Nancy (Stutzman) Esterly, 79, of New Oxford, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Cross Keys Village Brethren Home Community. She was the loving wife of Gary E. Esterly; together they shared 59 years of marriage.

Born Saturday, September 11, 1943, in Allentown, PA, she was the daughter of the late Edison and Anna (Schmidt) Stutzman.

Nancy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She cherished her family and loved spending time with them. Nancy graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1963 with a degree in dental hygiene and worked as a dental hygienist until her retirement in 1994. After retiring, Nancy developed a passion for doing artwork, specifically painting canvases and gourds, she was an active member of the art club at Cross Keys Village and a member of the garden club.

In addition to her husband, Nancy is survived by two children, a son, Scott Esterly and his wife Beth of Ottawa, Canada; a daughter, Cheryl Garver and her partner Scott Nichols of Oakton, VA; a granddaughter, Zoe Esterly and a grandson, Andrew Garver. Mrs. Esterly is also survived by many loving extended family members and friends.

There will be a private burial at Grandview Cemetery in Allentown, PA.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Good Samaritan Fund, 2990 Carlisle Pike, New Oxford PA, 17350.

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