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Nancy Pownell Obituary

Nancy Nell Pownell

Nancy Nell Pownell, 75, of Findlay, passed away Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, at ProMedica Toledo Hospital.

She was born June 30, 1948, in Findlay, the daughter of Blaine and Carol (Slusser) Dillinger.

Nancy's survivors include her daughters, Christine Magee of Mint Hill, North Carolina, and Lori Shellabarger of Grayson, Kentucky; grandchildren, Joshua (Hannah) Shellabarger, Connor Magee, Jordan (Jessica) Shellabarger, Trenton Magee, Jared Shellabarger, and Jenna Shellabarger; great-granddaughters, Hadleigh and Oakleigh Shellabarger; brother, D.V. (Sue) Dillinger of Auburn, Indiana; and sister-in-law, Susan Dillinger of Findlay.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, James Dillinger.

Nancy attended Parkview Christian Church and Central Church of Christ, both of Findlay. She was a member of Ohio Poetry Society, Brushes and Palettes, and Dulcimer Gathering in the Findlay area and was a published poet. She enjoyed her travels and group trips to many lakes, oceans, and beaches, and volunteered in various organizations in the Findlay community. Nancy had a strong work ethic through life waiting tables, factory work, and putting herself through college to become a registered nurse in her 40s. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her many friends and family on her front porch.

Nancy's memorial service will be 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, at Parkview Christian Church, 15035 St. Rt. 12, Findlay, with Pastor Tim Haywood officiating. Visitation for family and friends will be 2:30-3 p.m. Saturday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Findlay, is assisting family with arrangements.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.coldrencrates.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Courier on Oct. 25, 2023.

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Linda Hossler

November 10, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I knew Nancy
as she and my mother, Jeroldine Haughn, became best friends in
early elementary school
in Findlay, and stayed
lifelong friends. Nancy was a lovely person and
will be remembered fondly. Linda (Haughn) Hossler

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15035 St. Rt. 12, Findlay, OH

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