Nancy Geddes, 73, of Haines, Oregon died on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise, Idaho. Friends and family will gather for a potluck and Celebration of Nancy's Life on Saturday, June 8, 2018 at 2:00 pm at the Harvest Church in Baker City.
Nancy was born on March 6, 1945 to Ralph and Leola Painter in Halfway, Oregon. The family eventually moved to Baker City where many great friendships evolved. Nancy adored her family and friends She often shared her silly memories of her younger years, so others could get a good laugh as well. After graduating high school she went on to play many rolls in life, including working in downtown department stores, marriage and becoming a mother. She married Robert "Bob" Eugene Geddes on October 4, 1982 and had their daughter Kimberly, Oct 5th, 1982, which was one of her favorite stories to tell. Adding to the timeline of the story when Bob passed on October 3, she was always astonished by these "chain of events."
Nancy was known best by those close to her as being a pro at the game kismet, which she played once per week with her closest friends and whenever people that enjoyed the game as well came to visit. She enjoyed being surrounded by live flowers, which she had gifted to her yearly. Mini roses and pansies were a few of her favorites. She also took great pride in her trophies from years of team bowling.
She was proceeded in death by her parents Ralph and Leola; siblings Myron, Marleen and Karen; husband Robert Geddes and granddaughter Alexis Brown
Nancy is survived by her daughter Kimberly Geddes of Haines, Step-daughters Zina Bryson of West Richland, Wa, Catherine Ramsey of Umatilla, Or Pam Arnzen of Texas, Kathy Geddes Brown of Twin Fally, Id, and Tammy Geddes of Baker City Or.
For those who would like to make a memorial donation in memory of Nancy, the family suggests Best Friends (Animal Rescue and Foster Care) through Tami's Pine Valley Funeral Home & Cremation Services PO Box 543 Halfway, Oregon 97834. Online condolences may be shared at www.tamispinevalleyfuneralhome.com