Winona Nancy Dandrow

April 3, 1935 - May 18, 2026

Our mother, Winona Nancy Dandrow (maiden name Walker), passed from this earth early in the morning
of May 18, 2026. If you didn’t already know her there is no way to for us to share the magnitude of
all she was and still is to so many with words and listed accomplishments. We have chosen instead
to let those blessed enough to have known her to find her in the sunlight and in their memories and
for those didn’t to find her in this glimpse of her sunlight.

In Our Mother’s Own Words…
What does my seeing of the setting sun’s lighting, the yellow flowers in that slender shaft,
Have to do with the sound of a cardinal chipping her way between dusk and dark?
I try not to look at the flaming butterfly alight in the sun’s pointedness. If I do not see it, perhaps
She will not and make a meal of it.
Just like that, the sun is gone.
The cardinal is gone.
Now the butterfly loosely flys away.
I shall be gone too and then what will my having seen the setting sun’s lighting of this scene
have to do with anything?
Nancy Dandrow

“But if the while I think on thee, dear friend,
All losses are restored and sorrows end.”
William Shakespeare

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I cut Nancy and George's hair for many years. Nancy was a delight, as was George. I always enjoyed her and will miss her terribly. Prayers to the family. Especially her grandson. 💔

The Board and Staff of Lafayette Urban Ministry wish to extend our sincerest condolences to Nancy's family and friends. May God hold all of you in the palm of His hand.

To Nancy’s family, I’m sure all of you are shocked by Nancy’s sudden exit from us as are we. But isn’t it so like her to not make a fuss. She sent me a funny little text on Mother’s Day with a bunny hopping about😆. I regret that I did not respond. Indeed I will cherish her memory. Her smile, subtle wisdom, and warm heart. David and I will miss her. Your mother/ grandmother was a friend who made a positive impact on us both. Loved her poem. She seemed prepared for her passing. What a classy lady. Conny and David Downey
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Nancy Dandrow was a kind and loving person. My wife Barbara and I had lost track of her a few years ago. We wish to express our condolences to her family. May Nancy Dandrow rest in peace.

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Nancy was one of my favorite people! I love the photo chosen for her obituary- it sure made me smile - so very Nancy. What a joy she was to have in my life. I feel very fortunate to be able to call her my friend. To Chrissy, Hilary and family may your memories help carry you now and bring you peace.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.