Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

J.B. Tallent Funeral Service & Crematory

1937 North Sharon Amity Road

Charlotte, North Carolina

William Nance Obituary

William M. Nance "Mack" CHARLOTTE - Mr. Nance, 72, of Charlotte went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 20, 2014. Born January 26, 1942 in Charlotte, Mack was a graduate of Garinger High School and attended Charlotte College His primary career was in the automotive industry as a parts representative. He was an active member of Central Church of God, where he was a faithful volunteer with the Hospitality Ministry and was active in the Friday morning Men's Bible Class. The family will receive friends from 12:00-1:00 P.M. Friday, May 23, 2014, in the Discipleship Center of Central Church of God, 5301 Sardis Rd., followed by a memorial service in celebration of his life at 1:00 P.M. He is survived by his loving wife, Betsy; son, Bill Nance; brother, John Nance; sister-in-law, Ann Jones Mudge; nephews David Nance and Sandy Nance; nieces Georgia Nance Cupp, Cathy Carroll, and Susan Carroll Rice as well as a number of great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Ethel Nance and brother Jim Nance. J.B. Tallent Funeral Service is assisting his family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Charlotte Observer on May 22, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for William Nance

Not sure what to say?





June 5, 2014

Betsy, Mark and I are so sorry to hear of Mack's passing. It was a blessing to get to know him in our small group so many years ago. We pray that the Lord will comfort you during this hard time. In Him, Joan and Mark Mauriello

Thorn Lewis

May 29, 2014

Betsy, I am so sorry to hear this news. You were both such great friends and helped me so much along the way. Thinking of you now.

Kathy

May 29, 2014

I was so blessed to have met Mack . His kindness and encouragement meant so much to me. Betsy you are in my prayers

Frances

May 27, 2014

I will miss Mack's genuine and caring spirit. He always had kind words of encouragement. Betsy, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Paige Hall

May 24, 2014

What an absolutely precious man he was. Blessed to call him my friend. Lifting you up in prayer Betsy.

Gina Llewellyn

May 23, 2014

We just heard this sad news and are saddened to hear of Mack's passing but, grateful to have known this kind man who walked as he talked shining as a great example to so many. Betsy, you and the family are in our prayers and we are thinking of you. Gina and Terrence

Jo Westfall

May 23, 2014

Mack was a wonderful person who helped me and lots of others! Great smile and wonderful hugs! Awesome to see Mack singing and praising The Lord at Central! I have many great memories! You will be missed a lot! My utmost sympathy and condolences to you Betsy and family!

May 23, 2014

Mack: will miss bumping into you and your smiling face at infrequent but welcomed times. God bless you and Betsy and keep you both in His loving care. Muriel Gennari

Kristen Furr

May 23, 2014

What a special soul Heaven now has. I bet he is greeting others with that big smile. I will always remember that smile... it was contagious. My thoughts and prayers are with Betsy and your family in the days ahead. Thank you for your service...

May 23, 2014

Mack, you were always a smiling happy addition to every family get together. I will miss you!

Debbie M

May 23, 2014

Mack, I will always miss your presence with your wonderful words of encouragement and friendly smile. It is a real loss for all of us to lose such a kind and loving soul.

Linda Drummond

May 23, 2014

Thank you Mack for the many years of warm welcomes and service to all of us! Your consistent presence bearing that friendly smile was a light I am not even sure you knew shone so brightly from you. Your light will be missed. Love and prayers to you Betsy, and May the Father of Mercies and the God of all comfort, meet you in the deepest places of your heart.

Roxanne McDonald

May 23, 2014

My God bless you and keep you until then...

Sue

May 23, 2014

I will miss Mack's kind and welcoming greeting on Saturday mornings at Peace. Betsy and family, I am truly sorry for your loss. Mack always put us at ease with his friendly manner. But the essence of him, how authentic, genuine, and caring he was, is what I think we will all miss. I am so glad I knew him.

Gail Isabel

May 23, 2014

Dear Mack, I know you have been received in God's kingdom with an even bigger welcome than the one you gave to all those you loved and cared about. I will miss your smiling face.

Sara Farmer

May 22, 2014

Mack was always kind and encouraging. He always had a smile. I'm so thankful I was able to get to know him and serve with him. Sending prayers to you, Betsy!

Betty Lou Brundick

May 22, 2014

Betsy, we loved being neighbors with you and Mack. Recently we were talking about you all and Spencer with our children. Mack was such a kind, gentle soul! Love from the Brundicks!

Lynda Hunley

May 22, 2014

I feel blessed to have spent time with Mack. I will miss his greetings on Sunday night.

Bill and Karen Warren

May 22, 2014

May you be in the true fellowship of the Spirit and may you watch over many. Your service with a smile will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Isabel Moncure

May 22, 2014

Always such a cordial and sincere welcome from a man who will be so greatly missed. Sending my prayers and most thoughtful remembrance to the family during this difficult time.

Al and Keeley Tase

May 22, 2014

Mac was without a doubt a man of service, he was an inspiration and an example too all whom he crossed paths. We will truly miss you Mac. You were a part of our lives on a daily basis.

Becky S.

May 22, 2014

Always there with a great big bear hug and a big smile. May his memory be a blessing to his wonderful wife and family.

May 22, 2014

Our Prayers are with the family, Mack was a great guy. Jack and Carolyn Gilmore

Glenn Hooks

May 22, 2014

My good friend, always a good guy. I always enjoyed the phone calls, just to see how I was doing, out on the road. My pal, you will be missed , but I know that heaven is a little brighter with you there!

Touchstone Maintenance

May 22, 2014

Your smile every morning and your uplifting and positive attitude will be greatly missed, I know the angels will love your jokes. RIP Big Mack

Ty Branam

May 22, 2014

Mack. You always had a booming Hello when greeting your friends and a warm handshake or hug; Always positive and never complained about anything is how I remember you. You are missed already and warmly thought of. Thanks for all you did and your positive message for others.

Jane Branam

May 22, 2014

Mack, we will miss you so much. You were a shining light for all your friends. You showed, by example, a path of love and caring. You helped many people to find a good, spiritual path in life.

Ken

May 22, 2014

A true servant to his fellows, with smiles and welcome words.

Showing 1 - 28 of 28 results

Make a Donation
in William Nance's name

Memorial Events
for William Nance

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

J.B. Tallent Funeral Service & Crematory

1937 North Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte, NC 28205

How to support William's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor William Nance's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more