us.
Rest in Peace my dear friend.
Johnnye white
My condolences to all of you. I had the honor of meeting Nancy a few months ago. She loved you all very much.