Nancy Ann Whaley

Nancy Ann Whaley obituary, Lithopolis, OH

Nancy Ann Whaley

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Nov

13

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

650 West Waterloo Street, Canal Winchester, OH 43110

Nov

14

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

650 West Waterloo Street, Canal Winchester, OH 43110

Nov

14

Service

12:00 p.m.

650 West Waterloo Street, Canal Winchester, OH 43110

Nancy Whaley Obituary

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Nancy Ann Whaley, age 72, of Lithopolis, OH passed away peacefully Saturday, November 8, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 7, 1953 in Columbus, OH to the late Carl and Norma Zwayer. She loved spending time with her family, her dogs and especially her grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Janet Rish. She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Richard Whaley; two daughters, Candace (Michael) Fleischmann and Renee Whaley; four grandchildren, Kelton and Kasen Kirkpatrick, Haylee and Kayla Fleischmann; brother, Michael (Cindy) Zwayer; two sisters, Cathy (Steve) Shaw and Carol (Larry) Cocherl; brother-in-law, Michael Rish; numerous nieces and nephews. She was a beloved aunt and dear cousin to many. Nancy devoted many years of her life to the billiards community. She was a beacon of love and strength for her family and friends.

Family and friends may visit 5-8:00pm on Thursday, November 13, and 10-12:00pm on Friday, November 14 at the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, 650 W. Waterloo St. Canal Winchester, OH 43110. A funeral service officiated by Pastor Alex Feldman will begin at 12:00pm on Friday, November 14, at the funeral home. Interment at Lithopolis Cemetery. Donations may be made in her name to Fairfield County Humane Society, 1721 Granville Pike, Lancaster, OH 43130. Online condolences may be found at www.spencefuneralhome.com.
Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home - Canal Winchester

650 West Waterloo Street, Canal Winchester, OH 43110

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Nov

13

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

650 West Waterloo Street, Canal Winchester, OH 43110

Nov

14

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

650 West Waterloo Street, Canal Winchester, OH 43110

Nov

14

Service

12:00 p.m.

650 West Waterloo Street, Canal Winchester, OH 43110

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