Nancy L. Zanders

Nancy L. Zanders

Nancy Zanders Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Original Rago Brothers Funeral Home - Northwest Location -Norridge Chap on Oct. 17, 2025.
Nancy L. Zanders. She was a lifelong Chicagoan, who was born in Oswego, NY. Real estate agent and broker for over 30 years for Beaulieu Real Estate. Proud homemaker who also enjoyed the company of her many pets over the years. Cherished daughter of the late Ella Marie Fabbri, and granddaughter of the late Guiseppe Fabbri and Italia Ciabattari. Beloved wife of the late Clarence E. Zanders. Loving mother of John Habasek, Jerry (Sue) Zanders, and the late Joseph Habasek. Dear stepmother of Mark (Mary) Zanders. Caring grandmother of Margaret Habasek, Mark (Denise) Zanders, Jr, Laura (Josh) Trier and Steven (Kate) Zanders and dear greatgrandmother. Fond sister of George "Buddy" Hainault and the late Danny Hainault.

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