Nancy Wallace Simcox passed gently into the arms of the Lord and eternal life on September 26, 2010 in Sedro-Woolley, Washington, surrounded by her loving family. Nancy was born on February 13, 1920 in Trade, TN to Ida and Joe Wallace who preceded her in death. One of eleven children, Nancy was raised on a farm and learned at an early age the meaning of hard work.
Nancy was married to Dana Harmon Simcox on November 25, 1939 and, later they moved to Detroit, Michigan where they raised their family. She worked as a telephone operator for Michigan Bell and Southern Bell Telephone Companies and retired to the Bristol, VA/TN area after 23 years of dedicated service. Nancy was a devoted, loving, wife and caregiver to Dana until his passing in 1994. In 2006, she joined her siblings in Washington State where she happily lived her remaining days.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Dana, son Alger, grandson Allen; sisters Marie Reese, Ruby Cuellar and Ella Gay Wilson; brothers Charles, George, Denver, Everett and Kermit Wallace. She is survived by her sons Harmon (Helen) of Bristol, TN and Jerry (Sandee) of Phoenix, AZ; Sister Mamie Greer of Sedro-Woolley, WA; Brother Joseph Wallace, Jr. of California; 7 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Nancy had a particularly strong affection for her 3 nieces in Washington State, Shirley Starkovich, Karen Wilson and Susie Wilson who were always there for Nancy and her sisters when needed.
Nancy was a wonderful role model for every life she touched. She was wise, caring, giving and most of all loving. A fabulous cook, her homemade dinner roles and coconut cake are legendary. She will be greatly missed and never, ever forgotten.
The Family would like to thank the Doctors and Staff at United General Hospital in Sedro-Woolley for their gentle care of Nancy during her brief illness and Bellevue Hospice for their caring and support during Nancy’s final days.
There will be a private memorial for family in Sedro-Woolley. A celebration of Nancy’s life will take place at The Bethel View Baptist Church in Blountville, TN on October 16, 2010 at 11:00 AM, to be followed by a graveside service and final rest at Mountain View Cemetery in Bristol, VA. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of the Northwest 819 S. 13th Mount Vernon, WA 98273.
Arrangements and Cremation under the care of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley.
Nancy Simcock was my neighbor and friend she came to live with her sister (ella wison) and they both were the salt of the earth, they were old school they beleaveed you treat people with love and respect and you’ll get that back, i miss you both, love John and Susan Allison
P.S. thank you girls for being there for us
GOD BLESS
I am the neice of Nancy Simcox. Our family was blessed to have this angel
in our lives. Nancy was a spirital and God loving comfort to the family, when our beloved late mother (Ella Wilson) was going through her battle with cancer. Although we dearly miss her physical presence on this earth, we know she walks with Jesus.
Our love and prayer are with you forever, Jerry, Sandee, Harmon, Helen.
and all loved ones, whom Nancy’s life touched.
Pure love has no conditions or boundaries, love does not restrain itself or hold back.
Love gives all the time and does not ask for anything in return.
Love is a continuous flow without limits and all of this is inside of you.
In memory of our beloved Aunt Nancy.
Rest in peace Angel
Love & Prayers
Susan Wilson
Jena & Jade King
I am a niece by marriage, she was married to my uncle Dana Simcox. To me and my family; Nancy was a beautiful, loving, sweet, towards every one she met. You name it she was a special person. I always loved taking my Mom ( Ethel Tallman ) to visit with her. She is tops in my book. Thank you for letting me submit a comment. my love goes out to Jerry (Sandee)& his family. Harmon(Helen) & his family. Nancy’s brothers, sister’s and her grand children, great, & great-great all her nieces’s,nephews, cousins etc. God Bless all Love from Nancy Fleenor and family
My dad, Herman Simcox, spoke of this family frequently. Alger was a good friend of mine.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Billie Warden
Blountville, TN
Nancy was a wonderful grandmother and great grandmother. She lived a full life and brought joy to many. She will be greatly missed by everyone.
I was very sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. She was such a sweet person. She and Dana were good friends with my Mother and Father, Earnest and Charmie Graybeal. Nancy always had a smile on her face and was very thoughtful of others. I am sure she will be greatly missed.
Mary Lynn Baer
Bristol,TN.