Contributions to the tribute of Nancy Irene Ward

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Jan Funk posted a condolence

Saturday, December 9, 2023

Nancy was a year ahead of me at College High in Bowling Green, but we had some interests and activities in common and shared a number of experiences as a result. She was so much fun; always kind and cheerful, smart but humble. It was a blessing to know her and I remember her with gratitude and a smile.

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Jan Funk posted a condolence

Thursday, December 7, 2023

Nancy was a year ahead of me at College High in Bowling Green. I waved her off to Lexington in 1968 after we had shared a few years of great fun. There were parties and plays and music--her cello was taller than she was! Nancy was a girl of many interests and a character that foreshadowed a life of accomplishment and contribution. She was consistently kind and cheerful. She was smart and humble and always a welcome companion. I'll remember her with fondness and a deep appreciation for having the great good fortune of knowing such a special person. Jan Funk

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Deb Waggoner posted a condolence

Monday, December 4, 2023

In the late 1980s, on a very cool fall morning, Nancy and I pulled my boat to Woodcreek Lake in Laurel County. As usual, we were filled with hope and excitement that this was the day we would catch some great fish. After several hours with not a fish to show for it, I backed the trailer down the ramp to load the boat and head back to Lexington. The water was cold so se were doing everything we could to avoid get into it. In that effort, before I hooked the boat to the wench, Nancy let go of the rope and the boat was now floating fee form out in the lake. After several expletive words, we both looked at each other and started laughing like crazy people. Then reality set in and we realized one of us must swim out and bring it back....BURRR! But fisher people stick together and two very nice men saw our predicament. They towed my baby back and saved us from rock, paper, scissors and the cold water. We laughed all the way home! Loved that girl! You will be missed and thanks for the memories, Nancy Irene!! Deb Waggoner

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Deb Waggoner posted a condolence

Sunday, December 3, 2023

Biby...I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sending a million HUGS. I posted a memory for the book. Hope you get a laugh from it. Deb Waggoner

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Deb Waggoner posted a condolence

Sunday, December 3, 2023

In the late 1980s, on a very cool fall morning, Nancy and I pulled my boat to Woodcreek Lake in Laurel County. As usual, we were filled with hope and excitement that this was the day we would catch some great fish. After several hours with not a fish to show for it, I backed the trailer down the ramp to load the boat and head back to Lexington. The water was cold so we were doing everything we could to avoid getting into it. In that effort, before I hooked the boat to the wench, Nancy let go of the rope and the boat was now floating free form out in the lake. After several expletive words, we both looked at each other and started laughing like crazy people. Reality set in and we realized one of us must swim out and bring it back...BURRRR!! But Fisher People stick together and two nice men on the lake saw our predicament. They towed my baby back and saved us from rock, paper, scissors and the cold water. We laughed all the way home! Loved that girl!! You will be missed and thanks for the memories, Nancy Irene!! Deb Waggoner

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Virginia Denny posted a condolence

Friday, December 1, 2023

Nancy was a force for good in Kentucky state government and I was proud to serve with her during the Empower Kentucky years. Her humor and intelligence made it fun and I learned a lot from her. My condolences to her family and especially to you, Biby—Nancy was so generous to introduce us and I learned more from you in our short time together than you know. I wish you all peace.

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Rosa & Armando Flores posted a condolence

Thursday, November 30, 2023

Biby and Nancy were our good neighbors for over 20 years. We can’t remember a day when they were not. Our saying was “see you around the back fence”! Biby, we miss you both. We will always keep fond memories of our Nancy in our hearts. Remember the laughter, the shared backyard dinners, the excitement of upcoming weddings, the successful stories of her adventures in her businesses. Nancy was a doer in every aspect of the word. Nancy lived a very full life and we were very fortunate to have shared it with the both of you. Take care, our dear friend until we are all united in God’s backyard fence eternally. Rosa & Armando Flores

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Matt Tischler planted a tree in memory of Nancy Ward

Thursday, November 30, 2023

Biby, Im so sorry for your loss. I love you. Matt Tischler

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The family of Nancy Irene Ward uploaded a photo

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Nancy Irene Ward

1950 - 2023

In Loving Memory

Nancy Ward

1950 - 2023

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