Nancy Hepburn Obituary
She was born Jan. 21, 1933, in Williamsport, a daughter of Homer R. and Susan I. (Bigler) Artley. She and her husband, Donald W., celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary May 29.
Nancy graduated from Montoursville High School in 1950. She had worked for First National Bank of Montoursville, Henry's Barbeque and most recently Joann's Fabric. Nancy was a member of the Williamsport Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses and treasurer of the Lycoming County Extension board.
She loved life and enjoyed knitting, sewing, traveling and reading. Nancy loved spending time with family and friends and enjoyed having lunch with her schoolmates.
Surviving, in addition to her husband, are three sons, Mark W. of Montoursville, Donald W. (Lucretia) Jr. of Milton and Benjamin A. of Williamsport; two daughters, Crystal A. Hepburn-Moore of San Diego, Calif., and Betsy L. Hepburn-Day of Trout Run; a sister, Barbara (David) Halderman of Montoursville; and 10 grandchildren, Benjamin R., Justin T., Nicholas J., Lindsay R., Aaron M., Lucas S. and Chase A. Hepburn, Colby McCormick and Caleb M. and Jacob R. Day.
Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Spitler Funeral Home, 733 Broad St., Montoursville. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 773 Cemetery Road, Williamsport, with Elder Vernon Porter officiating.
Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
As a cancer survivor, in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, PA 17701.
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Jan Hoffman
December 5, 2007
Don,
How saddened we were to hear of your loss. Shirley wanted us to know about it. You and your family will be heavy on our hearts during this time. Nanc was a wonderful friend.
Love, Jan Hoffman
Bill and Sally Winn
December 4, 2007
Dear Don, Chrish and family,
Bill and I were so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. We both know how that feels. Death is an enemy but we aren't left without hope. What a happy time it will be when you welcome her back in the resurrection. We'll keep you in our hearts and prayers. May Jehovah help you through this most difficult time.
December 4, 2007
Don and Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Nancy was a very warm and thoughtful person and will be missed by all that knew her. How wonderful it will be to see her again in the new system.
Love,
Anna and Pam
Aggidio & JoAnn
December 4, 2007
We are sending you our deepest sympathies and much love. Keeping you all close in our thoughts and prayers.
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Fred & Linda Baker
December 4, 2007
To Don and family,
We're truly sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May Jehovah give you the strength needed to endure your trials and help you to focus on the promise he makes of the resurrection and everlasting life in the new system.
Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Fred and Linda Baker
Rebecca Bingaman
December 4, 2007
Our deapest Sympathy at your time of loss. We only know of Mrs. Hepburn through Don's stories, but we know your family was so blessed by her.
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