Nancy A. Stains

Born Feb. 1, 1937, in Mifflin County, she was the daughter of the late James C. and Phronie (Paul) Wray. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, James C. Wray, Jr., Gerald Wray, Elmer Wray, Leon Wray, Shirley Hook, and Betty Ishler. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.

Nancy is survived by her devoted husband, James E. Stains, with whom she shared 70 years of marriage, having been united in marriage on Nov. 12, 1955. She is also lovingly remembered by her daughter, Kristie J. Ruff and husband, Michael, of McVeytown; her son, James P. “Jim” “Jamie” Stains and wife, Melissa, of Lewistown; her cherished grandchildren, Seth D. Stains and wife, Angela, of Lewistown, Zackery J. Stains, of Lewistown, Molly J. Ank, of Bloomsburg, and Shane Ank, of Maryland; as well as her treasured great-grandchildren, Zoey R. Stains, Adalyn J. Stains, and Ariyan W. Ank.

A woman of steadfast faith, Nancy was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses at the age of 12 and remained a loyal member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Lewistown throughout her life.

Early in her career, she was employed by Russell National Bank in Lewistown. Later, she found passion and purpose as a skilled seamstress and, together with her husband, operated a successful crafting business. Nancy took joy in creating beautiful handmade items–whether woodwork, home dÈcor, or personalized gifts–which brought happiness to many families. She also cherished time spent with those she loved most, often sharing her talents in the kitchen through baking and canning for her family.

Per her wishes, all services will be private.

Arrangements have been entrusted to King-Barr Funeral Home LLC, 120 Logan Street, Lewistown.

Memorial contributions in loving memory of Nancy may be made to Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1125 US-522, Lewistown, PA 17044.

Online condolences may be shared at www.kingbarrfuneral home.com.