Nancy Phelps Obituary

Nancy and I met at Outward Bound. She was strong and had a great sense of humor. Later we hiked a major part of the Pacifici Crest Trail together in the early 70's. We touched base once in a while after that. I knew she had health issues but never suspected she would pass on. I will miss her because she and I were kindred spirits. Our love of the mountains kept us together always...

I first met Nancy when we were in the same Outward Bound "patrol" in Oregon on the first ever girls' course. I was 17 and Nancy was 18. She was a strong young woman, both as an athlete and as a leader. I admired her immensely. We kept in contact over the years and Jill Ward (also in the same Outward Bound group) and I visited Nancy and Myrl before covid and early into her struggle with her autoimmune disease. Despite how unfair this disease was, Nancy never complained and was always upbeat. Nancy, you will be missed. Myrl, you were her rock.

Nancy was a good lady. We climbed Mt Washington together and later when she visited Washington State we went up a few Cascade peaks including Mt. Snoqualmie and Mt. Stuart, then drove to Tonasquet to visit my friend John Mason. A year later John and I agreed to meet Nancy on top of Mt. Monadnock in New Hampshire, she coming from the east side and John and I from the west. It was a good reunion at the top. Nancy was a very vibrant and strong person who I was privileged to know.
Charles Bud Bergmann
South Newfane, Vermont

I remember meeting Nancy for the first trip at my cousins 50th birthday party. I liked her right away. I couldn't forget her first name or later her last name, told me I was her name sake. She was a very nice person and I enjoyed talking to her, when i got to see her. She would come to talk to me when ever she saw me.
Sorry for families loss.

Nancy Phelps Hayward

August 5,2017 met Nancy for
the first time, at a family party.. she was so warm and friendly, beautiful and vibrant. I was so happy for Myrl, that he met his soul mate .

I met Nancy after reconnecting with Myrl. My classmate from high school. My sister, Gwen Hackett, and I, fell in love with her immediately. Her zest for life. Her quick wit. Her yummy bread. The story of your wedding was perfect. I knew then that I would like her, and her adventurous spirit. I truly saddened that she has left us. Myrl, you have our deepest sympathy.

Dear Myrl and Family,

Our condolences on the passing of Nancy, She was a remarkable woman and will surely be missed.
May she rest in peace.

The Stitt Family

It's always sad when someone you know passes away from disease, not being allowed to live a full & long life. Nancy was a beautiful person & will be greatly missed by all her had the pleasure of knowing her. Farewell, Nancy.... Myrl, you're in our thoughts & prayers.

To Myrl and the family of Nancy,
Was saddened to learn of Nancy's passing. We shared some jr. and high school experiences together sharing the same home room through most of it. She was always ready to help others and did it with a smile. I was always so envious of her skiing ability. May she rest in peace now.

Dear Nancy's family and friends here are a few more photos of Nancy's life "work" - hiking, laughing, being true to one's moment in the world.

Thank you Nancy for your many, many gifts, your great courage and steadfastness, and succinct wit - irreplaceable. Miss you so much! So very, very glad to have known you. xoxo forever, ~ Diana

I was so blessed to have the opportunity to see Nancy recently before her passing.

We hiked numerous times in NH and was on the trip with her to Mt Baker and a week hiking in Colorado. She will certainly be missed in our hiking community.

My thoughts and prayers are with Myrl, a very loving and devoted husband

I am very sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. I've known her for many years thru hiking and also as a hike leader for the NH AMC Chapter. She will be missed.

Thinking of you Myrl and reflecting on our last visit when we met at the store in Andover. May you be surrounded by family, friends and wonderful memories to help you. Until I see you again, peace! Steve

So sorry, I enjoyed working with her at CMRC. Fascinating woman to talk with.

I’m so sad to hear of Nancy’s passing. She had such a beautiful soul, big heart, great courage and quiet strength. I will miss her. My condolences to Myrl and both of their families.

Thanks for enhancing our lives with your sole, your music, your enthusiasm, your hiking. Sang Joni Mitchell’s songs better than Joni did. We will miss you but never forget you.

I'm so sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. She was a delightful woman who shared many hikes with me over the years when we were much younger. May she rest in peace. My condolences to Myrl and her family.