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Nancy Arnette Obituary
Born January 14, 1926, in Charlottesville, she was the daughter of the late Elias Rueben Newman and Mary Garnett Jones Newman.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert K. Arnette; and one sister, Jean Newman Waters.
Nancy graduated from Lane High School and attended Mary Washington College. She was employed by the Charlottesville Public Schools for many years managing various school cafeterias including Venable, Buford, and Charlottesville High School, from where she retired. Nancy won numerous Virginia State Fair awards for her jams, jellies and candies which she generously shared with her many friends. A lifelong avid fisherman, Nancy also enjoyed her frequent and successful gem hunting excursions to North Carolina.
Surviving are a daughter, Linda "Lin" A. Arnette, of Charlottesville; a son, Michael "Mike" K. Arnette and his wife, Linda M. Arnette, and her granddaughter, Jennifer L. Arnette, all of Goochland, Virginia; and her beloved pets, Smokey (Bud, Bud) and Rusty.
She is also survived by her brother-in law, Jay Waters and sons, Jack F. Waters and James C. Waters; as well as numerous other nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to thank the following people, Dr. William Hammond, Mary, Cindy and Page; Dr. Thomas Schildwachter, Karen and Sue; Dr. Michael Goldman; Ricky with Robert's Oxygen; and neighbors, Greg, Joyce and aunt Fran, Harvey and Bea, Randall and Dorothy, Lucy, Dorothy, Tommy and Kathy. A grateful thank you to Susan Yesawick, Mom's Hospice volunteer.
The family would especially like to thank special friends, Sharon and Ralph Ross, for their love, support and always being there over the many years.
The family would like to thank Hospice of the Piedmont, especially Myra, Rosemary, Marian and David as well as the staff at Martha Jefferson House and Infirmary for their love, support, and care during this time.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Animal Connections, 2471 Troy Road, Troy, VA 22974, or Hospice of the Piedmont, 2200 Old Ivy Road, Suite 2, Charlottesville, VA 22903.
A memorial service celebrating Nancy's life will be held 3 p.m. Tuesday, October 2, 2007, at Christ Episcopal Church, 100 Jefferson Street West.
Friends may sign guest register at www.teaguefuneralhome.com
Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Arnette
Lisa Fuller
October 6, 2007
Lin,
We are sorry to hear about your mom. It was a pleasure to take care of Mrs. Arnette. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Christina Berry
October 3, 2007
Lin, I'm so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I know that she will be greatly missed. You and your family our in our thoughts and prayers.
Tina Diehr-Harper and Rick Harper
October 2, 2007
To Lin: I remember your mom when my mom worked with her at CHS. It was my first year of High School and they referred to her as SARGE. She ran a tight ship, but her "girls" knew what she expected from them and she had their respect no matter what. Please take comfort in knowing she is a better place and you and your family are in our thoughts.
Helen Anne Proffit - Jenkins
October 2, 2007
Lin,
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing but I know you have wonderful memories of your time together. You and your family are in our prayers.
Kathy Allerton
October 1, 2007
Lin, I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Please take comfort in your memories and know that she is at peace and with God now.
Susie Burford
October 1, 2007
Nancy's bright smile and sense of humor will always be in my heart. My prayers are with you during this time.
Emily Searcy
October 1, 2007
Nancy will be missed. She was a good friend of my moms (Edith Gibson) when Nancy lived on Avon Street. Your family is in my prayers.
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