(nee Lebahn) Of Greenfield, was called home on Friday, January 30, 2026, age 89 years. Beloved wife and best friend of the late Jacob T. “Jake” Nikolaus. Loving mom of Travis (Tracy) Nikolaus, Christopher (the late Kim) Nikolaus, Brenda (Randy) Hamburger and Daniel (Deb) Nikolaus. Proud grandma of Justin (Sheena) Nikolaus, Joe (Michelle) Wolke, Adam (Cory) Nikolaus, Sam (Kaylan) Wolke, Jake Nikolaus, Rick (Shanna) Sullivan, Bill (Sarah) Sullivan, CJ Nikolaus, Cory (Christen) Nikolaus, Chad Nikolaus, Josh Hamburger, Katie (Eddie) Tyrpak, Jordyn Hamburger, Audrey Nikolaus and Lauren Nikolaus. Proud great-grandma of Chase, Vincent, Damian, Dexter, Shannon, Clair, Rhys, Kayleigh, Kasin, Kashton, Morgan, Devin, Violet, Jayden, Machenzie, Kyra, Michael and Milo. Further survived by two great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends.
While raising four children, Nancy worked at the Boy Scouts of America for over 20 years, where she received their highest honor, The Silver Beaver Award. Her passion was sailing on the “LadyHawke” with her Captain Jake. Nancy was a member of the South Shore Yacht Club. On top of her many hobbies and clubs, she also held many jobs, most recently working with her best friend Connie of over 50 years at Growing Solutions.
Visitation Thursday, February 5th, from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM at First United Methodist Church, 7520 W. Lapham St., West Allis, with a Funeral Service at 12:00 PM. Burial to follow at Highland Memorial Park in New Berlin. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Boy Scouts of America or Zilber Family Hospice would be appreciated.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
13220 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, WI 53005

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