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BORN

1936

DIED

2025

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Nancy Teeples Obituary

Nancy Ann Teeples passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025 in Modesto, CA at the age of 88. She was born November 4, 1936 in Portland, OR.

Nancy graduated from Madera Union High School in 1954 and Modesto Junior College in 1979. In 1956 she married Salvador H. Rubio, and raised their four children in Hughson, CA. In 1992 she married Ralph Teeples in Copperopolis, CA beginning a new chapter of love and shared faith.

A devoted follower of Christ, Nancy was an active member of Lake Tulloch Bible Church. Her life was marked by a deep spiritual commitment and joyful participation in church activities. Her deep spiritual commitment guided her life and brought her great joy. She found meaningful expression through poetry, painting and cherished time spent horseback riding.

Nancy is lovingly remembered by her husband, Ralph Teeples; her children, John Michael Rubio (Nicolette), Charles Rubio, and Amy Rubio; her grandchildren, Taylor Peavy, Seth Rubio, Daniil Rubio, and Coleman Hawkins; and her sisters, Caroline Mayer and Mary Nelson.

She was preceded in death by parents, Charles and Evelyn James; her brother, Charles Darwin James III; and her daughter, Salina Rubio.

Nancy's legacy lives on through the lives she touched with her warmth steadfast faith.

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Lake Tulloch Bible Church.

Memorial service will be held at Lake Tulloch Bible Church, Saturday November 8th at 11:00 a.m. at 3566 Spangler Lane, Copperopolis, CA.

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

Published by Modesto Bee from Oct. 30 to Nov. 2, 2025.

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Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

Lake Tulloch Bible Church

3566 Spangler Lane, Copperopolis, CA

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Angels Memorial Chapel

1071 S Main St, Angels Camp, CA 95222

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