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Nancy Margaret Leftwich, 84, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma died Thursday, March 3rd, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 24, 1931 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Robert Joel & Margaret Adine (Plato) Gambill.
She is survived by her daughter, Kay Patrick of Oklahoma City; her granddaughter, Erica Parker and grandson-in-law, Joe Parker now living in Pittsburgh, PA. Two sons – Paul Scott and Jay Paul, preceded her in death.
She attended Hawthorne Grade School, Taft Junior High School, and Classen High School in Oklahoma City. She made many life-long friends during her school days, and she enjoyed her high school reunions through the years.
She attended Oklahoma University, where she was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta sorority. She remained active in the OKC Alum Club, earning the Arc with Diamond for her alumnae service, as well as being named Alpha Gamma Delta Woman of the Year.
She was a member of Fifth Church of Christ, Scientist, Oklahoma City, and The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, Massachusetts (The Mother Church). Nancy was an active church member for many years, and drew much inspiration from her study of the Bible and the writings of Mary Baker Eddy.
Nancy retired from Hartford Insurance Company in 1993 after 20 years as a commercial insurance underwriter. She made many friends through her work and as a member of the ABWA. She frequently attended the Hartford Retirees luncheons.
Nancy was an avid reader and history buff, particularly when it came to the history of her family and her state. She was a member of the Oklahoma Historical Society, the First Families of the Twin Territories, and several other organizations. She especially enjoyed her volunteer work as a Docent with the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. She was very active at the Museum, leading tours, manning the Welcome Desk, working at the Chuckwagon event, and her favorite – the Prix de West Art Exhibition.
Nancy was also, a regular volunteer in the copy room at Ralph Downs Elementary School, where her daughter Kay is a teacher.
Nancy loved her family and friends, as well as her “kitties” – Bandit and Dude. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed!
Her family will hold a memorial service and reception to follow on Friday, March 11 at 2:00 p.m in the S.B. “Burk” Burnett Board Room at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, 1700 N.E. 63rd, Oklahoma City. Her friends and family are welcome to attend this celebration of her life. If possible, please wear bright, “happy” colors – in accordance with her wishes.
Susan Cohlmia says
So sorry to hear of your loss. We enjoyed knowing Nancy for over 20 years as a fellow Roberts-Crest neighbor. It was always fun to visit with her at the voting site for our precinct as well as serving with her in the neighborhood association. We will miss her!
Rick castro says
I remember Nancy always smiling and with a hearty laugh. She made life at the hartford fun when you were around her. Tried to help ease her pain when she lost jay on that fateful day. She was one of the few who would dress up when we had a forty niners costume day. goodbye my old friend, redeem your salvation and be a little kid again.
Jeanne Asher says
Nancy and I first met in kindergarten, went thru jr. Hi and hi school together and then joined the same sorority in college. …and were in each other’s wedding. That is what is known as a life long friend. She lived across the street from our grade school and many afternoons were spent in her flower filled back yard. My mom was our camp fire leader. Nancy was Dear and had a wonderful laugh – that I will remember forever most fondly. Rest in peace dear friend!!!
Pat Murray says
I met Nancy at the cowboy museum, she was a fellow docent. What a sweet and cheerful lady who I will remember for her smile and friendly personality. So sorry to hear of her passing, we will miss her dearly.
Matthew & Megan Hodge says
Nancy was our neighbor across the street for the last 15 years. We always enjoyed talking and visiting with her. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed in our neighborhood!
Kaye Jeffries says
Nancy was a very special, classy lady, and I am proud to call her my sorority sister and friend. I drove her to alum events and always enjoyed our long conversations. She was always right on time for everything and was someone you could always depend on to do what she said she would. She will be fondly remembered and deeply missed.
Penni Mashore says
It was a privilege to know Nancy as a fellow docent at the Cowboy Museum. We will all miss her smile. We are sorry for your loss.
Troy Simmonds says
I will always appreciate Nancy’s dedication to church. I had pleasure of serving with her as a fellow member for the last six years. Her support for our mission was unwavering and she will be missed. We are all grateful for her steadfast commitment.
Kay Ruelle says
Nancy was one of the longest standing members of our church and one of its most loyal and dedicated workers. She will be sorely missed. Her youthful, positive outlook on life, her willingness always to help and her kindness to others was inspiring to all who knew her. I joined the church in fairly recent years and so appreciated Nancy’s kindness and her example of unswerving faith. As neighbors, we sometimes shared a ride together to church, which I always looked forward to. Her family is in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Kay Ruelle
Bonnie Fenstad says
While Nancy and I met only twice a year at our birthdays and Christmas, our 30 year friendship was special to us. Applebee’s and IHOP were especially good to us in that we could stay as long as we liked to talk and catch up on what our families were doing. I shall miss her greatly.
Margo Wright says
Just a thought of Nancy makes me smile. I met Nancy at church and for many years have been blessed by her friendship and as a fellow church member. She served in so many ways and was a dedicated member. Nancy was always humble about her contributions and dedication. She was a lively and special person and I’m so grateful I knew her.
Douglas García says
At first I was saddened by the news of Nancy’s passing, but quietly embraced the thought that she is always held in the palm of God’s hand. The loss of her everpresent smile, warm and genuine greeting, as if I was someone special – always made me feel, like I was someone special. It was her pure love, that even now, reminds me to share happiness, like a fond embrace upon returning from a distant shore. Nancy, we love you and we will keep on loving you, till we know your heart still sings ever more.
Laurie Matthews says
I first met Nancy over 25 years ago when I married David. David and Jay were the closest of friends growing up and I know that Nancy was like a second mom. Nancy helped me feel at ease when joining the Matthews family and I appreciated her quit wit, warm smile, and loving embrace. I will always admire her strength and her dedication to church. Nancy is a child of God and those beautiful qualities shine forth continually. There is no vacuum in God’s presence. Love fills all space. “And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.” I John 4:16
Marilyn Johnson says
Nancy was sweet person with zest for life. I always enjoyed seeing her because she always had a smile on her face! I will miss her!!
Marca Lee Murray says
I had been wondering why l had not heard from Nancy. I have known her since junior high. I will miss her.