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Nancy Curtis Obituary
February 16, 1947 - March 9, 2015
Nancy Calline Burns was born in Salem, Oregon. She was the first child for Robert and Calline Burns.
She is survived by her parents and her husband, Tim Curtis, and her ex-husband and good friend, John Bakke, her sons - Carl (Joe) Nydegger III of Boring, Oregon; Chad Bakke of Fortine, Montana; Christopher Bakke and wife Zoey of Shenzhen, China. She was preceded in death by her daughter Wendy Bakke in December of 1999.
She is also survived by her siblings: Peggy Kelly of Salem, Oregon; Emmy Burns of Milwaukie, Oregon; Patty Vermilyea of Fortine, Montana; and Robert Burns of Tillamook, Oregon.
Nancy attended grade school and part of high school in Dayton, Oregon. She graduated from Neah-Kah-Nie High School in Rockaway Beach, Oregon.
Nancy's daughter Wendy was diagnosed with juvenile diabetes when she was 3 years old. Wendy's care was a big part of Nancy's life.
She loved horses, sewing, golfing, antiques, and thrift shopping looking for treasures.
Nancy really loved people and people loved her. She will be so missed.
A memorial service will be held at City View Funeral Home on March 14 at 2:00 p.m.
In remembrance, donations can be made to Willamette Valley Hospice or American Diabetes Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Curtis
Linda Baldwin
April 4, 2015
I only recently learned of Nancy's passing. It made me so sad! I did not see her often, but whenever I did, she was the friendliest person ever and I always felt welcome at Jerry's Saloon in Fortine!
What a great woman who shared her generous spirit not only with loved ones, but her community as well.
I am glad those she loved got to experience that and how I wish you could have had it for a bit longer. My thoughts & prayers are with you all...
Judy Noble-Bennett
March 18, 2015
I went to school with Nancy in Dayton, many years ago. She was a friendly, outgoing person always with a smile on her face. We played volleyball together. My deep sympathy to her family for her passing. I'm sure she will be missed very much.
March 17, 2015
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Nancy Bakke
Curtsis. She was very nice person. Very friendly. She will be missed. Our deepest sympathy. Henry & Debbie & Jason Wojciechowski
Kathy Ness
March 14, 2015
Nancy was and still is an amazing person. I will miss her kindness, her smile, her hugs. I know that she's with her Wendy walking hand in hand. Thank you for being our angel here and there my friend, always in our hearts.
Marilyn Russell
March 13, 2015
I will miss my best friend so very much. I will treasure all my memories with this wonderful lady. You will be missed.
Ann Culp
March 13, 2015
Nancy was one of my "moms" when her family lived in New Mexico. Such a sweet, talented and funny lady; she always had a special place in my heart. I've missed my dear friend Wendy for a very long time and I will miss Nancy as well. My thoughts and prayers to all of her friends and family.
March 12, 2015
Nancy was my wonderful big sister and it was an honor to assist with her caregiving during her final weeks. We made the most out of a difficult time and enjoyed reminiscing about childhood memories and also creating new lasting memories. I will miss her so much.
Emmy
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