Nancy Jean Winchell's Obituary
Nancy Jean Winchell, 74, of Albemarle passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at
Atrium Health Stanly. Funeral Services will be held at 1PM on Wednesday, January 8, 2025
at the Stanly Funeral Home Chapel, officiated by Pastor Ron Loflin. Burial will follow at
Stanly Gardens of Memory. The family will receive friends from 11 AM until 12:30 PM on
Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle.
Nancy was born January 19, 1950, in Nassau County, New York to the late Charles and
Sophia Vanderlofske. She is lovingly survived by her children, Deborah Carson (Don) of
Harrisburg, PA, George Winchell (Tammy) of Mooresville, Nathan Winchell of Albemarle,
Olivia Winchell of Albemarle, and Sophia Costner (Randy) of Charlotte. Those also left to
cherish her memory are grandchildren George Aiden (Jennifer), Tyler Talazs, Jacob
Winchell, Megan Winchell, Ethan Winchell, Lawson Costner, Molly Costner, Courtney Faile
(Aaron) Sarah Carson, and Holly Carson. Great-grandchildren Aiden, Liam, and Asher and
siblings, sister Barbara O’Nuallain, and brothers Peter and Paul Vanderlofske.
Nancy was an amazing mom, grandmother, and great grandmother. Known for her
beautifully radiant smile, openness, and positivity, which all brought out the best in
everyone she met. We will all remember her for her genuine unselfishness. Nancy was not
only a fighter but also a true survivor overcoming many difficult circumstances throughout
her life. She had a love for horses and all kinds of music. She was happiest spending time
tending to her flowers, beachside, and with her adored cat, Norman.
Nancy’s strong spirituality in the Baha’i faith leaves us all at peace knowing she is with
God. As deeply as she has touched our hearts, she will be impossible to forget.
The family would like to thank the Staff of Bayada and of Cabarrus Hospice, especially Jen,
for all the care provided.
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle is serving the Winchell family.
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