Nancy Marcucci

Joan Van Den Berg - Verloop I still can't believe that my dear friend Nancy is no longer with us. I think of her every day and miss her even more. Often I picture her lovely, pretty face and then I smile. She was warm and very special to me, and she made me feel even more special. She gave me her Halloween costume in 2013 which I wear every year, it will live on. Thank you Nancy, for being a part of my life, big hugs as usual

Isabella Robinson Small Memory, barely a couple seconds of a video. GG was singing along and feeling festive on St. Patrick's Day March 17, 2017 at Hamilton House.

Liz Andersen We went to see the new bridge in Providence last fall, she had thought the state spent too much money and wasn’t really interested in going. We got lucky and found a parking spot right at the entrance and decided to go for a walk . Families were out and people were laughing. Nancy smiled and said “it really is beautiful “. We got a Dels lemonade and savored the view that day❤️

Nancy J Marcucci One of the many conversations I had with my mom these last several weeks is how proud she is of her family - children, grandchildren and the much loved spouses who were her kids as well. She felt this was her greatest accomplishment. She was always humble about the impact she had on making us the people we are today. As you will see in the many photos, her love was always present, advice and support there when needed and she always made sure we celebrated all the small and big moments together as a family. Mom we are so proud of you and love you very much. My oldest brother John told my mom “ you have filled our pockets with so many beautiful memories” we have them with us and you in our hearts everyday❤️

Rebecka Marcucci My favorite memories of Grandma are from our time spent at the beach each summer. They were consistently the best 2 weeks of the year. Closely followed by making ravis with Grandma, Nannie, and Jessie in the her kitchen without mixing bowls- flour everywhere, only women allowed, and lots of discussions about the right way to make the ping

Marjorie Stein So many great explorations. Whenever we moved Nancy and I loaded Bex in the car and went on an adventure. This was the Whistle Stop Cafe from one of our favorite movies. I will so miss my exploration partner❤️

Isabella Robinson This may not be the most flattering photo of my legs or the most exciting photo of GG, but to me, this is my greatest memory of her. When thinking of GG I'll remember going up her stairs and looking at all the things she's collected from students and her travels, I'll remember gently opening her door and calling out her name (multiple times, she was always in the back cooking, reading, or moving a heavy object she could've asked for help with), and her immediately sitting down in her chair to chat. We would talk about our days, the Tony awards, her memories of her kids (I've heard some stories over and over again), or just how nice it was. I really will miss her house and all the beautiful things she owned that always had a story, I will miss the smell of an alcoholic drink and dinner being made, I will miss hearing her voice, and most of all I will miss her saying, "That's the story and I'm sticking to it. I love you GG, Bella

Sarah Robinson Never will forget the traditions like “ the Jimmie Roll”

Sarah Robinson we will miss GG so much! Her role was very important in our life. provided us will a place to live ; at first it was just that but soon realized after 12 years it was much more..... Like Being there for Mekhi after school, sharing broadway stories with Bella, and being there the night Derrick was rushed to the hospital and when he had his transplant. We enjoyed our time at 21 oak dale ! What was going to be a year turned into over 12 years! We will miss so much especially her warm oatmeal chocolate chip cookies she would leave for us when we got home from a trip, GG’s cookies were the best! she was important in my life but also very important to Isabella and Mekhi. So fortunate to have her as my grandma but it was when became “GG “ that I discover our partnership! We were there for each other! I will never forget the moments GG was there for Derrick, Isabella , Mekhi and myself! Thank you GG!

Sarah Robinson I have so many memories and it’s very hard to share just one but one that always makes me smile is when grandma was given a huge Christmas tree to decorate one year . David , pasha and I helped her get in the stand then we went off to do something else leaving my grandmother to Finnish decorating when the next thing we knew was the tree had fallen on top of her we quickly when to help it off of her as we heard her call out Of course we felt so bad but then we Looked real serious at us then we all laughed she had a smile on her face and said come on guys I knew she had a great idea! we took the tree outside we got in the drove down to the tree place down the street as we drove home with the new tree on the roof and family arrived at the house we all shouted out “ we took the tree for a trim” and that was grandma making the best Of a situation!!!

Marjorie Stein Safe Travels

Marjorie Stein

Liz Andersen Goosewing Beach, Nancy gave me the directions ( before GPS) on how to get there. Probably her biggest gift to me and my family, although she did teach me how to make a great martini too💖

John Haley Favorite place on earth

Pasha Di Cicco Remembering and telling stories keep people alive. It’s what grandma did almost every day of her incredible life. For me, it was an integral part of being with her. I think she needed to create a “narration” of those she’d loved and of all the experiences she’d lived through- - both rough and amazing. These had shaped her and us as her privileged listeners. I loved listening to her funny, endearing, wise, intriguing anecdotes. She always answered all my questions— she understood my intense curiosity like nobody else. She indulged me as only a grandmother would. We shared opinions and enjoyed so many things together: movies, theater, music, art, travelling, good food ( especially what she cooked), looking for clothes like hats, scarves, jewelry— all better if second- hand/ vintage! She was at her best at the ocean, having fun and relaxed, but always in charge, vigilant. Her Hawkeye scanned the Atlantic waves for her wild kids, grand-kids, great-grandkids, even friends. We knew she had our back and grateful for it. I’ve inherited that way of hers now. I’ll always associate grandma with beach cottages, dunes, rocks, shells and sea glass, late-night card games, sand- filled beds (too tired to take a shower!) and her contagious laugh. I miss her “look” that shut you up as you started to whine— you knew where you stood with her. Most of all, I’ll remember and miss how special and loved I always felt with her, how present she was in my life ( in so many lives). I feel so lucky and grateful to have known and loved her. Your strong Native spirit soars and lives on in all the people you’ve touched. Miss and will always love you, Gram!

Pat Feinstein

Risa Gilpin Nancy and Jessica at an event at International House RI

Risa Gilpin Nancy with Zita and German - beloved by all her students!

Risa Gilpin Nancy o Nancy - what an honor it was to know Nancy - such a dedicated, warm, open-minded, liberal hearted, friend to all who came into contact with her. I got to know her as one of the many outstanding talented volunteer teachers who brought English for Speakers of Other Languages, through her accessible lessons to International House of Rhode Island - Cal and Nancy were the best team - conferring together and enjoying each others stories and approaches to language learning. I just learned of her passage and am so sad to hear this news. My deepest sympathy to family and friends

Kyoo Young Bae Nancy was the the kindest and loveliest teacher we have ever met. We will forever cherish what we have learned from you and the warmth of your presence. We will miss you dearly and we hope you will be watching us from heaven. Rest in peace our teacher and deepest condolences to Nancy's family Sincerely, Kyooyoung Bae and Esther Ahn

Risa Gilpin Nancy was a upbeat fixture at Thursday potluck lunches at International House RI

Risa Gilpin Cal and Nancy at International House of Rhode Island - we will miss her!!!

Joan Van Den Berg - Verloop