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Nancy Graney Caperton
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Nancy Graney Caperton of Charlottesville, grand and gracious mother and friend, one who treasured the performing arts, frequent actor, musician, and entertainer, life of the party, life-long supporter of the VSAF, loyal season ticket holder who never missed the Virginia versus Virginia Tech football game, with activities ranging from book and investment clubs, to cards, bowling, and, of course, golf, landed in the short grass on Saturday, November 28, 2009.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Patrick Clifford Graney Sr. and Thelma Snyder Graney; her brother, Patrick Clifford Graney Jr.; and sister-in-law, Anne Revercomb Graney, all of West Virginia.
Nancy was born in Mt. Hope, West Virginia, on January 13, 1930. As a high school student, she attended Stuart Hall in Staunton, graduated from Mount Holyoke College, and moved to Charlottesville in 1951 to begin her family.
She started her career in real estate with Hasbrouck and Graham in 1965, where she was known as a creative and tireless agent. She retired from the Roy Wheeler Realty Company in 1997.
Always active in her community, Nancy served on the boards of The Salvation Army, The Greencroft Club, and The United Way.
Nancy is survived by her daughters, Kathryn Caperton Wright and her husband, Douglas, of Richmond, Mary Gaston Caperton of Charlottesville, Mason Caperton Hood and her her husband, Charles, of Richmond; five grandchildren, Timothy Caperton Wright, Mary Mason Wright, Nancy Douglas Wright, Kathryn Kirkland Hood, and Philip Snyder Hood. Her far reaching family includes loving nieces and nephews, Sharon Graney Bibb and her husband, Thomas, Patrick Clifford Graney III and his wife, Jessica, Sara Graney Schroeder and her husband, Fred, and Michael Revercomb Graney and his wife, Margaret; grand nieces and nephews, Anne McCall Campbell Bibb, Patrick Clifford Graney IV, Gouverneur Chapman Michael Graney, Kevin Burns Graney, Michael Elwis Graney, Madison Lane Graney, Michael Revercomb Graney Jr., and Margaret Hughes Graney. Her love of family was extended to embrace countless treasured friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests you make donations to the Martha Jefferson Cancer Center, 459 Locust Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22902 or to Westminster Presbyterian Church.
A memorial service for Nancy will be held 3 p.m. Tuesday, December 1, 2009, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 190 Rugby Road, Charlottesville, Virginia.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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June Beale
December 6, 2009
Dear Mary Gat, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom, Nancy, I have very fond memories of you both.
She was a gracious lady. Love to you Mary Gat.
Ross Johnson
December 6, 2009
Dear Mary Gat,Mason,
I can remember your ma bringing me comic books when I had the flu at age 9. My ma didn't allow comic books, so they were a cherished possession, which I still have along with a lifetime of wonderful memories of your mom.
I am truly grateful for having the chance to be enriched by her.
I am thinking of you. Love Ross
December 4, 2009
The obit for your mom summed up exactly who she was--kind, gracious and just adored her family and friends. I will never forget her hospitality and enthusiam. I am so sorry for your loss. Love Davis
December 3, 2009
Mason, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Prim
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Diane Kyrus
December 3, 2009
Mary Gat, I don't know if you remember me, but I lived in Charlottesville from 1978-1995, and I have very fond memories of you and your mom. She was a really lovely woman, with a lively sense of humor, a great appetite for fun, and just an all around sparkplug. I know you will miss her, but you can be comforted in knowing that she lived a full, rich life and made many great friends through the years.
December 3, 2009
Mason,
What an incredible mother you had. I know she will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeanne Kasberger
December 2, 2009
Gat, I am so deeply saddened to learn of the death of your Mother. What a great lady! Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you, and your family
Love to all - please let me know if there is anything I can do to support you. I lost my Dad this time of year - it's tough, but you will be okay - keep the faith.
Anne, Harry and Emily Yates
December 2, 2009
Mary Gat, I am so sorry about your mom's death. I know you will miss her greatly. Please take care and know that I'm holding you in my thoughts and prayers
Love,
Doe Mahanes
December 1, 2009
Kathryn, Mary Gat, and Mason,
Your most kind and gracious mother was such fun and so full
of life and love. Please know we are thinking of you over the miles.
Love,
Steve, Becca, John, Will,and Sam
Ellen Dudley
December 1, 2009
Thinking of you all in this time of grief!! Nancy was a wonderful person to know and she was always entertaining us all with her stories and her life!! it has been a pleasure to know her over the years!! Love to the family and friends!
December 1, 2009
Mary Gat,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of dear Nancy. She was an amazing, gracious lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rick & Suzanne McDonald
Alan & Sylvia Stadler
December 1, 2009
Kath,
We were so sorry to learn of the passing of your Mother---
Wish we could have had the opportunity of meeting her
Our prayers and thoughts are with all of y ou at this time.
December 1, 2009
Kath, you spoke so fondly of your precious mother who seemed like so much fun! Remember, nothing that is loved is ever lost; no one who has touched a life or brought beauty to the world is ever truly gone!
My prayers are for peace and comfort as you face the weeks and months ahead without this dear person.
Cynthia, Rusty, Will, and Austin Stadler
Leni Smith
December 1, 2009
Bowling was always fun with you on the team,it will never be the same without you and your "Coca-Cola" red ball.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Boodie McGurn
December 1, 2009
To the entire Caperton Family- I would like to offer not only my condolences but an affirmation of what a lively and wonderful friend Nancy was. I met Nancy on the golf course (of course) in one of our many team matches with Farmington CC. I was drawn to her (as were so many) as she was so enthusiastic, quick witted and just a wonderfully attractive individual. My favorite times with Nancy were off the golf course when she would be in her element telling jokes, stories and entertaining even those that were usually difficult to entertain! I will always so fondly remember my times with Nancy- as she always brightened any atmosphere, and what a gift that was.
I am so sad I will not be able to be there this afternoon for the service, but I am having a small procedure done that can not be changed. Best to you all and I hope you find great comfort knowing what a difference Nancy made to so many people. Best regards, Boodie McGurn
arax mitchell
December 1, 2009
What a wonderful life and what a wonderful smile -- it embodies all the stories I heard about her through the years. Though I never had a chance to meet her I know she lives on through her children and grandchildren and what a legacy she has left! You are shining tangible embodiments of your mom -- here's to all her shots being true!
Wish we could be there -- all our love: Jim, Arax, Nicky and Charlie (Mitchell)
December 1, 2009
Kath, We have been praying for you and your family since we received the sad news! I know that you adored your mom and she adored you! You were both very blessed to have such a loving/ fun relationship! Please call us anytime for any reason. We love you and will be here for you when you return home! May God bless you all and keep you close always! I know you will forever cherish all the memories! Love and Prayers, Connie and Steve
SAndy Graff
December 1, 2009
Kathryn, Mary Gat and Mason,
I have such fond memories of your Mom. It was such a joy to know her, with her winning personality, graciousness, and love of life. May your memories of her be a comfort as you say good-bye. Love, Sandy
FORREST & BECKY HYRE
December 1, 2009
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU AS YOU GO THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
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