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Angel Valley Funeral Home

2545 N. Tucson Blvd.

Tucson, Arizona

Nan MACKSTALLER Obituary

MACKSTALLER, Nan An amazing woman has left us... Nan Mackstaller June 11, 1945 to July 20, 2017. To my most amazing mother: You lived your life with intention, through your own discerned values, and with indomitable courage. You were a woman that reinvented yourself constantly: pianist, mother, real estate broker, computer programmer, real estate investor, web page designer. You were a lover of people, lover of horses, lover of cooking, lover of entertaining, courageous solo traveler and someone who could let go of the past and create a beautiful future. Years ago, when you were planning a trip to live in Ecuador we had a conference call with one of your doctors that recommended you not go. I asked you, "Mom, maybe we should listen to the doctor?". And you replied, "If I listened to the doctors' cautions through the years, I would have died a long time ago." You died exactly as you had intended, at peace and surrounded by your loving friends. Mom, thank you for your wisdom and guidance on how to live an extraordinary life. May you rest in peace… Nan is survived by her son, Adam; daughter, Wells; daughter-in-law, Christine; three beautiful grandchildren… and countless happy fat finches in her backyard. A Celebration of Life will be held this Sunday, August 27, 2017 at Tucson Botanical Gardens at 8:30 a.m. Arrangements by ANGEL VALLEY FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Aug. 23, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Nan MACKSTALLER

11 Entries

Carolanne Harriger

July 1, 2018

I knew Nan as Nancy when we met in 7th grade in Canonsburg, PA. Because we sat in alphabetical order, we became very good friends during 7th and 8th grade until she left public school and went to a private school in Pittsburgh. I have loving memories of sleepovers at each other's homes talking into the night. I loved and admired Nancy for her intelligence and her incredible can-do attitude about everything she did. She was unique and I feel privileged to have known her and her family. The last time I saw Nancy was at her wedding in Heinz Chapel; I'm sorry to learn of her death today. I have never forgotten her all these years later. My heart is grieving now.

April 5, 2018

I am her cousin Lynne Wilson. I will always be thankful for the beautiful hand me downs I received from my Aunt Jane that were Nancy's. Nancy was very smart, sophisticated and accomplished. I am saddened that she passed away so young. I wish her children well and if they ever want to come back to Nancy's roots in Pennsylvania we will welcome them. Lynne Wilson Fisher

Tim Wilson

February 25, 2018

I just learned of Nan's passing. I'm her cousin Tim Wilson. She was the cousin closest to me in age, two grades ahead of me. Although I saw her in 2011 on a visit to Arizona, virtually all my memories are not of Nan, but of Nancy, my pretty, superachieving girl cousin. I remember performing at a church function when I was about 13 or 14, playing my trumpet, and she was my accompanist on the piano, the savvy veteran performer, coaching me and making me look better than I really was. Make no mistake, Nancy was an accomplished musician as a young teenager. She was driven to be the best at what she did, and she was. She was a church organist and pianist when she was a young high schooler. She was as smart, stylish, and sophisticated as anyone I knew growing up. I liked being her cousin, and being friends with her. She will always have a special place in my heart.

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Dani Utz

October 3, 2017

I didn't know your mother passed away. we were in Iowa so many fond memories, playing the piano together and you kids. You were our first friends in Tucson. Always loved her so. Dani Utz

Mary Jane Kurkjian

August 24, 2017

I'm so sorry to hear about my Dear Friend Nan was a very special person who shared her love with everyone she met. She will be missed by many. My Prays are with her family. Rest in Peace Nan

Christine Wolner

August 24, 2017

Wells, Adam, family and friends,

I didn't know Nan very long or well, but her strong spirit and love of animals, travel and the world in general were really quite wonderful. I feel most fortunate that our paths crossed, no matter how briefly. My heart and sympathies go out to all of you.

Love, Chris (and Lily of course)

Fran Smith

August 23, 2017

I met Nan In 1978 and adored her. Her valor and curiosity about the world were always fascinating. She was so smart, funny, loving in her free spirited way. Tucson and all who knew her were blessed. There will never be another Nan. May you rest and entertain those in Heaven. You will always be missed!

Jim/Francie Hilkemeyer

August 23, 2017

Adam,Wells, and Family. May your mother Rest in Peace.

Laura Mance

August 23, 2017

Very sorry to hear this special lady is not in our world any more. Beautifully written memory of Nan.

Salpointe Catholic High School

August 23, 2017

The Salpointe Catholic High School community extends deepest sympathy to the Mackstaller family. You are in our prayers at this difficult time.

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