Nancy Dines Obituary
She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Forrest Dines, a former pilot for Delta. She is survived by her niece, Leslie (McEnteer) Portwood and her great nephews Cameron (Kendra) Portwood and son Kane; and Marshall (Eryn) Portwood and daughters Aidan and Rheya; cousin Mary (Stempfel) Johnson; and sister Peggy (Stimpfel) Dickinson.
Nancy graduated Ellet High School in 1952 where she cheered. She was a hostess for Trans World Airlines and a long time member of the American Kennel Club where she obedience and field-trained many beloved Labrador Retrievers, as well as competed in AKC events. After moving from the Village of Lincolnshire, IL to Akron in 2003, she volunteered many hours at Gennesaret and the Peter Maurin Center serving the less fortunate.
The family will have a graveside service at a future date.
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Pamela Ballinger
October 17, 2025
Nancy was a dear, dear friend. I first met her when she moved back to Akron. We, along with others, tried to get together for dinner weekly. I loved her & will miss her.
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