Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Nancy K. Martini passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 22, 2022, surrounded by family.
Nancy was born on May 11, 1944, in Detroit, Michigan to Hart M. King and Joyce P. King. Nancy was a long-time resident of Oshkosh. She enjoyed meeting new people, especially all of her international friends she met while volunteering for the international tent for over 30 years at EAA. Nancy was an avid Jeopardy fan, testing even the most seasoned contestants, she enjoyed the challenge of a good crossword. She was a passionate advocate for elementary education in the Oshkosh area.
Nancy is survived by her daughters, Jennifer (Bob) Mayer, Susan (Jeff) Loker and Ellen (Michael) Ellefson; son, Phillip II (Angie); her grandchildren, Alexander, Kathryn, Margaret, Elizabeth, Austin, Allison, Ashley, Abigail, Andrew, William, Matthew, Jaina and Livia. She is further survived by ex-husband, Phil; and her sisters, Jane (Bob) Reigh, and Carolyn Jarapko; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Hart Jr. and Frederick; and infant daughter, Katherine Joyce.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the JES Fund which supports educational opportunities for young girls in the Oshkosh area C/O the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation.
A private graveside service was held on Saturday, June 25, 2022. Mueller Funeral Home-Winneconne is assisting the family.
If you wish please submit online condolences to muellerfh.net.
Susan Sedlachek wrote on July 12, 2022
I was sorry to read of Nancy's death. It has been many years since we followed our girls around to soccer tournaments, but I always enjoyed visiting with Nancy at the games. My sympathy in your loss.
Michel Bryson wrote on July 1, 2022
To Nancy's family, you have my deepest condolences.
Nancy gave me a chance to volunteer with her in the IVT, and when she was ready to retire, she asked me to take care of her "baby". It's an honor I've been blessed with for nearly 20 years.
She changed my life. Volunteering with her, I've met so many people who have become friends and family to me. People I would never have met otherwise.
She was very well-respected by so many people around the world, and she will be missed by all of us.
With sympathy,
Michel Bryson
David VanderLinden wrote on June 28, 2022
The Oshkosh Area Humane Society would like to extend its condolences to Jennifer, Susan, Ellen, Phillip, and all of Nancy's family. We are sorry for your loss.
We are very grateful to Nancy for her support and donations to the Humane Society through the years.
Our sympathy to each of you at this most difficult time.
Karen Cantrell (Dorow) wrote on June 27, 2022
Ellen, may you be comforted at this time knowing you're in so many peoples thoughts. My condolences.
Karen
Mitch Lux wrote on June 26, 2022
Sorry for your loss. May see Rest In Peace
Steve Jacobsen wrote on June 25, 2022
My condolences to you all. In the five years we were neighbors I came to love and admire Nancy. May God bless you as you grieve
Esther Weitz and Elizabeth Kametler wrote on June 25, 2022
Our hearts is broken for you at this difficult time. We are sorry for your big loss.
Maria Freed wrote on June 25, 2022
My deepest condolences for Nancy's family. I met Nancy first time in EAA International Visitors Tent in 1985 or 1986. I was at EAA convention and heard announcements to welcome the EAA Visitors in different languages. I didn't hear my language, Indonesia. I stopped by at the IVT and met Nancy and Barbro and asked why there's no Indonesian language. A year after, I came back to Oshkosh and volunteered at IVT. I've been volunteering since. Shellbe missed. So sorry for your lost.