NANCY LEE ABEL
June 29, 1938 ~ July 11, 2017
Nancy Lee Abel, 79, passed away on July 11, 2017 at her home in Ridgefield, WA. She was born June 29, 1938 in Corvallis, OR to Ernest and Iris Headrick. Nancy graduated from high school in Corvallis in 1956 and moved to the Vancouver, WA area in 1960.
Nancy worked for 10 years with Henry Greybrook, a Vancouver architect. Later, she spent several years with Union Pacific Railroad Company as Chief Clerk. Her most rewarding employment was at Clark Community College where she served in many capacities over her last 30 years. She was in charge of the Production Printing Dept. at the time of her death. Nancy particularly enjoyed serving on the Clark College 75th Anniversary Committee.
When Nancy wasn't working with friends at Clark College, she enjoyed planning trips to the beach and special outings with her grandchildren. They all loved and will miss their Grandma Nancy very much.
Nancy is survived by 3 sons: Stephen Hadley (Tammy deceased), Scott Hadley (Debbie), Lindell Abel (Erin); grandchildren: Crystal Vires (Brian), Kyle Hadley, Jade Hadley, Haley and Kelan Abel; and great-grandchildren: Brian Austin and Ella Vires.
The family invites Nancy's friends to join them for a Celebration of Life at Fort Vancouver Regional Library, 901 "C" St., Vancouver, Mon., Aug. 14th for refreshments at 3:00 p.m. and sharing memories from 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Please sign her guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.
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Nancy was always so very helpful when we had printing issues. She will be terribly missed by many of us at Clark College. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Audra Rowton
August 13, 2017
Nancy Abel
Nancy was a bright spirit - her wonderful smile brightened up our world.
Nancy was a kind spirit - her support for her co-workers showed a great kindness.
Nancy was a talented spirit - her professional skills evidenced this talent.
Nancy was a respected spirit - her demeanor and presence commanded the highest respect.
Nancy was a fun spirit - fun to be around, fun to be with.
Nancy was a knowledgeable spirit - she used her professional knowledge to solve difficult problems.
Nancy was a perceptive spirit - she felt in her heart what others perceived.
Nancy was a free spirit - free in doing what was always right.
Nancy was one of the wonderful spirits I appreciated at the College - indeed a great treasure.
Farewell Nancy - soars.
Anthony (Tony) Birch
Emeritus Vice-President of
Administrative Services
Clark College
August 13, 2017
I knew Nancy for many years as the Queen of Production Printing at Clark College. Nancy always had the best disposition and outlook on life. She always had a smile and a good word every time we met. Together we solved numerous printing and presentation issues for the Department of Dental Hygiene and the Health Occupations Division. Nancy and her crew went out of their way to serve the students, faculty and staff at Clark College.
Although I will be out of town on the 14th, I will continue to think of our many positive interactions and say a prayer for all the family and friends who will miss her as I will.
Sincerely,
Katy Graham
Clark Faculty Retired
August 11, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
August 8, 2017
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