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Nancy McDuffie Obituary
Sunday morning the McDuffie family lost a most beloved member of our Clan. Nancy Carol McDuffie was born on May 18, 1955 in Tulsa, OK, to Robert Neill McDuffie and Carolyn (Braunlich) McDuffie. She passed into the mystic surrounded by family on October 17, 2021 at the age of 66.
Nancy grew up in Tulsa and graduated from the Memorial High School (Chargers!!). She attended Oklahoma State University taking the job of Redskin yearbook editor (Go Pokes!!), graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree, Class of '77. She continued her Charger enthusiasm as a member of the scholarship selection committee.
Nancy grew up in a family with a passion for games, literature, music and the Arts. She conveyed these passions to kindred spirits from Purolator in Tulsa, to Chase Manhattan in New York City and back again to Imperial in Tulsa. Nancy collected these spirits who became friends and kept them close as family. Nancy's passion for collecting was evident in her scrapbooking; another way of keeping and making memories with family and friends. These collections conveyed her love of travel – crisscrossing America to see her favorite performers who also became friends.
Her love of games gave Nancy a chance to not only play, but teach games to three nephews and one great nephew who continues the tradition. She loved referring to herself as "One of the Greats", meaning Great Aunt to Max and Charlotte. Nancy was a cherished sister, aunt, great aunt and friend, as countless members of her circle will attest. "I've never met anyone like Nancy!" is the resounding reply to queries. Her zest and childlike wonder for life was infectious. We all loved being in her presence. She is Unforgettable!
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Robert Neill McDuffie, Jr. and Phillip McDuffie. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Douglas and Deborah McDuffie of Tulsa, OK; nephews, Duncan McDuffie, Dashiell McDuffie and Sean McDuffie and his wife, Shawna; great nephew, Max McDuffie and great niece, Charlotte McDuffie.
The family will receive friends 5-7 PM, Thursday, at the Ninde Brookside Funeral Home. Funeral service 10 AM, Friday, Ninde Brookside Chapel.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Clarehouse, 7617 S. Mingo Road, Tulsa, OK 74133. Ninde Brookside Chapel 918-742-5556. www.ninde.com
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Barbara
October 14, 2024
Nancy was one of the sweetest people I have ever known. She always had a smile and a good word for everyone. This is a picture of part of our card-playing and dominoes group, way back when!
Barbara Roberts
October 14, 2022
I certainly do miss Nancy. She always had a big smile for everyone.
Randal J Kinnear
October 21, 2021
I have been friends with Nancy since February of 1977. We had many adventures together and I will cherish them. Rest in fun and joyous song my dear friend.
Dana Chaney Myers
October 20, 2021
Nancy was a classmate at Memorial and we both went to OSU. Her smile and infectious laugh were a constant; what a wonderful spirit dwelled in that girl! I was always interested to see who would be the subject of her next musical theater meet and greet. She lives on in our hearts and memories. Rest well, lovely lady.
Tara Johnson
October 20, 2021
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Tara Johnson
October 20, 2021
Oh, the adventures I had with Nancy! When we discovered back in 1992 at Purolator in Tulsa that we were both OSU alums, both loved musical theatre, books, cats and art (and talking about all of it), we knew we were destined to be friends. Even when I moved to Kansas City a few years later, we got together when we could to see a show, tailgate before an OSU game, eat a great meal or just hang out. Who else would introduce you to people like Tommy Tune and Bernadette Peters? She was such a positive force of nature. She loved her family and friends so much. I will miss her.
Barbara Roberts
October 20, 2021
My sincere condolences to the whole family. Nancy was so proud of all her family and loved showing pictures of the little ones. I met Nancy years ago at Purolator and we continued our friendship all these years. We played cards or dominoes almost every Saturday for a long, long time. I will certainly miss her.
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