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Nancy Chalker Obituary
Nancy Brannen Chalker, 85, is at home with our Lord after succumbing to the debilitating effects of Alzheimer's. She died on March 19, 2017 while in the loving care of her husband, Frank, daughter and son-in-law Sue Ann and Wayne McMahan and devoted care professionals, Katrina James and Nell Powell, and Lake Martin Hospice.
Nancy was born on March 31, 1931, in Opp, AL to Roy and Onna Merle (Childre) Brannen. She was married to the love of her life, Frank Chalker, for 65 years.
She was an active member of St. Luke United Methodist Church. Her servant's heart led her to teach Sunday School, help launch the clothes closet and food pantry, and was the bereavement leader. Nancy exercised her gift of writing through the "members mementos" in the church bulletin and composing hundreds of individual cards of encouragement. She delighted in caring for the seniors and mentoring the young people. As a long time member of Compassionate Friends she ministered to bereaved parents and siblings.
Nancy is survived by her husband William Frank Chalker, daughter Sue Ann McMahan (Wayne), and grandchildren, William Brannen and Kurt Moore McMahan; brother, Hillary Jackie Brannen (Billie), sisters-in-law, Betty Chalker Gross (Ed) and Jo Chalker, as well as many nieces and nephews. Nancy was predeceased by her daughter, Melanie Chalker.
Visitation and services will be held at Leak Memory Chapel 909 Lincoln Rd. Montgomery on Wednesday March 22. Visitation is 10:00-11:00, service 11:00. Virginia Kagoro and LuAnne Houser will officiate. Pallbearers: Brannen and Kurt McMahan, Ty Brannen, Jeff Sutton, Lester and Barry Gross, Eric and Joshua Christianson.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Luke United Methodist Church, 2518 Upper Wetumpka Rd. Mont. AL 36107. Lake Martin Hospice, 500 Hospital Drive, Wetumpka, 36092, or Children's Harbor, 1 Our Children's Highway, Alex City 35010.
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Sandy Christianson
March 23, 2017
Miss Nancy you are so missed. We opened the Food Pantry and clothes closet this morning. They all had special memories of you, about times that you helped them find just the right outfit. But they also talked about how you treated them with respect, listened to their worries and prayed with them. Several were at your service to honor you. We all loved you.
Donna Owens Thompson
March 22, 2017
My prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. Nancy was one of the funniest, kindest person on earth and she will be missed. i am so very sorry for your loss.
Kay Knott
March 21, 2017
My heart goes out to the Chalker Family in the passing of their beloved wife and mother, Nancy. I met Nancy at St. Luke United Methodist Church about 10 years ago when I was hired as Secretary for the church. Nancy became endeared to me from the start. She was so vivacious, always smiling and so devoted to her church and the many friends she had here. She was a delight to see every week as she busied herself about the work of the church. She certainly kept me on my toes, particularly about the bulletin. She was an inspiration to me because she lived so well a life of love for others. I have and will continue to miss her so very much! Now she is at peace and is well again. Thanks be to God!
Debbie Davis Powell
March 21, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My family has known the Chalker's seems like all my life. I saw her and her daughter several years ago and we talked about old times at Bonnie Crest Country Club as my parents were Ray and Martha Davis. My Dad played golf with Mr. Frank Chalker.
My prayer is the Lord give you peace in her passing and know you will see her again. Love to you all from of the Davis children. Ray Jr., Chris, Debbie and Cindy.
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Sue Ann McMahan
March 21, 2017
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Kim Peacock
March 21, 2017
I was so saddened to hear of the loss of Mrs. Chalker. She was such a sweet, loving person, I know she will be greatly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during the coming days.
Lynda Armstrong Newsome
March 21, 2017
Sue Ann, I don't know if there's a kitchen in heaven, but if there is when I get there I'm going to ask your mother to make a flop cake. Those were delicious! I know we ate two, maybe three that night. Your mother was so generous with her time, taking us to the beach in the spring and serving as a camp counselor and VBS teacher at Morningview. She helped me learn to sew. I will always remember her sweet smile.
You are a wonderful daughter, and I know you will treasure many happy memories.
March 21, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May God lift you up as you draw close to him in prayer. Psalm 94:18,19
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