of Marshall, AR
October 27, 1943 - February 3, 2024
Nancy Ann Waitley, age 80, of Marshall, Arkansas passed from this earthly life on Saturday, February 3rd, 2024 at Warrenton Manor in Wright City, Missouri. She was born in Alco, Arkansas on October 27th, 1943 to William Clifton Branscum and Myrtis Irene Morrison.
Nancy was a devout Christian and served her Lord and Savior her entire life. She began her working career as an exceptionally talented pattern maker for a little girls clothing company called Toddling Time. She continued her career at Flintrock Shirt Factory in Marshall where she worked as a utility operator. She and her husband, Bill later moved to Jamaica where she worked as a trainer for Flintrock. She enjoyed her time in Jamaica and liked to tell stories of her time spent there. In later years she worked at the Searcy County Library. Nancy relished her role as a mother and in 1985 she met the love of her life, Bill Waitley and the marriage gained her two stepchildren, Lisa Johnson and Roger Waitley. Roger passed away in 1996. The most cherished role for Nancy was being grandmother to grandson, Sam. Spending time with Sam brought her so much joy. They loved sharing many activities, but especially cooking chicken and dumplings and turkey bone soup. Nancy's quiet presence and strong spirit will be greatly missed.
Survivors include her daughter, Rebecca Ann Watts and husband, Gary of Marthasville, MO; her beloved grandson, Sam Watts; siblings, Loretta Fariss (Kenneth), Janice Dollar, Roger Branscum, Betty Branscum and Kathy Parks (Larry) and a host of extended family and friends who will also mourn her passing.
Nancy is preceded in death by her parents, William and Myrtis Branscum; her husband, Bill Waitley who passed away in 2013 and siblings, Wilma Broad, JR Branscum, Judy Branscum and Linda Branscum.
Funeral services for Nancy will be 2:00 PM Thursday, February 8th, 2024 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas. Visitation will be 1:00 till 2:00 PM preceding the service. Burial will follow in Marshall Memorial Gardens where Nancy will be laid to rest beside her husband, Bill. Friends and family will serve as bearers.
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18 Condolence(s)
Nathan and Bridget (Horton) Treadwell
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
We're so sorry for your loss. We'll keep you in our prayers.
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Monday, February 12, 2024
We are very sorry for your loss. Nancy was always a fine lady
nancy jones
Monday, February 12, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Nancy always had a smile and a kind word. You are all in my prayers
Carolyn
Thursday, February 8, 2024
So sorry to hear of your loss. She was such a sweet person. Prayers for the family
Pat Halsted
Thursday, February 8, 2024
Prayers of peace and comfort for your entire family.
Carol Cartwright
Thursday, February 8, 2024
So sorry for your loss.
Barbara Smith
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Nancy for many years at Flintrock. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. My thoughts and prayers are with each one of you.
LexieFord
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
So sorry to hear about nancy may the Lord comfort your hearts as only he can
Bruce Stewart
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
So saddened to learn of Nancy’s passing. She was always so kind and respectful. I enjoyed being in church with her and Bill. Prayers for her family and friends.
Pam & Eddie Cannada
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of this sweet person. Prayers for the family.
Edna Mae Wellm
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Please accept my condolences and prayers. Always enjoyed visiting with Nancy and Bill.
N. Jo Hall Humppi
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
I was friends with Nancy in the 1960's when she was married to Roger Ward. Roger was a relative.
i thought Nancy was the best thing that ever happened to Roger. Still do.
looking forward to seeing Nancy ....and all my other family .... N. Jo Hall Humppi
hello to her daughter....your Mom was special....
Mardena Talburt
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Dearest Becky and family. My heartfelt condolences of your mother's passing. I know she was a good Christian, and she is now in the arms of our Lord and she is healed.
Edna Jean Treat
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
So sorry to hear this. My thoughts and condolences go to the family. Nancy was such a sweet lady.
Betty and Ray Barnes
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
So sorry to hear of Nancy passing, I have known her for many years. I worked at the shirt factory when she did, and later Ray worked with Bill in the water department. They were both great people. We were blessed to have known them and called them our friends. Prayers for the family. May God give you comfort and peace.
Anna Horton
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
I was so sorry to learn of Nancy passing She and I worked together at the Library. She was always smiling and a good friend. She will be missed by all I cherish the good times we shared. God bless the family.
Nina Baysinger
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
So very sorry for your loss
James and Jeri White
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Our deepest sympathy