Nancy J. Clabaugh, age 76, of Shelby, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. Her death came unexpectedly.
Born November 14, 1947 in Canton to the late Gail Kenneth and Pauline Julia “Polly” (Martin) Walters, she graduated in 1965 from Shelby High School. Nancy had been employed at Shelby Mutual Insurance for 16 years until 1994 when, with the encouragement and support of her husband, Ted, and her family, she went back to school earning her nursing degree from North Central Technical College. Fulfilling her lifelong dream of being a nurse, she worked for various doctor’s offices in Mansfield and Shelby before retiring in 2010. For hobbies, Nancy absolutely loved camping and was a Browns Backers member through the inevitable ups and downs all Browns fans endure.
Nancy is survived by her husband of 35 years, Ted H. Clabaugh, whom she wed August 18, 1989; children: Tammy Nedolast and Tim (Sarah) Ewing; stepsons: Scott Clabaugh and Jarrod Clabaugh; grandchildren: Tyler Ewing, Jamie (Josh) Van Pelt, Cody Reitler (Anthony Jeffery), Gabby Ewing, and Andrew Ewing; great grandchildren: Kaylea Cole, Darrel Van Pelt, and Jaxon Van Pelt; and other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by her sister: Carol Whisler; and stepson: Brian Clabaugh.
Calling hours and funeral services will be private at the Penwell Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby, with Pastor James Robinson officiating. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Shelby. For those wishing, memorial contributions may be made the American Cancer Society (https://donate.cancer.org).
Condolence may be left on Nancy’s obituary on the funeral home’s website (PenwellFuneralHome.com) or their Facebook page (Facebook.com/PenwellFuneralHome).
To view Nancy’s tribute video click here: Nancy’s tribute video.
I’m so sorry to hear this! Knew Nancy for many years and always looked forward to running into her & Ted at Lyn-Way. Hugs & prayers for comfort. Rest in peace Nancy and fly high my friend.
Ted, so sorry about your loss, she was a great person. Jeff and Jo
We are so sorry to see of Nancy’s passing. She sure fought for a long time. Our sincere condolences to the family.
Ted, we are so sorry for your loss of Nancy. Larry & Connie
Our deepest sympathy Ted. Will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Uncle Ted, We are so very sorry. We love you.
Ted – I’m so sorry. The last time we talked, you were so happy that she was doing so much better. My prayers of strength are with you during this difficult time.
Ted, so sorry to learn of your loss. She was loved and you did your very best in taking care of her. Many prayers coming comfort during for you and the family during this sad time — God Bless!
So terribly sorry to hear about Nancy. Though and prayers go to the whole family.
Ted so sorry for your loss.
Ted and family,
So sorry for the passing of your wife Nancy.
God Bless
Mary Ann Robertson
My sincere condolences Tim. I remember staying overnight and your mother being so incredibly nice until she swore we would go through your door playing nerf basketball, she took me so many places as my mom was still working and acted as a second mother. She cheered us on every Friday in the fall, and as well in the Spring. She as well as my mother have left us way too early. Again, my condolences.
Ted, Tammy, & Tim, (and family)
We are so sorry for your loss…
Sending lots of love & prayers and asking God to hold you all very close during this sad time. Nancy had a lot of people on the other side who were waiting for her to come home. She will be greatly missed. We had so many good times together with our family get-togethers.
God Bless you & keep you in his loving arms.
Ted. So sorry for your loss. Condolences to you and your family
Ted. So sorry for your loss. Condolences to you and your family
Ted I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you and your family!
Nancy & I lived across the street from each other for many years when we were younger. We had a lot of fun playing hide & seek! She was a sweet person. I had not seen her in many years & am very sorry to learn of her death. My condolences to her family. ❤️❤️
I am so sorry to learn of Nancy’s passing.
Tim and family – deepest condolences and prayers of comfort during this difficult time.
Ted, We were so sorry to learn of Nancy’s passing. We had so much fun camping along side of you two at Wagon Wheel. Wow that was a long time ago! Many fond memories there. Please know that we send our most sincere condolences.
I am sorry to have read the notice of the loss of your wife,Ted.
Too often, life just doesnt seem fair.
Hopefully your many friends and your forever-memories can help ease your ❤️.
I be also send love to your entire family, as we all feel loss when death happens-even tho we know it is part of our living
It never feels ‘easy’ to accept. ❤️