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1935
DIED
2021
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Nancy Wanamaker Obituary
Survivors: In addition to her husband, Harlan, daughter, Debra Gore of Fogelsville; son, Todd Wanamaker of Slatington; sister, Marlene Blose and her husband, Dale of Schnecksville; brothers, Ronald Smith and his wife, Donna of New Tripoli, Gerald Blose and his wife, Rita of Allentown; granddaughters, Rachel Graves and her husband, Brian of Slatington, Erica Hughes of Fogelsville, many nieces and nephews; predeceased by sister, Joann Adams.
Service: A memorial service will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Heidelberg Union Church, 5187 Irvin Road, Slatington with the Rev. Rashion Santiago officiating. Family and friends may pay their respects from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. in the church on Saturday. The Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., Schnecksville is in charge of arrangements. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance and/or Cancer Support Community – Greater Lehigh Valley c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box 196, Schnecksville PA 18078-0196.
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Jane Stettler
July 15, 2023
think of Nancy often miss her friendship she was a great friend and fellow member of our pool buddies
Mary Ann Lepkowski
July 24, 2021
Nancy was a joy to know and I was blessed to call her my friend. I will always treasure every memory and I miss her beyond words . We shared everything from recipes , stories and love of our families, and conquering the worlds problems. Many lunches were enjoyed with our pool buddies and just the two of us. She fought a long hard battle and never complained except for maybe all the Dr appts .
Rest In Peace my friend you will always be a part of my life
Janine Fiesta
July 23, 2021
This morning I swam and felt Nancy's presence with me. Until I moved to Pittsburgh a year ago, I was one of Nancy's many pool buddies...and she became so much more. We first became friends because we were the 'shorties" in the class and we both swam in the shallower end of the pool. I am a nurse and also was a cancer patient so she always shared with me what she was going through...always matter of factly and never feeling sorry for herself. We also both had husbands with dementia that we were caring for and there were many similarities with Harlan and Rich. Those discussions often involved a sense of humor...again we were similar. Sometimes we talked our way up and down the length of the pool for the entire class. As I was clearing out my house for sale, she helped me identify items for auction and again helped me to sell. I attended and watched her work during one of those auctions...she was so good at everything she did. Getting to know her and time spent with her was a privilege...I think she stopped by this morning to check out the new pool I am now swimming in!
Rodale Aquatic Center
July 23, 2021
Our condolences to the Wanamaker family. Nancy was a regular at RAC, and will be sadly missed by her friends and the staff here at the pool.
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Diane Zeiser
July 22, 2021
Todd, Debbie and Family, Our Deepest Sympathy to all of you while going through this sad and difficult time. Nancy was such a great customer and a very special friend whom I am going to miss dearly especially every Friday when she came to get her hair done. I have lots of good memories of her that I will cherish. Sending hugs and prayers to all of you. RIP Nancy
Brandy Wanamaker
July 22, 2021
Todd and Family,
Grief can be so hard, but special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Shirley zellner
July 21, 2021
Prayers from your classmate
Cort and Kate Hill
July 21, 2021
So sorry for this loss Todd. We are keeping you in our prayers.
Linda
July 21, 2021
We were very sorry to see the news of your Mom´s passing. We
would like to extend our sincere sympathy.
Greg & Linda Vorhis
Jane Stettler
July 21, 2021
Expressing my sympathy to the whole family. Nancy was a special friend, will be missed by all her pool and lunch friends. Jane Stettler
Roni Zemlansky
July 21, 2021
I would like to extend my sympathy to Nancy's family. I have been a friend of Nancy's for about 5 years. Nancy was my swim buddy at Rodale. I long with a few other swim buddies enjoyed are social interactions. We had lunches together, hugs together and many laughs together. I will miss Nancy.
Stanley Kokolus
July 21, 2021
To the Wanamaker family, we are so sorry for your loss. We will remember Nancy’s positive attitude, smile and giggle. She was a dear friend to Millie. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Stanley Kokolus and Family
Joan Mayo
July 20, 2021
My deepest condolence to Nancy's family. I will truly miss my pool buddy. May she rest in peace.
Sincerely
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