Nancy Lee Whinihan

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Nancy Whinihan Obituary

Nancy Lee WHINIHAN Nancy was born in Seattle on March 23, 1924 and passed away peacefully on Sunday July 12, 2009- she was 85. She was a 1942 graduate of Broadway High School in Seattle and a long time resident of Bellevue Washington. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel and her brother, Warren McCloy. She is survived by her daughter, Katherine of Raymond Washington, and her son, Kevin of Kirkland; grandchildren: Christopher, Matthew, Bridget and two great grandchildren. Widowed in 1980, she spent time in her later years volunteering with community organizations. She enjoyed gardening, golf with her neighbors and regular swim sessions at the community pool. She loved to travel and found time for periodic trips to Hawaii. She also made excursions to Alaska and once made a tour of the Civil War historic sites. Wherever she lived, she became close to her neighbors. She cherished their friendships and established long lasting relationships. We wish to thank the staffs at Canyon Park Adult Living Center in Bothell and Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland who kept her comfortable during difficult times. Out of respect to Nancy's wishes, there will be no service. Remembrances may be made to Evergreen Hospice Services 12822 124th Lane NE, Kirkland, WA 98034. Sign Nancy's on-line Guest Book at www.Legacy.com.

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Published by The Seattle Times from Jul. 19 to Jul. 20, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Whinihan

13 Entries

July 31, 2009

Reading the guest book has brought alot
of remembering, Nancy and Sam and the new condo "decorator" the "green"chair
Sam loved,the battle that ensued, the
humor and love and the fact that green does not go with mauve, blue and purple,but stood out like the beacon of comfort that it was. I too have a
"Sam " chair in my living room whose
only reason is too offer comfort.
Barbara Whinihan Dickey

July 31, 2009

Nancy was the kindly mother of my very good friend Kevin, who I met in 1959.She always sent "goodies" for our camping trips with Sam, Kevin, Kay and me.I remember Nancy's thrifty "Scotsman", a Studebaker car. God Bless Nancy and her family! Greg Buck

July 28, 2009

I'm sure I wasn't, but Aunt Nancy had a way of making me feel like I was her favorite nephew. Some of my favorite moments with her include sitting around Suzy & Rick's table playing and singing Gordon Lightfoot songs, etc.; remembering stories about her raising the Springer Spaniel puppies - clothespinning their ears back so it didn't get in the bowl, wheelbarrowing them around to the shady side of the house, etc.; going shopping with her to get a new VHS recorder, and just general laughter. Sam & Nancy both had a great sense of humor, and I'm sure that was part of what attracted them to each other. Kevin, Kay and grandkids, I'm sure you already know how you'll miss her, and I'm glad we all had a chance to enjoy being with her. - Steve Whinihan

July 28, 2009

Al and I are so sorry to hear of Nancy's death. I was not close with her family but when she and my mother got together there was always laughter.The first time Nancy met my mother she came to the door and said,"can you come out and play?" Nancy was very dear to her
Withe my deepest sympathy, Connie and Al Campbell daughter of Mary Laughton

July 27, 2009

Hi Kevin & Kay,

What can I say about your Mom? A weird sense of humor kept all of us laughing. The two of you have inherited that gene. Keep up remembering Nancy in that vain.

Our family gatherings were always filled with laughter and as all of the families grew it was hard to accomodate the ever increasing herd.

I'm proud of you two and Kevin you have always been there. I did visit Nancy once before she went to hospice and I'm sorry I didn't get the voice mail Kay to notify the family.

We could have a picnic in September and reminise and see how many of us and the grandkids and great grandkids show up. Let's do it.

Love, Cassie

July 27, 2009

Aunt Nancy was one of a kind, she was a warm and witty soul that
allways had a twinkle in her eye. Gracious and charming she had time for all of the extended family. My heart goes out to Kevin and Kay and all of the children.
Love B.J.

Leah Rae Miller

July 27, 2009

Nancy was one of the nicest people that I've known. I remember using her bowling ball it was blue with her name Nancy on it. It was the best bowling ball. I remember her 60th birthday, her and Kay came over to my mother in laws for a birthday party.She was like a mother to me while I lived in Seattle. Nancy will be missed.

Suzy Banchero

July 26, 2009

I met Nancy 56 years ago. I was about 7 years old. Nancy and Sam were my parents best friends. My dad use to hop the fence between our houses to visit Sam. Dad and Sam made an infamose batch of beer in Sam and Nancy's garage. The bottles all blew up in the summer heat filling Nancy and Sam's brand new convertible with brew! We would light fireworks in the Whinihans backyard on July 4th. I remember my dad lighting something huge and back peddling away, only to slip and fall on his tookis. I often wonder how we all lived so long. The Whinihan's had the only TV in the neighborhood that got channel 11. We kids would all congregate there and watch the Mickey Mouse Club and the building of Disneyland in California. Nancy would fix snacks. Man! TV and snacks! Who could ask for more? I still dream about the old neighborhood and the Whinnihan's house on East 92nd like it was yesterday. I had a party at my house around 1995 for all the neighbors from East 92nd street. It was great. Everyone came and Nancy, my folks and Mrs. Wellender (from across the street) were there. I saw Nancy at MaryAnn's funeral and spoke with her at length. My mom and I visited Nancy at her assistive living home. The thing I remember most is Nancy's off beat humor. She was a kick! Nancy is as much a part of our family history as anyone. I can see her and Sam and Kevin and Kay, like it is now. They are a part of the fabric of my life. Kevin took compassionate care of his Mom and Kay was a caring and loving daughter. Nancy is proud of the kids she raised, I am sure. I and my folks will miss her.

Albert Eltvick

July 26, 2009

I want to extend my deepest sympathies to the Whinihan Family - especially Kay. I first met Nancy almost 30 years ago when Kay invited me over. She was very warm and friendly to me from the start.
I recall one incident where I was trying to impress Kay with my musical skills - so I brought my violin over for a short recital. However, I had not been practicing. I hadn't played more that a few times since high school. The fact that Nancy and Kay knew so many professional musicians didn't make my audition any better. Needless to say, I wasn't asked to make a repeat performance! But Nancy liked me any way.
That's the great thing about her; she was real. I admired the way she and Kay were like best friends to each other. I don't think I have ever seen such a great relationship between a parent and child. That makes her passing even more difficult. But I will always remember her with warm feelings and I'm honored to have been one of her friends.

Karen Whinihan Nouwens

July 26, 2009

Aunt Nancy will always be close to my heart. Kevin and Kay, your love and care for your mother gave her an abundance of comfort and peace.

I also loved her dry sense of humor and being a Whinihan there was a lot of humor in the family. The one thing that stands out when I think of Aunt Nancy was when I was at the house on 92nd in Seattle. I was very young and was sitting at the kitchen table along with a bottle of Dial Shampoo. I unscrewed the top and smelled it and it smelled great! I began putting it on my fingers, hands and arms before Nancy saw what I was doing. She took me over to the kitchen sink and began to wash the shampoo off. We had bubbles all over. Then the jokes started when my dad walked in....you can imagine what Nancy was saying to him! She had such a wit about her! To this day everytime I see anything with "Dial" on it I think of Aunt Nancy.

Also, Nancy loved and was so proud of her grandchildren, Chris, Matt and Bridget. I have never seen Sam and Nancy so proud as when each of you were born, they loved you very much.

Shirley Rice Gibbons

July 23, 2009

My condolences to Kay and Kevin; I loved her dry sense of humor. She was always gracious and welcoming...her home was where the kids would hang out. I'm glad to have known her, and continue to enjoy the memories. Thanks for everything Nancy.

Erika Whinihan

July 20, 2009

My sympathies as well to Nancy, Kay, Chris, Matt, and Bridget. I wish I could have known Nancy better and spent more time with her.

Lennie and Colleen Oliver

July 19, 2009

We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Whinihan family.

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