I miss you so much today Mommy, as if you just left us. You would be so proud of my progress and health and relationship. You would love him so much. He's just as goofy as you. Toasting you for your birthday Mom. And sending endless love.

5 years and I still miss you every single day dear Nancy! What a beautiful spirit you are! Sending love and joy to you always my first friend, my first sister...I knew you and loved you longer than anyone else except Mom and Dad you know!

I miss our times together! I will always remember us. Happy Birthday my dearest friend.

Hard to believe it's been 3 years. You were a great inspiration to me, and I hope you're proud of how far I've come this year. Happy Thanksgiving, and Merry Christmas Omma. I'll always miss you.

It has been three years since you have been gone. We all miss you terribly, Sweet Nancy

Nancy and I were alto clarinet partners in the Robert E Lee High School Concert Band in the 1969-1970 school year. I'll always remember her fondly. I missed her a lot after she graduated and I was the only alto clarinet player in the band for the next 2 years.  She was a beautiful and sweet girl with great compassion and understanding. I cannot believe she is gone from this world.  She was way too young. Rest in peace sweet Nancy. Susan Farago Hackett

You’re on my mind all the time my dearest sister! I miss you madly! I greedily want just a few more things...like to hear your voice, grab a hug, hear you laugh, and seriously, I miss your gentle reassurances when life seems challenging! I’m also a little jealous that you might be flying high up there with mom, dad, Bob, along with the rest of our family. We are all getting by...and we all still carry you and the others in the holes of our hearts...the precious spaces opened by departures...I love you all the time and always and continue to feel so very blessed you were my sister!

Well sis, I survived the beginning of our birth month, again...without you! It, well, darn it, it makes me SO sad. I thought of you all day and in my heart sung happy birthday to you. I chillaxed in your honor, Wore purple, thought of happy memories yet nothing seems to replace the dull ache I carry every day for you. I was so blessed to have you all these years but gosh darn it I wanted more! I will see you again when my days on earth are through....until then I will loveyou everyday and call on you for advice, courage and love as I need it. I love you, always and ever! Btw, thanks for the pears! Im not sure exactly how you made that happen with the late frost and all but I will eat the surviving ones with you! Kisses and a huge hug!

Nancy you are a truly kind soul. Your physical presence will be sorely missed by all of us who had the special pleasure of knowing you. You have touched our lives with your selfless love and generosity.
Until we meet again, I will remember your infectious smile and laughter with fondness. Love, Your Cousin Shawn

“ A TRIBUTE TO THE WELL LIVED LIFE OF NANCY MCGINTY DODD”

Nancy was honestly one in a million, her talents were truly endless. I could speak volumes about the goodness of my sweet niece Nancy.

Her deceased mother, Dolores, was my sister, who by the way, was a saint on this planet, and the person I most idolized. When Nancy was born, honestly, that little acorn didn't fall far from the tree. Even when Nancy was a toddler it was very clear that she inherited her mother’s personality; including her patience, kindness, sweetness, and most importantly, her tender, kind, giving heart. Nancy was very creative and artistic. I recall back in 1974 Bill and Nancy were planning their wedding. During that time, I was about 5 months pregnant with my second son Kevin and had a mini stroke while my husband Joe, was away on a business trip. Although our bride-to-be, Nancy, was swamped with wedding preparations, she insisted on coming to stay with me while I recovered. Nancy brought all the materials required to make adorable little rice bags for her wedding. The two of us had more fun and laughs as we had a little assembly line production to create her gorgeous project. I enjoyed and appreciated our one-on-one time together and was so grateful for her kind thoughtfulness during the busiest time of a brides life.

Boy, was she a beautiful bride! What a handsome couple Bill & Nancy were. It was a match made in heaven, and through the years their love only grew stronger. Their married life together was a constant mutual admiration society. They had a rare and enviable marriage, the real deal. Theirs was a true “ Love Affair to Remember. ” Bill and Nancy were both raised in similar households, each with 8 family members. I know It was always a lively, fun time at the McGinty household. I cherish all the good times, the wonderful memories, and laughs shared. We always had a ball at our annual Heidenreich Reunions. Speaking of the reunion, it also brings to mind the absolute most cherished gift Nancy ever gave me. It was a true labor of love, she sent my family our Heidenreich genealogy book. It's magnificent. The patience, diligence, expense, and years of research that Nancy lovingly devoted to the entire project is mind blowing. Her gift is truly priceless and can now be handed down for future generations to enjoy and appreciate. God has already blessed her precious soul. Nancy had the patience and heart of Job. How do you reciprocate for a gift of this magnitude? I always planned on doing something very special for Nancy. I’m ashamed that I never got around to it in a timely manner. It's now by biggest regret. The lesson learned here is; never put off what you can do today. I procrastinated, but God didn't. He was quick to take his beloved Nancy from her pain and suffering and we're grateful she's no longer in pain. However, I'm heartbroken she is no longer here physically but I'm certain her beautiful spirit IS always with us.

The legacy Nancy leaves on this planet is unparalleled. Besides Bill, her heartbroken husband and soulmate; Nancy also leaves three beautiful and extremely talented children; sons Aaron and Devon, daughter Crystal who is a Nancy clone, and her adorable grandson Sage. Nancy’s extraordinary works of art are remembrances that we will cherish and which endure forever. Until we are worthy to reunite with Heaven’s newest angel; Nancy, I'll be loving you always, Aunt Elaine.

My dear sweet Nancy. On this memorial day let me say how wonderfully great of a sister you have been. So much love emanates from me to you... all memories we share, the love of family we can only know and my dearest sister of our lives together... so wish we had more time - necessary time- for more love, happiness, family and forever love. I can"t believe this is our sweet earth goodbye. You will forever live in my world - greatest sister spirit, I am so sad. And, thank you for teaching me how to shave my legs! Always tight and warm hugs forever!

Oh my friend I will miss you so. I have had you as my friend my whole life. I can not imagine it without you. As others have said you always had a smile for everyone. Your positive outlook made others feel better just being around you.

My dearest Nancy. From the day we met, almost 20 years ago, I knew that I had met my best friend, my sister. Spring street holds a lot of memories for me, all the times we shared there. You were my confidant and I shall never forget that. In our times of drama you were always there for me and saw me through the toughest and roughest times. I couldn't wait for our visits together. I am saddened by the fact that our time together was so short. I thank God that I was able to hold you, kiss you, and offer some comfort to you during your stay at the hospital. I'm sad that I wasn't able to be there with you when God called you home. My dearest Nancy, you were and still are the light that guides me. Your flame will never go out. I miss and love you with all my heart. I will see you again. Save a place for me.

We were so young and then we were older, and older, and older, and ..., but not old enough...together! You are such a beautiful, talented, loving girl - and quite the master of Queenship! Come to think of it...you never would reveal the strategies that made you the Queen...rats! Guess I'll never be able to hold a candle to you in that or in so many other areas! I knew you longer than anyone other than Mom and Dad. I just have no words to describe this last part of your journey, my Irish twin, or the missing now in my life - though not in my heart...ever. Thank you for the gift you are to all of us dear Nancy. We are forever sisters...

My sweet aunt nancy, I will miss u dearly and I will be missed by lots. You were so fun to be around all the time. I miss seeing ur face and hearing ur sweet voice. Keep an eye on Nina pop pop and Bob my daddy miss every single one of yall. U all are always in my heart and my memories . love ya aunt nancy

Nancy dodd was a true good friendly lovable funny person I ever known. I new the dodd family since high school that's when i.first met crystal and Devon and met bill and nancy. I love them dearly and I will never forget the way they treated me. They treated me like i.was there own. They was there for me when i.lost my grandma and grandpa in the same month. They showed me there love and support. I just wanna say thank you nancy for being that special friend and getting to know you all the years. I will always and forever remember how a wonderful person u was. Much luv.

My dear, sweet sister oh how I miss you! Never a moment away in our hearts! Today is Daddy's birthday, we usually would talk and miss him together, today, however I miss you both fiercely. One day sweet sister I'll hear your laugh and hold your hand again. I love you forever! I miss you every moment and will carry you in my heart always! Love, Love, LOVE you!