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Nancy Grier Obituary
She leaves to cherish her memories, her son John Donne and wife Eileen, her daughters Nancy and husband Charles Brooks, Robin and husband David Wingfield and Layton Grier. Her grandchildren Clayton William Donne, Thomas Grier Donne, Nicole Brooks Slater, Mason Shipman Brooks, Lindsey Grier Brooks, Sarah Caitlin Wingfield and David Blaine Wingfield Jr.
Nancy was a member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, The Peninsula Fine Arts Center, where she served on the Board of Directors for 12 years, The Hampton Roads Garden Club (1968-2011), The Garden Club of Virginia, where she served on the Commonwealth and Horticulture Committees, the Newport News Medical Society Alliance, the Christopher Newport University Lifelong Learning Society, the James River Country Club, and the JRCC Women's Golf Association.
A special thank you to Dr.William Irvin for his positive guidance and support for Nancy during her long battle. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff in the ICU-3 and the Palliative care unit at UVA for their devotion and care given to Nancy over the last few weeks.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 3 at 11 am at St. Stephen's Church, followed by a celebration of life reception at the James River Country Club. Burial will be private.
Memorials may be made to the Peninsula Fine Arts Center, St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 372 Hiden Blvd. in Newport News or a charity of your choice.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Grier
Kathy Allen
June 16, 2011
A wonderful loving person whom will be missed by all who knew her. She was a special and talented lady and I am glad I spent some time in her presence.
Ben Inloes
June 4, 2011
Johnny & Eileen , Nancy and Layton,
God bless your mother. Her patience and kindness will always be remembered.
Becky Ritter Kelly
June 1, 2011
Nancy was a very classy lady. She always had a joyful greeting for everyone. All of us at JRCC are blessed to have known her, and we will remember her with happy hearts.
June 1, 2011
Johnny and Eileen, Nancy and Layton,
We are very saddened to hear of your Mom's passing. You know how much she was loved by us all: truly another "mom" to every one if us! She taught us and saw the good in us and always had an ear or a shoulder for us. An incredibly knowing and loving woman in every sense and a true lady always! Our prayers to you all and for her. She is certainly in heaven!! Jake and Anne McFerren
Luci Cochran
May 31, 2011
On behalf of everyone at the Peninsula Fine Arts Center, please accept our thoughts and prayers for your family. Nancy Grier did much for the Center and we are forever grateful for her generosity and hard work. She has always been considered a vital part of our history here at Pfac and we will always remember her support and guidance as a board member.
Sincerely,
Luci Talbot Cochran
Executive Director
David/Debbie Lloyd
May 31, 2011
To Mrs. Grier's Family, We are so very sorry for your loss. Mrs. Grier was such a remarkable person,always concerned about others.I enjoyed our little talks,We are better for having known her.Our prayers go out to all.God bless this very special LADY! David/Debbie
Charles & Janie Heishman
May 30, 2011
Robin, Nancy and Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. We love you and are praying that God will wrap His arms around you all, for strength, for comfort and most of all peace. God Bless,
Nina Garde
May 30, 2011
My dear Aunt Nancy, I am so sad that you are gone but, rejoice that you rest now in the arms of Jesus, residing in the mansion that He had prepared for you. I am so thankful for the love, guidance and support you have given me all of my life. I will always remember your beauty, strength, grace and humor. Your loving Nina
Nina Garde
May 30, 2011
My beautiful dear Aunt Nancy, I feel so sad that you are gone but rejoice that you rest now in the arms of Jesus, residing in the mansion which He had prepared for you. I love you and thank you for the love, support and guidance you gave me all of my life. I will always remember your beauty, strength and humor. Your loving Nina
Robin Wingfield
May 30, 2011
I love you Momma. You will be by my side forever and in my heart always. Thank you for all the years filled with beautiful memories. I am honored to be your daughter.
All my love always,
Robin Lee
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