Nancy's Memory Wall
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Nancy was such a classy, fun, lady! After Randy and I completed our honeymoon at the 1994 Michigan vs Notre Dame football game in South Bend, Nancy graciously invited us over to her home. We had a blast celebrating the win, and Nancy made us feel like we were part of the Conybeare clan. I was constantly impressed with her warmth when entertaining, especially tailgating in Ann Arbor on Football Saturdays. Nancy had the ability to make you feel like you were the most important person around even if you were surrounded by 100,000 other friends, family, or Michigan fans. Nancy and I both bonded over being nurses, and her compassion for others less fortunate constantly reminds me to this day to always be a patient advocate. I will most remember what a loving mother Nancy was and how proud she was to be a grandmother!
Lots of love to her family,
Amy & Randy Albert
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Amy & Randy Albert
June 28th, 2021 at 9:48pm
Wanted to advise Nancy’s family that Indian Hills Garden Club presented the book “Native Plants of the Midwest” by Alan Branhagen to the St Joseph Library in Memory of Nancy Conybeare on April 1, 2021.
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Cindy Eisenhart
June 28th, 2021 at 8:20pm
I have a deep respect for Nancy's love of her children, friends and community. Her medical education and compassion was significantly shared.
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Elizabeth & Steve Upton
March 12th, 2021 at 8:47am
Nancy Conybeare was a wonderful person to be around. She was always fun and positive and upbeat. She will be sorely missed by all of us who shared the privilege of knowing her. My sincere condolences go out to the entire Conybeare family. May she rest in peace .................. James Canonie
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James Canonie
March 4th, 2021 at 2:21pm
My first introduction to Nancy was as a teenager babysitting for the Conybeare children at their Lake Michigan home. I was struck by her beauty, grace and poise but most of all her beautiful clothes... something a young teenage girl would be impressed with!
Years later we connected again at LMC in the same nursing class, I still have our class picture. After graduating, a few of us studied together for our nursing boards, always at the busy Conybeare house. Once again I was impressed with her ability to maintain an intense fulltime school schedule and caring for her family, both done so well. I am keeping the Conybeare family in my thoughts and prayers always. Love, Vicki(Capizzo) Matthews
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Vicki Matthews
February 27th, 2021 at 1:29pm
Dear Bruce Sr., Bruce Jr., Brian, Barry, Bethany, Brigid and, of course, your families. A whole community mourns with you...a diverse community at that. People from all walks of life remember Nancy with respect and a smile. I got to know you all when you kids were "kids." What a legacy she and you, Bruce Sr., leave behind in these loving and accomplished adults. Hers was a successful life which will live on in each of you and your children. God bless the whole gang! Love, PJ Canonie-Bubin
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PJ Canonie-Bubin
February 26th, 2021 at 2:55pm
Dear Conybeare family, All of us at the Lake Michigan College Foundation want you to know how dear your wonderful mother was to us. Our memories of a gracious, gentle, smart, strong, and caring colleague, supporter, and mentor will not soon be forgotten, and it is our hope that your many memories continue to keep you strong. On behalf of the LMC Foundation and the LMC Alumni Association, we send our deepest sympathy, prayers, and love at this very sad time.
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Barbara Craig
February 26th, 2021 at 2:51pm
My heart goes out to the entire family, but...what a life...and think what a difference Nancy made in this world. Personally, I want to celebrate the impact of friendship and love, she had on my family and me. I became friends with Nancy and Bruce in 1968...from then on just a continuous myriad of wonderful experiences. From Hannah Ct to Veronica...Madison to Curaçao. Watching Nancy raise 5 amazing children...6 if you count Bruce ! Nancy always had that warm, beautiful, loving smile and sincere interest in my life, when I would see her. She made me feel special. All of you reading this, realize what I’m talking about. She cared deeply. I respected her passionate ways...like being a pioneer of “women’s lib”....I most remember her gentleness, kindness, and thoughtfulness. Love you Nancy and your family.
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Tony Canonie
February 26th, 2021 at 1:48pm
Jim and Melodie Culverhouse and family would like send their deepest sympathies to the Nancy's family. Jim, a member of the Benton Harbor High School graduation class of 1957, fondly remembers going to school with Nancy in Benton Harbor until her transfer to St. Joseph. The Conybeare family is in our thoughts and prayers.
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Deniece Fisher
February 26th, 2021 at 1:20pm
My condolences to the family of Nancy. I wish you all peace in this time of difficulty.
I was very fortunate to have worked with Nancy for a few years at Lake Michigan College. She was an amazing soul and such a kind person! I am grateful for the the short time that Nancy was in my life. She was a prime example of how to be graceful and professional. I will never forget her smile, her laugh, and the way she always made me feel supported!
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Jodie
February 26th, 2021 at 11:59am
My heart goes out to Marcia and the entire Conybeare family. Nancy will always be remembered for the remarkable person she was. Such grace, style and class. My love and prayers are with you.
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Cheryl Weise
February 25th, 2021 at 9:47pm
Thank God for women like Mrs. Conybeare. What a wonderful world this would be if we had more people like Mrs. Conybear. God bless the family during this transitional time.
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Josephine Smith
February 25th, 2021 at 6:51pm
