Nancy Talbot Obituary

Nancy Talbot, who with her husband opened in 1947 the first of what would grow into a chain of nearly 600 stores, died Sunday in her Boulder, Colo., home of complications from Alzheimer's disease. She was 89 and for much of her life divided her time between homes in Cambridge, Cohasset, Hingham, and Maine.

Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 2 to Sep. 7, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Talbot

14 Entries

Ellen Kameny

September 16, 2025

Sorry for your loss. I went to Parsons College, in Fairfield Iowa and had a roommate, named Jackie, or Nancy. This was in 1966. Did any relatives attend Parsons? She wanted to be a teacher and I visited her and she took me to Plymouth Rock. Thank you.

Ernie Shineman

October 28, 2009

Hi Polly and Janie, I have this one VERY specific memory of being at your house off Martins Lane on Christmas,and not being able to find the gift I had gotten, not sure if I actually got one, but it surface in my memory every once and a while. I can see us all sitting in the large room next to the front door. Some memories never fade. Our best to all, Ernie

Canetana Hurd

September 17, 2009

It broke my heart to hear of your family's loss. Ms. Talbot was a visionary of a real woman's body. I grew up in a sewing room, crawling around the floor on around patterns, cloths, silk packages from China in the late 50s. My Mom provided me a rich appreciation of textiles, colors and styles. My first piece of Talbots clothing fit me perfect!!! Now I wear Talbots Womens Petite. I am also a loyal shopper and Nancy Talbot's memory will live forever. God Bless your family with loving memories of a phenomenal woman.

Mimi Paxton

September 10, 2009

Ah, Polly and Jane, it's the end of an era! I have so many fond memories that revolve around your parents and the store. My thoughts are with you in this loss. I do hope you and your families are doing well.

Brenna Berry

September 7, 2009

I never met Nancy but when looking for a clothier that carried my size for my petite body and provided the kind of customer service I grew up with, someone suggested Talbot's. I've been a loyal shopper ever since 1990.

I'm so sorry for Nancy's passing and my thoughts are with her family. I know that you all are so proud of what she has done for so many women.

Curt Smalzel

September 6, 2009

Dear Polly and Jane,
I met your mom first as your parent and then got to know her and your dad as an adult. They were both such fine and friendly people. I feel lucky to have known them. I'm sorry for your loss. You were fortunate to have had her for so long. Best wishes,

Sarah Jane Dechert

September 4, 2009

Nan and Rudy were, not only special in my life, but shared and taught me the retail business.
They graced me with the opening and management of the Lenox, Ma branch early on.
The contribution they gave to the mass market and catalogue business will be difficult to replace.

Ronny Waters

September 4, 2009

Nancy and Roo were the first people we met in Hingham when Tom came to be headmaster of Derby and when they graciously hosted us in their home. I will never forget them and their stunning art collection. Nancy's passing marks an end of an era.
Ronny Waters, (Charlottesville, VA)

Darthea Hoss Collins

September 3, 2009

So sorry to hear about your Mom.
Old family friends, I remember your Mom and Dad very fondly.

Dorothea Shine

September 3, 2009

So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Talbot's is my very favorite store. My closets are full of Talbot's. At 73 years old, I feel beautiful in Talbot's clothes.

Brad Miller

September 2, 2009

As a small child, I would accompany my mother to the Duxbury Talbots during our summers in town. The store was comforting because it reflected my dear mother's style - tasteful, classical, refined, unchanging in a good way. Thank you and blessings, Nancy Talbot.

Peter Guild

September 2, 2009

Thank you for bringing Janie & Polly into this world. I enjoyed living in Hingham with all of your family. Peter Guild, Quincy, MA formerly of Hingham, MA

gerard LUCILLE TALBOT

September 2, 2009

SORRY TO READ ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR MOM WE VISITED YOUR STORE IN PORTLAND MAINE LAST YEAR AND HAVE ONE OF YOUR I WILL CHERISH FOREVER .

Deb Dougherty

September 2, 2009

Polly - So sorry to hear of your loss. I still wear a Dansk sweater that I bought for skating with all of my Christmas money in 6th grade! Joanie and Deb Z and I still get together,and of course your name comes up often.

Take care, old friend!

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