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Nancy was born in Allentown, to the late Peter and Dorothy Zozula King. She attended school in Allentown and was a graduate of Parkland High School, Class of 1972. Nancy was a past shift manager of the Auntie Ann's Pretzel Shop located in the Hickory Run Turnpike Plaza. She was a custom framer in Michael's, Allentown. Most recently she was a sales associate at Sear's Department Store, Wilkes-Barre. Throughout her life she was a foster mom to numerous children in the Jim Thorpe area. Her hobbies included art, crocheting, reading, video games and spending time with her grandchildren. Nancy was a past member of the Blue Mountain Community Church, Palmerton until moving to the Plains area.
Nancy is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Bruce Sr., at home; sons, Bruce Jr. and his wife, Rebekah, of San Antonio, Texas; Jeffrey and his wife, Janet, of Pottstown; Daniel and his wife, Karissa, of Barrington, N.J.; daughter, Maria Yanaitis and her husband, Christopher, of Plains; brothers, Peter King of Neffs; Nicholas King and his wife, Patricia, of Delaware; grandchildren, Eli, Evie, Gabriel, Grace and Hanna; along with nieces and nephews.
There will be a memorial service at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, from the Mark V. Yanaitis Funeral Home, 55 Stark St., Plains, with Pastor Rick Collins of the Blue Mountain Community Church officiating. Friends may call from 5 p.m. until the time of service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 2600 Network Blvd., Suite 300, Frisco, Texas, 75034.
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Alex Shereba
October 5, 2009
Myself and my family were truely sadden to hear about the passing away of Nancy last week. As cousins, we somehow drift apart over the years. One thing we never forget is the fond memories of visiting Aunt Dorothy and Uncle Pete, and playing with everyone. Our condolences go out to Bruce and his family, and Peter and Nicholas
Michael & Cherie Wetzel
October 2, 2009
We are so sorry to hear about your loss... she is still with us and will live on in all of our hearts and memories. She was a wonderful person and a great mother and wife!!! We will miss her dearly as we know you will. It's never easy to say goodbye no matter how hard we may try but there are the loved ones around us who are there to help us through. We love you! If you need anything please let us know.
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
October 1, 2009
Bruce, Bruce Jr, Jeff, Danny, Maria, & families:
I can't begin to express my shock at reading of Nancy's passing ... I know we lost touch in the past years, but she was a beautiful person and good friend to me as we were growing up. I'll miss her ... as I know you will.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jan (Green) & Keith Ruch
Nick & Pat King
October 1, 2009
We will miss you. I know you are in a better place, without pain, and at peace in the hand of Jesus.
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