Livonia: At age 89, Nancy passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville, NY. She was born in Rochester, NY to the late Carl and Beatrice Price. Nancy is predeceased by her beloved husband of 63 years Jack H. VanDerMeid and her sister Gail West. Survived by her children; Stephen (Deanna) VanDerMeid, Karen Coleman, her grandson John Coleman (Rachel Zimmermann), her nephews, David (Sue) West, Michael (Shari) West, Richard (Carolyn) West, her niece, Debbie (Mark) Moran, along with several friends.
After graduating high school, Nancy met the love of her life, Jack VanDerMeid and they married in 1956. Karen was welcomed into the world in 1959. Nancy went on to pursue her passion for taking care of others by completing her education at MCC in nursing. She was a Registered Nurse on the Cardiac Floor at Strong Memorial Hospital for more than 20 years. Outside of work Nancy loved to travel and garden in her back yard. But she loved nothing more than her family.
A Funeral Service will take place at 11AM on Monday, December 13, 2021 at the Lakeville United Church of Christ, 5687 Big Tree Rd, Lakeville, NY 14480. Interment will immediately follow Nancy’s funeral service at Union Cemetery on Big Tree Road in Livonia, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to: The Wounded Warrior Project, Donor Care Center, PO Box 758533, Topeka, KS 66675 or to: The Lakeville United Church of Christ, 5687 Big Tree Rd, Lakeville, NY 14480. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.
Very sorry read of Mrs VanDerMeid’s passing. She and Mr VanDerMeid were always very nice to me, as I delivered the D & C to their home for many years. John McNamara
Karen and Family
Our hearts and thoughts are with you and the
Vandermeid family in this time of loss. Just remember all the good times
Jeff and Lisa Smith
Nancy, my dear friend, Rest In Peace. My sympathy to Karen and the entire family.
Sharon Taft Staudinger
Karen and family; I’m so sorry for your loss. Nancy was one of the kindest ladies I remember from my childhood days in Livonia.
Karen and family, so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I’m sure she’s at peace with your dad dancing in heaven.
Very sad for us but a blessing for Nancy. I enjoyed having lunch with her and visiting her at her home. She will be missed by many people. Sherry Johnson
Karen, I am sorry for your loss. I remember your mom and dad both fondly. I hope she rests in peace along with your dad
I am so sad to heard about Nancy’s passing. She was such a wonderful lady, always with a smile. I always smiled when I walked by their house on Main Street. She will be missed on earth, but is enjoying a family reunion with her sister, Jack and so many other family members that have passed before her. You are in my prayers during this time . RIP cousin Nancy
I am so sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. I knew Nancy for many years, she always grated you with that beautiful smile, she was one of the sweetest people I have ever met! There will be a big hole left in Livonia’s hearts! RIP, Nancy.
So sorry to all the family. Nancy was always so kind and I always enjoyed our chats and hearing her stories. She was such a warm person and I’m sure will be deeply missed by all.
Rest in peace Nancy. I always enjoyed your kindness and upbeat personality. I have fond memories of our visits every Christmas at Bud and Gail’s. My condolescences to Karen and her son.
We are so very sorry to hear this. Jack was a very good friend and Nancy was a wonderful lady.
Karen,
What a beautiful loving heart of a woman who will be missed!!! Such a wonderful long life she enjoyed!!! Thankful to have spent time with your parents when I spent time in Livonia the past 20 years. Cherished memories forever! Sending thoughts and prayers during this difficult time!
So sorry to hear about Nancy’s passing. We loved walking over to visit with her. My daughter, Natalie loved to come over to sit with her to do a puzzle, have milk & cookies with her, or bring her flowers to cheer her up during COVID. Nancy will be missed terribly. She was a very wonderful lady!
We are so sorry to hear of Nancy‘s passing she was a wonderful lady and will be missed. Our sincere sympathy to the whole family.
Nancy was a member of the “Livonia Lit Circle”, our local book study club, where she often hosted interesting discussions about a range of subjects. She was always friendly, thoughtful, and kind and concerned about her friends. She will be missed!
Our dearest Aunt Nancy, we will miss you forever Dave and Sue
So sorry to hear this. My Aunt Lois (Knapp) and Nancy were good friends while I was growing up and I remember how sweet and kind she was. Rest In Peace Nancy.
To all the family,
My deepest condolences. Nancy was a great lady and will be greatly missed by all! Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Amy Young
We are so sorry to hear this news. She leaves a huge hole in so many lives. She was one in a million! Your whole family is in our prayers.
Karen and family , I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Your mom and dad are reunited once more.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal. RIP my dearest Aunt Nancy.
I am sad to hear of Nancy’s passing. I lived on Spring Street when I was very young and I remember Nancy and her sister lived on lower Big Tree near the post office.
I believe Nancy worked at the post office when I was very young.
She always had a smile and a warm hello.