Nancy Sue Porter, a beacon of joy and the unofficial queen of Yahtzee, rolled her final dice on January 13, 2026, at the spry age of 78. Born on April 13, 1947, in Lafayette, Indiana, to the late Mitchell and Beverly Bray, Nancy's early years were filled with the kind of wholesome Midwestern charm that would later become the bedrock of her generous spirit.
Graduating with the Hillsboro High School Class of '64, Nancy was as much a student of life as she was of her textbooks. Her Christian faith was the compass by which she navigated her journey, always pointing her towards acts of love and selflessness. Nancy's heart was as big as her laugh, and both were as infectious as a viral cat video.
Nancy's love for Western shows was only rivaled by her love for her family and friends. She was known to rustle up a mean batch of noodles, a skill she honed while cooking alongside her mom. Her culinary showdowns were the stuff of legend, and her secret ingredient was always a heaping spoonful of love. She was an avid collector of cardinals and Willow angels.
Nancy was a proud member of not one, but a variety of Lodges and clubs. She was the life of every party, and her knack for making everyone feel included was pure magic. As Madam President at the nursing home, she ruled with a benevolent hand, her reign marked by a spike in Bingo games and visits to the nail salon.
Nancy's nieces, Michelle Blair and Stacy Bray, and nephew, Ritchie Bray, great nieces, Katrina Blair (Nathaniel Robinson), Kayleigh Blair, Paige Barnes, Shaylee Roop, Rylee Bray, great nephew Kyle Blair, Skylar Bray, great great nephews Krew Black, Noah Bray, Owen Roop, great great niece Nova Roop will carry on her legacy of laughter and generosity. They were the apples of her eye, and she was their rock, their confidante, and their partner in crime when it came to sneaking an extra snack before dinner.
Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wallace Porter, and her siblings Mitchell Bray, David Bray, Jeanie Hollis, sister in laws Janet and Ginny Bray. Nancy's departure leaves a void that could only be filled by the memories of her boundless love and the echoes of her hearty chuckles. She was a woman who lived for the joy of giving, whether it was her time, her famous noodles, or a shoulder to lean on.
To say Nancy will be missed is an understatement. She was the kind of person who left a mark on your heart and a smile on your face. She was loving, selfless, and generous to a fault. Her spirit will live on in every game of Yahtzee, every Western sunset, and every perfectly manicured set of nails. Nancy Sue Porter, you were one of a kind, and your final curtain call is met with a standing ovation. Ride off into that sunset, Nancy. You've earned it.