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Nancy Heard Obituary
She was born in New London, on Dec. 11, 1938, the daughter of Leslie and Mary (Korporsky) Glynn. She attended local schools and on May 8, 1965, married John Heard, who survives her.
Mrs. Heard enjoyed bingo, the slots, holidays, and prepping/serving meals at numerous senior centers.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Debbie Hutchinson of Salem and Samae Claspill and her husband, Wade, of Columbia, Mo.
Family and friends are invited to call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Thomas L. Neilan & Sons East Lyme Funeral Home, 48 Grand St., Niantic.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of choice.
Condolence messages may be left on Nancy's memorial page at www.neilanfuneralhome.com
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for Nancy Heard
December 20, 2012
Dear Mr Heard and family, So sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. Our thoughts are with you. Linda Griffiths (Giants Neck)
Melissa Calkins
December 19, 2012
Hi Deb!
I just want to you to know you're in my thoughts during this time. It's so hard to lose your parents, I still miss my dad and its been almost ten years! So how do you get through it? You hold their memories close to your heart, do things they would have enjoyed doing..especially on special days like birthdays, and talk to them, because they're always around!
Prayers to you and our family!
Blessings~~~
Pamela StJohn
December 19, 2012
My deepest sympathy to you Deb and your family. I can picture your Mom organizing a card game and puzzle table for all the angles in heaven. She will be missed by everyone.
Fran Shields
December 19, 2012
Nancy was our neighborhood watch and an amazing host on Christmas Day. She could be counted on for a big smile and glowing pride in her daughters and husband. She could also be counted on for her generosity and acumen with coupons! She was a bright light in the neighborhood and we will miss her.
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Daniella K Daskam
December 19, 2012
Namaste ( I bow to you )
Sue and Rod Wells
December 19, 2012
Dear Jack and Samae,
We are so sorry for your loss. Nancy was a wonderful women, we will always remember her kindness and generosity to all of her neighbors. Our deepest sympathies,
Daniella Karasevicz Daskam
December 18, 2012
Jack and Samae, When Samae and I were small I came to play at your home. I also remember celebrating many holiday parties at your home and also that Nancy was good friends of my family ( Martha, my grandma in particular). I wish to say thank you Nancy for many good childhood memories. Thank you for being a good friend to my grandma Martha as well. Debbie, I want to say sorry for your loss also.
Elaine Hulsman
December 18, 2012
She will be missed.
Dan & Carol St.Germain
December 18, 2012
Dear John, We are so sorry about Nancy.
Anthony Gialpis
December 18, 2012
Dear Samae,
So sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
With deep sympathy,
Tony Gialpis
December 18, 2012
I met Nancy at the New London Senior center a few years ago. Nancy was a very warm and friendly to everyone. She played bingo with my deceased mother many times. Nancy touched many lives. So sorry for your loss. Paula Romano Barile
April
December 17, 2012
Nancy knew how to celebrate life...she loved all holidays and always shared her love with other. What a loss. Peace to her friends and family.
December 17, 2012
So sorry for your loss. Nancy will be missed. Ed & Rita Hill
Walter Edwards II
December 17, 2012
Nancy was always a free spirit and loved cooking and having party's.
she will be sorely missed.
December 17, 2012
We here at the New London Senior Center knew that Nancy had not been well for some time. She was one of our all time favorite bingo players and caller. Each holiday she made little favors which she passed out to all our participants and staff. She also helped prepare the bread for distribution. Nancy was a caring, giving and lovely person. We will miss our friend and helper and know that she is now one of God's "angels". God's Grace be with you!
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