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Nancy Rosemary Vallis

1951-2012

Nancy Rosemary Vallis

The death of Nancy Rosemary Vallis of Saint John, NB, wife of Wayne Vallis, occurred peacefully at the Saint John Regional Hospital, surrounded by her family on Friday, August 10, 2012. Born in Saint John on February 12, 1951, she was the oldest child of the late Arthur and Josephine (Barrett) McCormick.

Nancy worked her whole life in the health care field. She started as a pharmaceutical clerk at St. Joseph’s Hospital and retired as manager of the ECG department at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Upon retirement she continued as an active advocate for ECG education in the Atlantic Provinces.

Nancy and Wayne celebrated 27 years of marriage and enjoyed a wonderful life with two children and several wonderful trips. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister and friend. She enjoyed 40 summers on the beautiful Belleisle Bay where she met her husband when they were young.

In addition to her husband  Wayne of Rothesay, Nancy is survived by her two daughters, Alison Blois (Corey) of Saint John East, and Leah Vallis of Rothesay;  two sisters, Mary McDade (Paul) of Saint John West and Jo-Ann Boyle (David) of Milledgeville; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Resting at Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424), with visiting on Monday, August 13, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 at 12:00 Noon from Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Rothesay. Interment will take place in St. Josephs Cemetery, followed by a reception at the Brenan’s Reception Center. For those who wish, remembrances to any charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences and remembrances may be placed at www.brenansfh.com

Condolences

To all of Nancy's family We are very sorry for your loss. Nancy was truly a beautiful person. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
— Karen and Mike Langstroth

Dear Mary and Family Please accept our deepest sympathy for the passing of your Sister. Words will never express our sincere feelings, She will be missed, but I will never forget the hard work she did while at St Jose,Please accept our sympathy. and may the Angels be with her in PEACE Sincerely Joyce
— MEL & JOYCE SALKEY

Mary I just can't believe this after having our chat yesterday. So sorry for you loss. Hope you are taking care of yourself. Be strong. Thoughts are prayers are with you now.
— Kim Lavine

So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. May you take comfort in the many memories you have shared together and that she is now free of any more pain and suffering.
— Deborah Cochran

So sorry for your loss,my thoughts and prayers are with you.God Bless
— anita belyea

We are sorry for your loss, always remember we are here in your time of need. Love and prayers...
— Trish & Glen Vautour

Dear Mary, My heart is heavy reading about Nancy. I had no idea. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Blessings, Jane Dalton
— jane Dalton

My deepest sympathy and condolences to Alison, Cory, Alison's sister and father on the pasiing of their beloved mother and wife. I am so very sorry for your loss. Your extended family at HES are all thinking of you and your family at this time of sorrow in your life. Warmest regards and deepest sympathy is being sent to you today with hugs and prayers. - Love Charlene
— Charlene carroll

With all of my heart and love, I embrace all of you in your loss. Nancy was a wonderful woman, mother, wife, and friend. I will miss my dear friend for the rest of my life. David and I both send our love and prayers to all of you.xoxoxo
— Susan and David Wall

my sympathy to all your family...
— sylvie

Wayne I am so sorry fo the loss of your wife Nancy. It seems it was just yesterday when I saw your dad last at the hospital and now you are feeling the loss of your wife.Words are how hard to express at this moment except to say our our sinece thoughts are with you and your famuly May the peace of our heavenly father be with you. God Bless Billy
— Wayne Vallis and Family

Alison, I was very saddened to hear of your loss. My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. Hold tight to memories of your mom for comfort and may the love of those around you help give you strength in the coming days.
— Kim Golding

To Nancy's family...I am very sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife and mother. I went to Holy Trinity School with Nancy, we both grew up in the north end, she was best friends with Brenda McNeil. We went to many birthday parties together as kids. She was always a good friend to everyone and just fun to be around. She will be in my prayers tonight and always.
— Susan {Keyes} Preston

Mary & Paul Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your sister and sister-in-law. Brice & Lynne
— Brice & Lynne Watson

So sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish your memories.
— Kathy (O'Neill) Naves

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this trying time. Jack & Bette Nielsen,neighbours next door on Weldon Ave.
— Jack Nielsen

Dear Wayne and Family: So sad to hear of Nancy's passing. Wayne- my thoughts go back to the fun times we had when we all hung out. I always thought Nancy was a beautiful and sweet woman. Paul Wiley and I will see you at the funeral home Monday evening. With sincere sympathy, Brenda
— Brenda Wright

Dear Mary, my heart breaks as I read about the passing of Nancy. I can't help but smile when I remember the fun times we shared working together at St. Jos's and the Regional. She was a great cousin, co-worker and most of all friend. I know Nancy's faith was strong and hopefully that will help you and her family during the difficult days ahead.
— Kathy Hayes

Mary,my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
— Margie Sullivan

Mary, so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear sister, our thoughts are with you.
— Dawn and Gary Alexander

I'm so sorry to hear about Nancy. My heart goes out to the whole family, especially Wayne, Alison and Leah. It won't be the same down by the bay without her.
— Laura Veniot

Dear Jo ann and extended family sorry to hear about the loss of your sister nancy . My prayers are with you at this time of need. Your St Joseph,s family, and your family are with you in this tim of need Tom Yorke
— tom yorke

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless.
— John and Debbie Tibbetts

Wayne So sorry to hear of you loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and your girls at this difficult time. Lori DeGrace-Burnside
— Lori DeGrace-Burnside

I am so sorry to read of Nancy's passing. Although a very quiet woman she was always very warm and had a smile whenever she came into the Save-Easy in Hampton. My thoughts are with you and your children.
— Coleen Damon

Alison, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. My heart goes to you and your family during this difficult times. Our prayers are with you and your family. N'oublie pas les beaux moments passés avec ta mère. Elle sera toujours avec toi dans ton coeur. Rachel et Barry Power xox
— Rachel Brideau-Power

I feel so sad to hear that Nancy has passed way. She was a kind and beautiful person. She will be in my thoughts and prayers.
— Helen Murray

We are so sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.
— Dennis Hebert & Debbie Boyce

Dear Mary and Paul So sorry to hear about the loss of your sister.Sincere sympathies.
— Janice ,Peter Murray and Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May you find comfort in beautiful memories.
— Larry & Melinda

Jo-Ann, my toughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time.
— Mylene Drapeau

Dear Cory,Ali, and family,Our deepest condolences on your loss. Please let Joshua or me know if there is something we can do.
— Susan Marr

Leah, Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, Unheard, but always near, So Loved,So Missed,So very dear. We are so sorry to hear about your Mom. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
— Pat, Peter , Becky Himmelman

Our sincere sympathies on the loss of your sister.
— Bob Adams & Fran Oliver

Wayne, Nancy and I talked for so many hours trying so solve the worlds problems over french fries or long walks, I am so sad that we had not figured out how to solve her cancer, it was my fault that we had lost touch, but that did not mean that I had not remembered the fun that we had had over the years. I feel such sadness for you and the family. Fran Kelly
— Fran Kelly

Mary, Jo-Ann, Wayne and family; I was so saddened to hear about Nancy’s death. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Family was always very important to Nancy and I am sure that her kind and tenacious spirit with live within you all. Love Kathy Vickers
— Kathy Vickers

Wayne I am so sorry fo the loss of your wife Nancy. It seems it was just yesterday when I saw your dad last at the hospital and now you are feeling the loss of your wife.Words are hard to express at this moment except to say our our sincere thoughts are with you and your family. May the peace of our heavenly father be with you. God Bless Billy Dickie and family
— Billy Dickie and Family

We were so pleased to have had a little time with Nancy on the Belleisle this summer. Our prayers and deepest sympathy to her entire family.
— Doogie & Patsy

Nancy was a very special person who loved life and was so friendly and kind to everyone. She will be missed by so many. Prayers and special thoughts to her family. Graeme
— Graeme Scaplen

I am so very sorry for your loss!My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family! Pauline and Mike Price
— Pauline Price

May the memories of your loved one and the love and support of those around you sustain you through these difficult times. Although I only knew Nancy a short time, she was a wonderful friend and an inspiration to me.
— Joy Knox

Wayne, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you, Leah and Alison.
— David and Jackie Lohnes

Wayne, Alison & Leah. On behalf of my family we send of deepest condolences.
— Pat Kelley & Family

Mary - It is so sad to hear about your sister's passing - I know you have many special memories of your sister - my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family - I knew your sister but never made the connection that she was your sister - she was such a sweet soul - Blessings, Cheryl Kennedy
— Cheryl kennedy

Wayne and Family, We are very sorry to hear of your loss of Nancy. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Paul & Sue Morrison
— Paul and Sue Morrison

Dear Wayne and Girls, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, she was truly a wonderful and beautiful lady. Alwys a smile on her face when she saw me. May your memories help you through this very difficult time. Thinking of you all. From all the Campbell's, GOD BLESS!
— Beckie Campbell

allison leah wayne and corey so sorry for you loss . Nancy was a wonderful mother and wife . keep strong and remember all the good times you had .
— Lesa and steve Lowery

Jo anne,Mary and families, Please accept my condolences on Nancys passing i will always cherish our time on the Bellisle! Michael Kane and the Kane Family.
— Michael Kane

So sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
— David Pearce and Marlene Dupuis

We are so saddened to hear about Nancy's passing. She was a wonderful help and comfort to Rob's Mom, Joy, as she adjusted to being a patient at SJRH. Joy was very fond of of Nancy and speaks highly of Nancys family. We only had the opportunity to know Nancy a short while, but she left an impression on us all, and will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
— Rob & Debbie Knox

We were so sorry to learn of the passing of your beloved Nancy. Our hearts go out to you.
— Aubrey and Cheryl MacLean (Pirates Cove Campground)

Sirry to hear of Nancy's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers
— Donna Pitre and LuAnn Cline

Thinking of all of you durign this difficult time. Nancy was a sweet person and fun to work with. May she Rest in Peace
— Christine Erb

My deepest sympathy to you and your family, Alison. What an amazing role model your Mom was for you, and I know you've shared some very special moments with her. Please don't hesitate to ask for anything, now, or at any time in the future. Rely on your HES family to help you when you need it. We will be there each and every day for you. Take care.
— Nicole MacNeill

To Wayne, Alison and Leah on the passing of your wife and mother. Please accept our deepest condolences during this difficult time. Nancy was such a cheerful, pleasant and dignified woman. We will all miss her and we are here for you.
— Chris, George, Morgan, and Julia Clark

I wish to express my sincerest condolenses. Alison and Leah, your mother was a wonderful lady and I am so happy that I had a chance to meet her. Sincerely, Suzanne Jeffries (Allure Aesthetics)
— Suzanne Jeffries

Wayne, Leah and Allison, We are so sad to hear of Nancy's passing. When we think of her, a smiling face around a bonfire, a kind person who extended birthday party invitations when we were new to the neighborhood and a professional woman at work. Girls, your mom was a lady and Wayne, it didn't take a rocket scientist to see that you had truly found your soulmate. Please accept our heartfelt condolences and rest assured that her memory will live on in all that you do.
— Trevor and Krista Jones

Our deepest sympathies...thoughts and prayers for you and your family...The Hachey's
— The Hachey Family

Please accept our sincere sympathy. We are so very sorry for your loss
— David & Carol Sprague

Thinking of you during these difficult times.
— Steven Veniot & Cindy Chaddock

So sorry to hear of your loss, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your girls Bob Molasky
— Bob Molasky

Wayne, I’m so sorry to hear about Nancy. The Vallis-Morrison connection has been there since we were kids. To a great guy…my condolences to you and your family. Take care… Sincerely, George Morrison
— George Morrison

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Nancy was a great person and will be missed by many. With sincere sympathy, Brenda McNamara
— Brenda McNamara

Dear Mary, Brendan and I were so very sorry to hear of your sister's passing. We regret that we were unable to attend her wake and offer you, Paul and the kids our condolences in person. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and if you need anything just to let us know. xo Ashley & Brendan
— Ashley McDade

So sorry to hear the sad news.Take care. Hazel
— Hazel Campbell

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
— Herb and Darlene Kenney

Uncle Wayne, Alison and Leah. We love you very much and are so sad to hear about Aunt Nancy... She was an incredible human being, and very much loved. I will carry with me forever memories of the summer trips we took together as a family, sitting around camp fires, watching lightening storms, exploring Canadian coastlines and visiting Newfoundland. More importantly, I will carry with me the overflowing kindness and love Aunt Nancy shared with me on every visit to your home. I wish there were more time, for everyone, but of the time Aunt Nancy had with us, she made the best and brightest of every possible day. Take comfort in the incredible family that you still are, that Aunt Nancy helped raise. We love you very much.
— Rory and Caroline Vallis

We are very sorry for your loss and send our sincere condolences. Patti & Fred Hale
— Patti Hale

Dear Wayne and girls I am so sorry for your loss. I really loved Nancy and remember her very fondly. I feel so privileged to have known her. She was a very good, loving person I will miss her. My love and blessings to you and all the Vallis family.
— Corinne Vallis

Wayne, we are deeply saddened to hear of Nancy's passing. Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
— Jeff and Cathi Myers

Service Date
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Service Time
12:00 Noon
Service Location
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Rothesay, NB

Visitation Date
Monday, August 13, 2012
Visitation Time
2-4 and 7-9 PM
Visitation Location
Brenan's Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John

Requested Charity
Any charity of the donor's choice