“ 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.