"In memory of my sister-in-law and friend. I'll think of Nancy and remember our good times together as I sit and gaze at Ten Mile Lake tomorrow. "
In loving memory of
Nancy Getz Adams
December 30, 1933 - July 31, 2010
Nancy Getz Adams age 76, an Ames resident died Sat. July 31st, 2010, at Northcrest Health Care Center surrounded by her family. Visitation and gathering of friends and family will be Tuesday, Aug. 3rd 3:00 -- 7:00 PM with the family present 5:00 -- 7:00 PM at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, Ames. Funeral service celebration of her life will be Wednesday, Aug. 4th at 1:30 PM at the United Church of Christ-Congregational. Burial will take place at Ames Municipal Cemetery.
Nancy was born Dec. 30, 1933, in Des Moines, Iowa the daughter of Dr. Austin and Loya (Durrell) Getz. As an Army Officer's daughter she lived in Virginia, Texas, Philippine Islands, Iowa, Michigan and Wisconsin. She graduated from Ames High in 1951, attended William Woods College Fulton, MO, transferred to Iowa State University and graduated in 1955 with a BS degree. She married Bruce Adams on Sept 10, 1955 at the United Church of Christ -- Congregational in Ames. He preceded her in death in 2005. She then married Roger Deal on June 6, 2009 at Northcrest in Ames. She was a life guard instructor at Carr's Pool, YWCA youth advisor in Neenah, WI; after her children were in school she worked at B.J.'S Formal Wear, Van Voorhis Heating and Cooling and was a receptionist for ISU Foundation and Alumni Association for ten years before she retired. Nancy enjoyed her children's and grandchildren's school activities, ISU Athletics, theater, music, swimming, gardening, crocheting, traveling, and Ten Mile Lake in Minnesota.
She belonged to United Church of Christ -- Congregational, Ames Chapter HO of PEO, Gamma Phi Beta Alumni, ISU Alumni Association and National Cyclone Club.
Nancy is survived by her Husband Roger Deal of Ames, three children and seven grandchildren: Son, Jay (Linda) Adams, Jay, Sam, and Clint of Huxley; daughter- in-law, Loretta Adams, Lindsey and Dylan Adams of Ames; daughter, Sarah Adams, Lauren and Angus, of St. Croix Falls, WI; and daughter Marna (Gary) Lenz of Bloomington, MN; step daughter, and two step grandsons, Melissa (Mike) Weber of Spencer, Brandon Weber (Lindsay) of Ankeny, and Eric Weber of Spencer; sister Margaret Vance of Ames; brother, Peter (Louise) Getz of East Moline, IL; brother-in-law Jack (Barb) Adams of Ames, sister-in-law Marna (Bill) Stevens of New Hope, MN; brother-in-law, Richard (Bernadette) Deal; sister-in-law Janet (Jim) Gluck; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Bruce Adams and a son Stan Adams in 2008.
In Lieu of Flowers: Memorials may be directed to: Gamma Phi Beta 318 Pearson, Ames, IA; Ten Mile Lake Association, P.O. Box 412 Hackensack, MN; or Northcrest Foundation 1801 20th Street Ames, Iowa.
Online condolences may be sent to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family.
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"So sorry to hear about Nancy's passing - my thoughts and prayers are with the family."
"For Marna & Gary: love, support, Prayers & strength! Love, Aunt Paula & Uncle Vince"
"Marna & Gary, We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories be so much greater than the pain of your loss. Marna & Gary, may you treasure ALL those special times you had together with your Mom/mother-in-law: trips, times with she & her dog at her side, and the other times of love & mutual support. Our prayers are with you during this time. School has started, so we won't be all to physically be with you, but spiritually you will be in our thoughts & prayers. Love, Paula & Vince Lenz"
"I will miss Nancy. I had the privilege o waiting on Nancy and Roger as they courted and went on their trips. When they do not show up at the mandarin on Fridays, I always wondered what they were up to. Sometimes they would let me know if they're not coming or not. I loved hearing about her elephant rides and I remembered the bus trip they took with Iowa state. They weren't really fond of the same sack lunch every day! One day, they showed up at the mandarin with a wedding present for me which was very special. I am glad I met Nancy. She had a lot of faith on God. She loved her family and she was very strong when we chatted in the nursing unit. I hope she meets Lashun in heaven. "
"I only met Nancy a couple of times but what a sweet lady and dear wife she was to Roger this past year. Our hearts go out to the family and especially Roger who was an exceptional husband and loving partner to Nancy...I know she will be greatly missed! "
"Nancy loved life and even sized a 7 footer for a tux."
"I worked with Nancy at the ISU Foundation - she was always a ray of sunshine in the office. I enjoyed hearing about her vacations at the lake and her family. There was always something fun going on with her, at home and at work. I remember her fondly."
"Nancy was a very special person and I am very grateful she was part of my life and a very caring and giving sister in P.E.O. Her memory will live on in many ways. "
"I had the pleasure of having Nancy as my step mother for the last year. I couldn't have picked a better one. She made my dad so happy and brought such joy to our lives. I want to thank her kids for sharing her with me. And I want Nancy to know that she was so loved by us. "
"To my little sis with whom I shared my life longer than anyone else...oh the memories!"
"My thoughts and prayers are with roger and all of Nancy's family. Nancy family especially her children and grandchildren were dearly loved. Nancy faced her coming death with great strength, courage and peace confident that the God who sustained her in this life wouuld sustain her in God's love forever."