Nellie Jean Stancombe

Nellie Jean (nee Altop) (Wier) Stancombe, 86, a lifelong resident of Bloomington, IN died Tuesday night, December 15, 2015, at the I.U. Health Hospice House. She was born January 21, 1929, in Bloomington to Anise Nye Altop and Gertie Marie (Petit) Altop. She was retired from Indiana University Campus Food Department.

Survivors include her daughter, Catherine Wier of Mishawaka, IN; son, Donald Wier and his wife Celia of Mooresville; one grandson, Jared Wier of Mooresville; special friend, Mose Austin of Bedford; four sisters, Mildred Hatley, Nancy Musgrave, Alma Beers, and Patty Scott; one brother, Billy Altop; and numerous nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, and one sister-in-law. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Billie R. Stancombe; son, Ronald Wier; seven sisters, Rachel Mitchner, Helen Langley, Mable Frye, Lucille Pedro, Betty Jean Altop, Cora Richardson, and Dorothy Lucas; and three brothers, Donald Altop, Edward Altop, and Bobby Altop.

Nellie had worked at the Poplar Hotel where she was head of housekeeping. She left that job to work for Indiana University, where she spent 23 years in the Campus Food Department. She earned recognition for years of faithful and loyal service. On her retirement, a party was hosted by the Campus Food Department and was attended by several co-workers, friends, and family.

Nellie was very active in the American Legion Auxiliary, Burton Woolery Post 18, for several years. She received a lifetime membership and was chosen as Women of the Year in 1989. She served as President of the Auxiliary for two years. She also received Woman of the Year commendations at the 7th District Convention in Indianapolis and at the National Convention in Phoenix, Arizona.

A Memorial Service is scheduled for Tuesday December 22, 2015, at 4:00 PM in the Sun Room of the American Legion, Burton Woolery Post 18, 1800 W Third St. There is no visitation scheduled. Private entombment will be in Valhalla Memory Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of Deremiah-Frye Mortuary, Greene & Harrell Chapel. If friends so desire, Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Legion Auxiliary.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to nieces Sherry Schurtter, Mary Blake, Karen Arthur, and brother-in-law Robert Langley for all their care given to Nellie.

Nellie was loved and will be missed by everyone who knew her.