Nancy Gayle Heflin, 68, of Fiery Run Road, Linden, Virginia died Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at her beloved home, Four Springs Farm, surrounded by devoted family and friends.
Nancy was born November 11, 1951, to Munson and Joyce Showers, both deceased. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert and Michael Showers, both of Front Royal. Nancy is survived by the love of her life for many years, Arthur Piszcz; her sister, Linda Winfree; nephew, Aaron Winfree, and great-niece, Chloe Winfree, all of Front Royal.
Through her illness, her devoted circle of friends and family remained by her side, cousins, Joette Breeden, Reggie Showers, Evelyn Ricci, and Eleanor Chadwell; Gwen Tittle and family, and a special thanks to Cassandra and Candace for their love and concern; her wing woman, Brenda Steele, and her loving friends, Carolyn Hilton, Ed, and Mary Edmonds, Ellen Seide, Beth Petersavage; her champions, Skippy Giles and Gail Campbell and her longtime high school friend, Phyllis Caudill Gailey.
After graduating from Warren County High School, Nancy worked 19 years with the Federal Government. Nancy began a successful real estate career in 1989. Her accomplishments included serving on the board of directors, Virginia realtors delegate, then served as vice president for the Greater Piedmont Real Estate Board in 2007 and president in 2008. Retiring in 2016, she spent her time at the farm gardening, birdwatching, enjoying nature, and her cats, Jasmine and Chili.
Nancy will be fondly remembered for her infectious laugh, high energy, unique way of looking at things, straight-shooting approach, sense of humor, big heart, love of animals, and constant desire to help others.
A celebration of Nancy’s life will be held at Four Springs Farm, 667 Fiery Run Road, Linden, VA Saturday, June 20, 2020, at 3:30 PM and all are welcome to attend.
Nancy requested memorial contributions to be made to the Humane Society of Warren County or to the Linden Volunteer Fire Department.
Prayers of comfort for Nancy’s family. Will miss her beautiful smile. Rest in peace my dear friend and classmate.
My dearest Nancy
I am glad you are no longer suffering. I will miss our talking to each other and you terribly. I have been so privileged to have you in my life. It has been a blessing to have a friend like you once in a lifetime. Thank you Nancy for being there when I needed you and I will never forget you. Love you always Phyllis
I will miss you girlfriend but so glad your suffering has turned into angel wings looking over us. Rest in Peace best friend
My condolences. My prayers are with the family. Great memories growing up in Linden.
The strongest lady I have ever known … always a smile … will miss you my friend .. hugs to Art, Linda, and her many friends a d family .. will miss you dear Nancy!
Your smile and laugh is something I’ll never forget. So many memories that I’ll cherish forever. Until we meet again…Love you
I have been flooded with memories of our over thirty years of friendship. You were my rock for so many years. I miss you so much,but I am glad that you are out of your suffering and resting in God’s loving arms. My deepest sympathies to your whole family and all of your friends.
Dearest Nancy,
We first met in 1981 when we both worked for the Federal Government. And have been good friends ever since. We shared so many office lunches, Warren Co lunches and B&B trips, house and garden tours, antique shopping and visiting/eating at Four Springs Farm. I will miss those times together but have such wonderful memories to keep with me. You showed such strength and grace during the illnesses and I’m glad your pain is over. I love you.
Debby
Shirley and I were sorry to hear about your passing Nancy, we will miss you. Knowing you for the past 20 years was special, you were like a family member. Such a sharing caring person, we looked forward to the fresh fruit and vegetables you brought us Also, spending time with us taking us for rides, having lunch out and having your corn bread along with Nellie’s beans at our house was fun. Our son Ricky and you, not so long ago shared some support to one another. We will always remember you and Ricky.
May you both rest in peace.
Was sorry to recently hear about Nancy’s passing. I hadnt seen her for many years. We first met in 1971. We rode to work together & we had alot of laughs together. I m sure she is greatly missed.