Nancy J. Eckert

Nancy J. Eckert obituary, Allentown, PA

Nancy J. Eckert

Nancy Eckert Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Stephens Funeral Home, Inc. - Allentown on Jun. 30, 2024.

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Nancy J. Eckert, 83, of Allentown, passed away Friday, June 28, 2024, in the In-Patient Hospice Unit of L.V. Hospital, Allentown. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Woodrow and Alma (Richards) Eckert. Nancy was a graduate of Allentown H.S., Philadelphia General Hospital School of Nursing and Cedar Crest College. Nancy was a Registered Nurse and also worked in Neuro Science Research at L.V. Hospital for 37 years. She was a registered nurse and a former decorated Captain of the Army Nurse Corps, serving as a combat nurse at the 93rd Evacuation Hospital Long Binh, Vietnam. She is part of several videos about combat nurses, "Not on the Front Line," "The Other Angels" and the Ken Burns Podcast "The War is Still With Us." She is a lifetime member of VVA415 and worked on legislation for "Agent Orange" compensation and the flying of the "POW-MIA" flag over government buildings. She is known to share her experiences at local schools and churches. Nancy was a member of Nativity Lutheran Church, Allentown. She was a volunteer at the DaVinci Science Center and was a mentor in the Allentown School District.
Survivors: Daughter, MollyKathleen N. Craig and her husband David of Cornwall, UK; Grandchildren: Annabel, Alice and George. Nancy is also survived by many cousins.
Services: 11 am Monday, July 8, 2024, Nativity Lutheran Church, 4004 W. Tilghman St., Allentown PA 18104. Call 10-11 am Monday (July 8, 2024) in the church. Arrangements by Stephens Funeral Home, Inc. .
Contributions: to the church or National MS Society, PO Box #91891, Washington, D.C. – 1891

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July 8, 2024

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July 6, 2024

Judy Belaires posted to the memorial.

July 5, 2024

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Wendy Robb

July 8, 2024

Nancy was a competent and caring nurse and I enjoyed working with her. We most recently reconnected when she did a presentation for nurses at Cedar Crest College through the DaVinci Science Center. May she rest in peace.

Judy Belaires

July 6, 2024

Nancy was a wonderful friend. She worked alongside me for years at Da Vinci Science Center. We had such fun times and accomplished so much together. She knew so much and I learned so much from her. She was so capable and prepared for everything. I called her the little red hen. She introduced me to Nativity Lutheran Church and helped me to get my grandson baptized there. She was such a special person. I will never forget you Nancy!

Tom Krajcirovic

July 5, 2024

Nancy Rest In Peace
The Krajcirovics

Carolyn Beitler Barron

July 2, 2024

Nancy was a 1959 graduating classmate at Allentown High School. Although we have not been in touch since then, i am extremely impressed with Nancy's contribution to humanity her entire life. My husband served in Vietnam as a career Marine and Agent Orange took him 50 years later. Her efforts in that arena mean a great deal. Nancy was an angel on earth and now rests in the arms of our Lord in heaven. Thank you Nancy for your lifelong service.
Carolyn Beitler Barron

Adam Gannon

July 1, 2024

Nancy has been a safe harbor of understanding when the rest of the world didn´t understand. As a veteran and nurse her first response was to care. That care never stopped. Countless Christmas cards as well as conversations that revolved around perseverance. A great Woman of God and Country. A true representative of the best of us. Nancy you will be missed. Thank you for your wisdom and encouragement for the people and experiences that make life wonderful. Semper Fi

Pam Fisher Stauffer

July 1, 2024

Our Moms were Best Friends
Nancy was My Baby Sitter-I Love Her SO Much our Families were close
She took care of me in many ways
She was there for me after my Back Surgery & I was able to be there after her Hip Surgery
Love You Forever Nancy-See You in Heaven
Love Pam Fisher Stauffer

Elaine Sales

July 1, 2024

I feel very blessed by my friendship with Nancy. She gave me much support with my MS when she worked in Neurology at LVH. God Bless you and your family

Grateful

June 30, 2024

Nancy,
Thank You for Your service to our country.

God Bless You!
God be with your family!

Sincerely,
A Grateful Ame

Robert J. Miklas, AT2AC, USN, 1963-1967.

June 30, 2024

"A Vietnam Veteran has passed away today." Captain, you are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow Vietnam Veteran. We all are grateful for your stepping up to the plate when your country needed you the most. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. Many may not have known you or even cared, but to us veterans you are what America is all about. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran.

Agnes George

June 30, 2024

It was such a great pleasure to know Nancy through Diane Kravelick. She was always so nice to our grandchildren and always fun to be around and a good laugh. What an extraordinary life she lived. May she rest in peace. Agnes & Bob George, Allentown

Diane Kravelick

June 30, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. You have been a wonderful neighbor for all these years. You are one of the strongest women that I know !! Now time to rest for all of your hard work. You were more than a neighbor to me, you were a wonderful friend and part of my family. Rest Well Dear Nancy. We love you.

Karen Friedly

June 30, 2024

I always enjoyed working with Nancy. I was a Registered Dietitian at LVHN for over 30 years. She was a great nurse

Jeane Titus

June 30, 2024

The Florence Nightingale Pledge
I solemnly pledge myself before God and in the presence of this assembly, to pass my life in purity and to practice my profession faithfully. I will abstain from whatever is deleterious and mischievous, and will not take or knowingly administer any harmful drug. I will do all in my power to maintain and elevate the standard of my profession, and will hold in confidence all personal matters committed to my keeping and all family affairs coming to my knowledge in the practice of my calling. With loyalty will I endeavor to aid the physician in his work, and devote myself to the welfare of those committed to my care.

Thank you for your service. May you rest in peace.

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