Nancy L. Gangwer

Nancy  L. Gangwer, age 92, of Ligonier IN, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at home. She was born on July 18, 1930 the daughter of Ralph and Lillian (Apel) Hawkins.

On January 14, 1947, she married Merritt D. Gangwer in Goshen, IN; he preceded her in death on August 29, 2018.

Nancy is survived by her daughter: Patsy Pippenger of Elkhart, IN; six grandchildren: Dave Schmidt, Terrel, Troy and Tracy Pippenger, Spenser Strong and his significant other, Natasha Smith, of Cromwell, IN, Veronica Strong of Ligonier, IN;  Six great-grandchildren: Wesley Strong of Cromwell, IN, Jaylyn Coy and Xavia Strong of Ligonier, IN; Nova Strong, Gatlin Strong, and Treyton Strong, all of Ligonier; and a brother, Tom (Pat) Hawkins of Garrett, Indiana.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 71 years, Merritt D. Gangwer; a daughter, Linda Strong; and two siblings, Jimmy and Thora.

Nancy will be laid to rest with Merritt on Friday January 27, 2023 at Sparta Cemetery in Kimmell, Indiana with a graveside service beginning at 2pm.

Memorial contributions in Nancy’s honor may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Hospital,  62 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105.

Yeager Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family online at www.yeagerfuneralhome.com .