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Nancy McKellar Obituary

Nancy Christine McKellar
July 13, 1936-June 9, 2012
Resident of Mountain View
Born and raised in Issaquah, WA. Attended Washington State University. Employed at GTE Government Systems. Married 54 years. Survived by husband Don, sons John and Charles (Stefanie and Kristen/Daniel), sister Carol Contreras (Lee) of Albuquerque, NM, and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Hjamar and Ellen Brunberg of Issaquah.
Nancy loved to houseboat on Lake Shasta and drive her beloved Avenger Ski Boat with abandon. Her pain has ended and a loving heart has sadly stopped beating.
Private services are planned. In lieu of flowers please donate to Hospice of the Valley, 4850 Union Ave., San Jose, CA 95124. Please sign the online guest book at:

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

Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Jun. 13, 2012.

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Leigh Brunner

June 18, 2012

Kiko Contreras

June 15, 2012

Uncle Don, John, Charles and Stephanie,

We were so sad to hear of Aunt Nancy's passing. Even though you all are far away, I think about you all quite often. We will say prayers for her and keep you all in our thoughts and prayers always. With much love, Kiko, Lora, Ethan and Isaac

Fina Day

June 13, 2012

Aunt Nancy, I will always remember your sweet laugh and funny stories. You are missed even though you were miles away. My heart felt thoughts are with you Uncle Don, John, Charlie. Stefanie and family. Love, Fina

Fina Day

June 13, 2012

Aunt Nancy, I'll never forget your sweet laugh and funny stories. You are missed even though you were miles away. My heart felt thoughts are with you Uncle Don, John, Charlie, Stefanie and family. Love, Fina

Lynn Havens

June 13, 2012

Aunt Nancy was such a beautiful and kind person who will be missed dearly. Our thoughts are with Don and the McKellar family. Love, the Havens

Sue Contreras

June 13, 2012

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

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