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Nancy Parris Obituary
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PARRIS, Nancy Nancy Ruth Adams Parris, 74, of Flowery Branch, Georgia died Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at Peachtree Christian Hospice in Duluth, Georgia. Nancy, whose initials honored the National Recovery Act, was born December 30, 1933 in Waterloo, Iowa. She attended the Iowa State Teachers College High School in Cedar Falls, Iowa, and earned her R.N. at the State University of Iowa in Iowa City. Nancy, who made friends easily and who dedicated her life to providing comfort and assistance to anyone in need, was affectionately known in her community as "Nurse Nancy". Her professional accomplishments were many. Nancy was one of the founding members of the Future Nurses Program in Marion, Iowa, served as Chairman of the Public Television Committee in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin; established community teen pregnancy and anti-smoking programs during her tenure as school nurse in Port Washington, Wisconsin; worked as a psychiatric nursing instructor in Milwaukee and even served as the Head Nurse for the Road America Race Track. She will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate to know her. Nancy is survived by her husband, Waverly Parris, to whom she was married in 1954; her son Gregory Parris; daughter, Jennifer Parris Olmstead; son-in-law, John Olmstead; grandson, William Olmstead; a brother, Morris Adams of Iowa; sisters, Debbie Adams of Illinois, and Patricia Simmons of Minnesota; and her many friends and extended family members. Services: Sunday, April 6 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., Four Seasons Lake Lanier Clubhouse, Flowery Branch, Georgia. Arrangements by: Junior E. Flanigan of Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford, GA, 770-932-1133, www.flaniganfuneralhome.com.
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Paul Kobres
May 9, 2008
Jennifer, Greg, Wig, and family,
I am so sorry to read of your mother’s passing. Even though I did not get to know her well, there are some people that it does not take long to realize how extraordinary they are. I remember her singular wit and easy going nature chatting with her at Road Atlanta /Ferrari Club events. I remember how proud she was of her Jenn. She liked my cheesecake which was pretty cool to :-) You have a family made up of very special people. My heart goes out to you and your loved ones.
Melissa & John Simmons
April 9, 2008
Wig, Greg, & Jennifer we are so sorry for your loss your mother was a wonderful lady & will be greatly missed. Aunt Nancy may you rest in peace and be among all the beautiful angels in heaven.
Juliette Hawk
April 5, 2008
My rememberances of Nancy are very special. When my husband, Bert, and I first moved to Four Seasons on Lanier Nancy was among the first neighbors I met. She was teaching water aerobics and invited me to join the group. We had such fun! Later we would visit at our Home Owners meetings and greet each other when taking walks around the neighborhood. I remember stopping and admiring her beautiful yard. I longed for her "green thumb". Nancy was a delightful person and will be missed by all who knew her.
Cheryl & Jerry Morrow
April 5, 2008
Our dear Wig, Jennifer, Greg and family,
We are so saddened to learn of Nancy's passing and are sorry we will not be able to join you at her memorial service and celebration of her wonderful and amzing life. She touched our lives and will remain as a treasured memory in our hearts. We are thinking about you during this difficult time and send our heathfelt sympathy. We share in your grief and send you our love.
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