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She came to Lawrence in 1968, where she did oil painting in a downtown studio loft for many years. Her works appeared in several one and two person shows in Detroit, New York, San Francisco and elsewhere. Almost 100 works are in private collections around the country.
Nan's poems and drawings have been published by small presses, and many essays and papers were written for business and government agencies.
She held a variety of full and part-time jobs throughout her career. While at The University of Kansas she was particularly proud to have worked on a literacy program for KU employees.
She is survived by two children, three grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Arrangements are made through Chapel Oaks Lawrence Funeral Chapel 3821 W 6th St Lawrence, KS 66049 (785)841-3822
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Lily Gruber
June 22, 2012
I've known Nan almost my entire life. I was shocked to hear she'd passed. Nan taught me to cook and paint during a year long stint of cancer in 1997, I was 14. We played the piano and cello together for fun. I'll always remember her laugh and her always telling me to "never give up." Thank you Nan. For being my rock during the hardest time in my life. I wish I could have been there for you. All my love.
Peter Whitenight
June 20, 2012
Nan was a lovely and gentle person. Always a delight to hear her voice on the other end of the phone. My sympathy to her family. May she rest in peace.
June 19, 2012
i am so happy that i had the oppertunity to be a friend of nan's she was such a neat lady,she will be missed. In Sympathy Jennifer Allen
carol waisner
June 19, 2012
We were so sorry to her of Nans passing. We always loved seeing her at Lone Star Church and have missed her. Our sincere condolences to her family. She will be missed
Cheryl LaFrenz
June 19, 2012
I am so glad that I have had the opportunity to become good friends with Nan. I started cleaning her house many years ago and it became so much more.I will never forget that any time I would bring her flowers, she would always tell me that I was a peach. She will be missed dearly.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Cheryl LaFrenz
Skip & Sherry Kay
June 19, 2012
We were surprised and saddened to read the obituary this morning. We often are reminded of Nan by the moonlit landscape she gave us as a wedding present. With regret, we have lost contact with the family, which has our heartfelt wishes.
June 19, 2012
I am sorry to read of Nan's passing. I met and got to know Nan at the Lone Star Church of the Brethren. I'm glad I got to know her and I will miss her.
Deb Rawlings
Oscar Marino
June 19, 2012
Suzy, we are very sorry to hear that Nan has passed on. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Sincerely, Oscar and Sabrina Marino
June 19, 2012
She was and is a sweet soul who pained beautiful trees, loved her wonderful friends and children, and lived beautifully despite many years of serious pain from migraines.
June 19, 2012
With deepest sympathy to the family during your time of sorrow. Psalms 46:1 says: God is for us a refuge and strength during this difficult time and may God grant you the comfort to endure.
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