Nancy Lynn Alexander

Nancy Lynn Alexander, 71, of Springfield, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. She was born on June 25, 1953, in Springfield, IL, the daughter of John Robert and Doris Ann (Fleck) Knight. Nancy was a devoted lover of nature that leaves behind a legacy of beauty and creativity. She found joy in the outdoors, spending countless hours planting flowers and designing breathtaking landscapes that brought life and color to those around her. She was preceded in death by her father, John Knight. Nancy is survived by her mother, Doris Knight; daughters, Nicole Alexander of Springfield and Courtney Alexander of Hendersonville, TN; grandson, Jack Alexander of Springfield; brother, Dave Knight of Pittsburgh, PA; and sister, Julie (Tony) Knight Seman of Naples, FL. Cremation was provided by Lincoln Land Cremation Society. Memorial contributions may be made to National Down Syndrome Society at https://give.ndss.org To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Nancy, please visit our floral store.