Birth date: Jul 4, 1949 Death date: Nov 5, 2016
FOLEY, Nancy E., 67, lifelong resident of Tampa, passed away quietly at home on Saturday, November 5, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Youel and Phyllis Beazley and brother Andrew Beazley. Nancy retired from Tampa E Read Obituary
Missing My Sister And Best Friend
©️ Belinda Stotler
One morning I found you in eternal sleep;
I tried to wake you as I began to weep,
But all my pleas you could not hear;
Oh if I could have only kept you near,
Away from the voices of those who went before,
Who beckoned you to come to that distant shore.
I find it so very hard to believe
That you have gone and I must grieve;
I call out your name -- you answer not,
And I look for you in every familiar spot.
Everything seems so strange and surreal,
I ask everyday is it a dream or real?
Where are the soft brown eyes of affection?
Where is the laughter and talk of childhood reflection?
Where is the loving care when I was sick or sad?
Where is the generous soul for which I was glad?
Where is the forgiving and understanding heart?
Where are the bonds that were there from the start?
I miss all the little ways you showed you cared,
For there were so many good moments we shared;
Looking back on my life's assorted scenes,
I realized you taught me what love truly means;
You were my trusted confidante and best friend,
On whose loving support I could always depend.
I look at your smiling face in all my photos;
Memories flood my mind as I touch the mementos
From the happy times you and I have had,
But now these bring tears and make me sad;
For the time together went by in a wink,
Life was not as long as we'd like to think.
Sometimes memories bring comfort and make me smile,
But there are times when grief takes over for a while;
Friends offer gentle words and prayers to console,
And tell me what has happened to your loving soul;
Can it be true what they say of time healing grief?
Is it enough when they say death has given you relief?
Can we believe what others say of a better place,
Where our beloved ones rest in God's warm embrace?
I should be happy you're free of pain and sorrow,
And rejoice that you'll always have tomorrow.
How can I then be so heartbroken and selfishly cry,
Return to me from that peaceful place where you lie!"
Now I look down at your name on a cold hard stone
That says little of the loving light you have shone;
It tells nothing of the wonderful person you were,
And only serves to remind me of the painful loss I endure;
But I know your kind soul wants no tears or pain,
Instead you'd want warm memories and love to remain.
Although I cry and stand grief-stricken by your grave,
I promise not to forget the loving memories you gave;
But still I miss you so very much my sister dear,
And your caring words I once again long to hear;
My heart's only solace is one day I will see you as before,
Beckoning me to come join you on that white distant shore.
Welcome. On behalf of the family we would like to thank everyone for joining us today to celebrate Nancy’s life.
Nancy started life with a bang when she arrived on the fourth of July. That was when the sparks began to fly. No one slept the next six months, and the only way she could be quieted was by being rocked around the clock and only by her mother.
Twenty-two short months later a baby sister, Bobbie, arrived. So began a lifetime of fun and adventure for the two little girls. She would put her little sister up to mischief in order to stay out of trouble knowing that the baby would not be punished. Their relationship was rocky at times and one such occasion was a game of “cowboys and indians” when she tied Bobbie to the bedpost surrounding her with crumpled newspapers all set to burn her at the stake. It was good thing that “sheriff Mom" arrived just in time save the day.
As the years past, seven to be exact, a baby brother, Rusty, was added to the inseparable sisters. And so a new adventure began. Now they had a real life baby doll to play with and dress and, yes, before long to torture.
Another seven years passed and each had developed their own personalities when they got the news they were being joined by yet another sibling. As a tenth grader Nancy did not take this news well. But it didn’t take long for them all to share in spoiling the new baby, Andy.
Life happened and time passed, there were graduations, weddings and careers. With the loss of grandparents, parents, brother Andy, Nancy took her role as “big sister” very seriously as a confidant, protector and mother hen to Bobbie and Rusty.
Older sister was not her only role, she was a loyal, loving wife to her husband of 46 years, Terry. Together they built a life filled with laughter, love, and lasting memories.
In addition, Nancy had a successful career and a job she loved. As she eased into retirement her life was filled with family, friends and hobbies she loved.
While Nancy was taken too soon, we should take comfort in having had the privilege of knowing her, loving her and spending time with her. Rest assured she will be sewing, quilting, and gardening while keeping all the angels in line and watching over us.
I worked in the same department as Nancy for at least 20 years. She was the best at her role. But, more importantly, she was the best as person. Since many of us think of Tampa Electric as a family, I feel like I have lost a family member.
And I am saddened. My sincere sympathy to the family.
Nancy was a beautiful person. A smile on her face and with a positive demeanor.We worked together at TECO for many years.. She could be counted on at all times.What a wonderful gal , and I have fond memories of her. She will be missed, but I am positive she is with God.
Love,
Bob Tomczak
I worked with Nancy for several years. She was one of the kindest, most thoughtful, and helpful co-workers that I have ever worked with. She will be greatly missed, Don Pless
On behalf of the entire staff of Boza & Roel Funeral Home please accept our sincere condolences.
