
GALLAGHER, Nancy Carolyn - 62 years. “Life is a journey, not a destination.“ That was Nancy's favourite saying. Nancy died Tuesday February 12 2013 after a very short but very determined battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her family and friends while resting peacefully at home. Nancy was a loving, caring, funny, supportive Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister and Grandmother. She will be sadly missed by her husband of 39 years Jack. When she was diagnosed with cancer the first thing she said was “I won't be able to celebrate our 40th anniversary.“ It would have been June 2, 2013. While raising her three children Scott, Stephanie and Carrie Ann (husband Glen) she was very proud of the fact that she was able to be a stay-at-home Mom. She will be greatly missed by her brother Dr. Ronald Scott (Wife Pauline) and her sister Catherine Scott (Husband Glenn) and her precious grandchildren Ashtyn Patrick Gallagher, Madison Paige Marshall and Iona Grace Franklin. A very caring and well respected social worker with the Children's Aid Society and later the City of Sudbury. Nancy unfortunately had to leave her beloved career early, due to illness. The family would like to thank Dr. Ray Sawkiw, her family doctor for always being there for her. Dr. Kim Tilbe and Dr. Fredrick Wright for helping her deal with her Crohns disease and finally all the professionals at the North East Cancer Centre, CCAC and Bayshore for allowing us to keep Nancy at home with us during her journey. A special big thank you to Gabby her nurse who was always there for both Nancy and her Family. At Nancy's request there will be no service or visitation. She will be cremated and true to her request we will sprinkle her ashes at each of her special places, Manitoulin Island, McFarlane Lake and Lake Muskoka. She will be interred at the Burpee Mills cemetery on Manitoulin Island, where she will join Uncle Brian and assist him in watching over our family and the beach. A celebration of Nancy's life will be held at a future date. Donations to the Crohns and Colitis Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the LOUGHEED FUNERAL HOME. To light a memorial candle, flowers, donations or messages of condolences available on-line at
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Thinking of you, Jack
Posted by Ian Pinaud (Friend of Jack) On Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Please accept Bev's and my sincere condolences for your loss of Nancy. Although we did not have the good fortune to know her well,we remember her as a truly lovely person.I will always remember how both you and Nancy were there for me when Merton passed.
condolences
Posted by Brenda Rantala-Sykes (friend) On Saturday, February 16, 2013
So sorry to read about the loss of your wife Nancy. So young. Big hug.
Deepest condolences
Posted by Patrick Emond (friend of Scott) On Friday, February 15, 2013
I heard the sad news from my mother. I'm very sorry for your loss.
sorry for your loss
Posted by ira & norma barber (friend) On Friday, February 15, 2013
jack i just heard that nancy passed. ira and i send our deepest sympathies for your loss.
Thoughts and Prayers
Posted by anna alfirenko (family friend) On Thursday, February 14, 2013
Love, thoughts and condolences to the family and extended family. A beautiful lady who touched many lives with her wisdom, knowledge and affection. Her presence may not be visable but it will be felt through all. Prayers and blessings from Anna,Aaron, Michael and bradley.
Thinking of All of you.....
Posted by Melissa Honess (Friend of Family) On Thursday, February 14, 2013
My deepest sympathy to all the Gallagher family as I know everyone will miss Nancy deeply including myself but most of all everyone has the greatest memories with her! She was one of the strongest people I knew and most of all she loved her family and friends.
Melissa and Family
Sorry for your loss
Posted by Bobbie Wallin (friend of Carrie Ann) On Thursday, February 14, 2013
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Deepest condolensces
Posted by George Gallagher (nephew) On Thursday, February 14, 2013
Our deepest condolences to Uncle Jack and family...stay strong and in our prayers
condolences
Posted by Sharon Gallagher (cousin) On Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Jack and family,I was saddened to hear of Nancy's passing.Nancy was wonderful to my daughter and I when we returned home,very caring to our needs.She was a very special woman,always there for family and friends.Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Sharon and daughters
Deepest Condolences
Posted by Peter Kecskes (Friend) On Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Jack & Family
Sorry to hear on the passing of Nancy,she will be missed. Nancy was a kind & loving person who always took the time to make sure everyone was alright.
My deepest sympathy.
condolences
Posted by Dennis Mangan (client of Jack's) On Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family on the loss of Nancy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dennis and Joyce
Deepest Condolences
Posted by John Sylvestri (Friend of Jack's) On Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Jack and Family, My Deepest Condolences on the passing of your wife, mother, grandmother and sister Nancy.My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. God Bless You Jack.
Sorry For Your Loss
Posted by Linda Caruso (Former Client) On Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Jack: I am so sorry for your loss. Mom and I are thinking of you at this time. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Linda Caruso and Nellie Allen
Thoughts
Posted by Lorraine & Pat Geraghty (Sister & brother-in-law) On Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Our Deepest Sympathies
Posted by Chris & Patti Bartolucci (Friend) On Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Jack, we were deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your beloved wife. She will always be smiling down on you and your family. We will remember Nancy, You and the kids in our prayers.
Chris and Patti
Condolences
Posted by Ken Makela ((client of Jack's)) On Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Jack, We're so sorry for your loss.
Ken and Karyn
Our sympathy
Posted by Shirley and Roy Erkila (friend) On Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Jack and family: we are so sorry to read of Nancy's passing. Our sincere sympathy and prayers go out for you at this difficult and sad time.
Memories will keep you close.
Condolence
Posted by George Prevost (A friend of the family) On Wednesday, February 13, 2013
We wish to express our deepest condolence to the
Gallagjer family.
Our condolences
Posted by Frank & Maureen Horan (Friends) On Wednesday, February 13, 2013
To Jack, Scott, Stephanie, and Carrie Ann, we were saddened to hear about Nancy,s passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Condolances
Posted by Alex & Pirkko McCauley (friend) On Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Jack, Scott, Stephanie & Carrie please accept our heartfelt condolances regarding Nancy's passing. She was a fun loving lady. Nancy fought the good fight before succumbing to her awful illness. Wish we could be there to give you a hug. You are all in our thoughts. I'm betting her and Brian are having a glass of wine as we speak. Take care. Alex and Pirkko