Nancy Kingsley
November 28, 1935 - April 02, 2017
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Nancy Kingsley
November 28, 1935 - April 02, 2017
Obituary
Kingsley, Nancy Fitzgibbon
Age 81 of Laguna Woods, CA, formerly of Elmira, NY, passed away at home on April 2nd, 2017 after an extended illness. She was surrounded by family and friends.
Nancy was born in Dubuque, IA on Nov. 28th, 1935, one of thirteen children.
She was predeceased by her late husband Ronald Kingsley in 2006, and her beloved grandson Eric A. Kraft in 2005. She is survived by her daughters Cindy Kraft (Cary) and Patricia Thompson (John), grandchildren Andrew Ruth, Adam Ruth (Amanda), Katie Thompson, and Kim Kraft, and great-grandson Henrik Ruth.
In her many years in Elmira, NY Nancy worked as a bookkeeper and executive secretary for various local radiostations, as well as Turner Refrigeration. In their leisure time Ron & Nancy spent summer weekends at Paradise Park, playing cards with each other, and spending time amongst family & friends, later retiring to Laguna Woods where they enjoyed many great activities and hosting fun family gatherings.
The family would like to extend their utmost thanks and gratitude to Nancy’s nurse/caregiver, and friend Ms. Olivia Larios for the love, care, and compassion during her time spent with Nancy.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 27th at 4:00pm at Laguna Woods Village, Clubhouse Two
24112 Moulton Pkwy
(Gate 12)
Laguna Woods, CA 92637
All friends and relatives of Nancy are welcomed to attend.
15 responses to Nancy Kingsley
Coni Burrison says:
April 7, 2017
Nancy always made a difference in our lives! She was a light that shined whenever we were around her. Our love for her will never die. Thank you Cindy for all the wonderful memories.
Linda Akins says:
April 7, 2017
I’ll always remember meeting Nancy in the fitness center. We both loved to exercise in the afternoon. We had so many great conversations and laughed a lot, most at ourselves in our exercise routine. She invited me to play Bunco at the community center every month, but she always said, I don’t go to win, I go for the social part of it. Everyone loved the beautiful Nancy and she will always be remembered by her many friends. I have a wonderful last memory of her. I visited her in the hospital last month and although very sick,she looked up and gave me the sweetest smile. I can’t even picture her without that smile on her face. Rest in peace, Nancy, until we meet again.
Sharon Mashanic says:
April 7, 2017
I always enjoyed being around Nancy and her family in Elmira as well as at Laguna Woods and Laguna Beach. She always made you feel special. Nancy was a super card player who was difficult to beat. She will be missed,but wonderful memories will always be there to share. Sharon Mashanic
Kathy and Michael says:
April 8, 2017
I met Nancy while she was in the hospital in Phoenix. Even though she was struggling with her condition, from her stroke, she had this wonderful smile and we listened to music and danced and laughed a little. What a wonderful lady ! Thinking about you and your family Cindy. Sending love.
Tami Hurley says:
April 8, 2017
There are few people I can think of, that every time I think of them, I smile. I smile because Nancy always found a way to smile, to laugh, even in the most difficult times. I am so grateful to have been in the shadow of that smile through the years. May her eternal smile help comfort all those who loved her so long and so well.