She was predeceased by her Father Eugene Eurastus Sumerford , her Mother Marjorie Belle Sumerford, Sister Sarah Ricketson (Bob), Brothers Harold Sumerford Sr. and Eugene Eurastus Sumerford Jr.
She is survived by her Husband William Phelan, her Sister Virginia York (Guy), and brother Rees Sumerford (Brooke). Her son and daughter, Tim Mitchell (Betsy) and Amanda Elder (John) as well as Grandsons, Britt and John who she absolutely adored.
She was born in Americus Georgia and raised on the family farm. She was a graduate of University of Georgia. A resident of St. Simons since 1972, she worked for Sea Island managing the Tennis Shop and ultimately becoming the Apparel Buyer for the various Sea Island venues. For many years she was a Realtor with Georgia Coast Realty. She also volunteered at Christ Church Frederica. She loved to entertain, hosting friends for gatherings at her home. She was unflappable. Once proceeding with a Christmas party after a small house fire. She organized a Wine Women Wednesday group for weekly get togethers. She arranged trips to Europe and Mexico and invited friends to join. She had an uncanny flair for design, was an incredible self-taught chef, and a voracious reader. She allowed her husband to have as many as 3 dogs, at a time even with her allergies. Nancy’s strong spirit will be remembered by her many friends.
A memorial service will be held Friday afternoon December 9, at 2:00 at Christ Church Frederica, Tom Purdy officiating. Reception following service at 119 Worthing Rd in Devonwood.
Family requests that Donations be made to Christ Church Frederica or the Humane Society of Southeast Georgia
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.edomillerandsons.com for the Phelan family.
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