Nancy Ramsey Mann of Southern Shores, NC passed away at home on May 10, 2019. Nancy was born in Christiansburg VA and was the daughter of the late Harold E. and Julia Ramsey of Radford VA. She grew up in Radford, VA where she learned simple values and high standards that she carried with her throughout her life.
Nancy is survived by her husband of 51 years, Bill, of Southern Shores, NC, a daughter Jessica Daly, husband Joseph, and grandsons Declan and Cormac all of Alameda CA; a son Stephen, wife Dona and grandsons Ramsey and Oliver of Albany CA.
Nancy was a positive, lively person, a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother, full of love and caring. She graduated from Old Dominion University with a degree in Early Childhood Education. She retired from teaching after nearly thirty years. She was dedicated to improving the lives of children with developmental needs. She was selected the Teacher of the Year for her committed work at Western Branch Primary school. She loved traveling, reading and playing with her grandsons. Whether it was snow sledding or hide-and-seek, she was always active and fun-loving with them even very late in her life. Her smiling face, delightful personality, and loving spirit will be missed by the many that she has touched in her full life.
In lieu of flowers it is requested that donations in her name be made to the Beach Food Pantry of the Outer Banks. https://beachfoodpantry.org/
A private celebration of her life is planned for a date to be determined. Condolences to the family may be expressed via the online register at www.gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.