Nancy P. Rodolph's Obituary
Nancy P. Rodolph, 72, passed away April 27, 2021, with her beloved husband by her side. She was born on June 23, 1948 to James A. Pearson and Mary E. Ervin in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She graduated from Scottsdale High School in 1966 and received a BS in Home Economics from The University of Arizona in 1970, where she was a proud Gamma Phi Beta.
In 1977, Nancy married Jim Rodolph in Tucson, Arizona where they raised their three children. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Jim, daughter Kellie, sons Tod and Greg (Deanna), 7 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, sisters Ann and Jane, and brother, John.
Nancy had a heart for service. She spent many years as a member of The Junior League of Tucson. In 1989, she was the the Vice-Chairman for Angel Charity for Children Inc., and was later awarded Guardian Angel Emeritus. She was an avid tennis player and a big fan of U of A basketball. Nancy was a phenomenal cook; she enjoyed spicy food and all the cheese! She loved reading, traveling and fast cars; a self-proclaimed “lead-foot”.
Nancy spent most of the year in her Tucson home and summers in the White Mountains and Coronado, CA. She loved decorating! Her homes were as vibrant and bold as her daily attire. Nancy lit up a room with her piercing blue eyes, infectious laugh, and radiant smile; she sparkled! She had a bodacious personality and a compassionate, caring heart. Nancy was a people person; family and friends were her lifeblood and she loved them well!
A Celebration of Life will be held on May 14th, 2021 at 10:30am at Catalina Foothills Church - 2150 E. Orange Grove Rd. Tucson, AZ 85718. Nancy loved color, so we kindly request that you wear bright clothing. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking donations be sent to Casa de Los Ninos in Tucson, in remembrance of Nancy.
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