Nancy M. Buchanan

Nancy M. Buchanan (Merizon), age 90 of Appleton, WI passed away on August 22, 2024. She was born to Isaac and Della (Kempf) Merizon on June 23, 1934 in Baltimore, Maryland.

Nancy was a woman with a full heart that she was willing to share with everyone. She spent a lot of her free time volunteering for organizations and charities, such as the Neenah/Menasha Thrift Shop, The Neenah Emergency Society, and as a tutor for children. She enjoyed many sports throughout her life, but most notably tennis, sailing and golf, especially as a member of the North Shore Golf Club. One could often find Nancy playing a fiercely competitive game of bridge with her friends. More than anything though, Nancy loved her family and cherished every moment she spent with them.

Nancy will be deeply missed by her children, Bren (Kris) Buchanan, David (Donna) Blank, Christina Pabst, and Jim (Paisley) Pabst; her grandchildren, Isaac, Blu, Tommy, Alex, and Lucy; her great-grandchildren, Hawk, River and Isaac; as well as many nieces, nephews, other extended relatives, and dear friends.

Nancy is preceded in death by her parents, Isaac and Della; her brother, William Merizon; and her last husband, William Buchanan.

With respect to Nancy’s wishes, no formal services will be held. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Neenah Animal Shelter.

Nancy’s family would like to extend a special thanks to Ellen and Todd Needham and Marcia and Mike Ostwald for their friendship and assistance with their mother. 

Donate to the Neenah Animal Shelter: https://neenahanimalshelter.org/donate.html 

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