Nancy R. McLain, 74, of Dickson City, passed away Sunday morning at Hospice of the Sacred Heart Inpatient Unit in Dunmore. Her husband and soulmate of 22 years is Lester “Bud” McLain.
Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Mary Blakney – Rozelle. She was a graduate of Scranton Central High School Class of 1968 and attended Keystone Junior College. She was a member of Bradley Memorial United Methodist Church, Dickson City, and a 50-year member of the Juanita No. 8 Order of the Eastern Star. Throughout her career, she worked as a life guard, Respiratory Technician at CMC Hospital, Pharmacy Technician at Mercy Hospital, Optical assistant for Dr. Vincent Bakey, Dickson City.
Nancy was an active member in her Church, who sang in the Choir, and loved making Welsh Cookies. Nancy loved to read, music- Mama Mia, spending time with her grandchildren, planning trips to the Beach, Disney, and Atlantic City.
Also surviving is her daughter Kristen Ann Amori and her companion Jason Schirg of W. Abington Twp.; granddaughters Lauren and Megan Gatto; great-grandchildren Carson and Calista; step daughter’s Mary Kay Manning and her husband Jim of Scranton and Kristen Maro and her husband Mark of Scranton; step son Michael McLain and his wife Sasha of Scranton; her best friend Dorothy Trauger; niece Jennifer Smith; nephews Darrell and Mark Smith.
She was preceded in death by her sister Linda Smith.
Nancy’s family would like to thank the Hospice of the Sacred Heart Inpatient Unit Staff and Dr. Kavani and his staff, for the personal care and compassion shown to our family. We are forever grateful for each and everyone of you.
A Funeral Service will take place on Friday, April 18th at 10:00am in Bradley Memorial United Methodist Church, 106 Lincoln St. Dickson City, Pa with services by Pastor David Repenning.
Friends may call on Thursday, April 17th from 4:00pm – 7:00pm in the Vanston and James Funeral Home, 1401 Ash St. Scranton, Pa. The members of Juanita No. 8 Order of the Eastern Star will perform their service at 6:30PM.
Interment, Valley View Memorial Cemetery, Scott Twp., Pa.
In lieu of flowers, Nancy’s family strongly encourages memorial contributions in her memory be made to: Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 30 E.D. Preate Drive, Suite 108, Moosic, Pa 18507
For directions, to share a memory, or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.vanstonandjames.com
Kitty Purosky
Dearest Kristen,
I don’t have to tell you how dear Nancy is to me. You and she have stayed close and have been so very kind to me through the years. No two people will miss her radiant personality more than you and Bud but I rest in the thought that she is with her Heavenly Father and loved ones.
I am here for you if and whenever you need me!
God bless you, Bud and all the family!
Lots of love,
Aunt Kit
Brenna Smith
We love you Aunt Nancy and know you are in a better place at peace with your sister, my Grandma. I know you both are shining down on us.
Sending lots of healing prayers and comforting hugs.
May you Rest in Peace Aunt Nancy.
Love,
Brenna Smith
Cheryl Cali
Buddy, Kristen, and family,
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of Nancy. We had many good times together, and I will forever hold in my heart the memory of the day we introduced you to her. Honestly, one of the best days of her life, I’m sure. I am so grateful you had each other, and that you were able to create a family full of love and caring. I pray that your wonderful memories will bring you some comfort in the difficult days ahead.
Cheryl Cali
Margy Durkin
Dear Kristen,
I have been thinking so much about your mom and the wonderful memories I have of her and Aunt Linda and your grandmother. We spent some wonderful times at Lake Winola and Nancy was always the Center of the fun. She was a bright light which I know will never dim because it is inside of you. Prayers for Bud and her beautiful grandchildren and great grandchildren. God bless you all!
Bonnie Jeanne Aquilina
My name is Bonnie Turnabe Aquilina.
I remember Nancy as a pharmacy tech at Mercy hospital. I worked there for over 20 years. A lovely woman. And I send my heartfelt condolences to her family.
May she rest in peace
louis deleo
The picture you used perfectly depicted Nancy. Her winning smile said everything. I enjoyed her wit and fondly remember sharing a joke or two with her. She will be surely missed.
DONNA SCOTCHLAS
Bud, Kristen and family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your wife, mother and Grandmother. Her smiling face and laughter are permanently etched on my heart, since we met that first day of freshman year at Central High School. In between there were so many good times. She is with our Lord now. Her pain is over. Rest in peace my dear friend.
Juanita Sepko Allen
I have many fond memories of Nancy during our time at Central. I always thought she was such a beautiful young girl. She will definitely be missed by all who knew her. I offer my sincerest condolences to Nancy’s immediate family members. May God bless you all with strength and love during these next several difficult months.
Bill Felins
R.I.P. Nancy.
Bill & Susan Felins
Billie Jean Williams
Dear Bud and family
I am so very sorry for the loss of Nancy. She was a wonderful women and a wonderful person for you to find. She always made me feel welcome and cared about and I will remember that always. I pray she is at rest and peace.