Nancy Ann Hemer

Nancy Ann Hemer, age 85, of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 1:24 AM on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville, Ohio. Nancy was born on January 6th, 1940, to the late Harry & Mildred (Gibbons) Pearson. Nancy is survived by her husband of 66 years, Peter Fremont Hemer whom she married on April 4th, 1959; her son, Jeff Hemer & Susan Kastrinos of New Smyrna Beach, Florida; daughter Pam Aldridge & husband Ray Aldridge of Louisville, Kentucky; son David Hemer & wife Masako Hemer of Estero, Florida; and son Chris Hemer of Troy, Ohio.

Nancy is survived by her sisters, Sandy (Mike) McClurg of Versailles, Ohio and Linda Renstchler of Lancing, Tennessee along with her cherished grandchildren Andrew Walpole, Adam (Machaela) Walpole, Anne (Randall) Allread, Sarah (Braden) Park, Kendall (Lindy) Hemer and great grandchildren Owen Walpole, Leo Allread, Nellie Hemer, and Hattie Park. Additionally, extended family of Marlise McCallister and Chistopher (Annika) Fourman.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents Harry & Mildred (Gibbons) Pearson, sisters Judy (Doug) Baker and Carol (Richard) Bundschuh, and brother Michael (Rosie) Pearson.

Nancy graduated from Versailles High School in 1958. She was involved in many activities, serving as a class officer, cheerleading and was honored as the Versailles High School Homecoming Queen her senior year. After graduation, Nancy went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in education from Wright State University, graduating with honors while having 4 children in middle school and high school. From there, she joined Ansonia Schools where she taught 4th grade for 26 years, retiring in May of 2002. While at Ansonia, Nancy was honored as Teacher of The Year in 1994. She was also recognized as a Jennings Foundation Scholar which celebrates those teachers who bring excellence to teaching in Ohio. After retiring from teaching, Nancy obtained her real estate license and enjoyed a successful career for the next 15 years. Her real estate slogan on her business card read “Homework is Still my Business”.

Nancy enjoyed participating in and applying her knowledge to many volunteer activities including serving as a board member for the Darke County Board of Mental Retardation and Development Disabilities for 6 years, helping high school students with their scholarship applications through the Darke County College Access Program, and often sharing ideas with local, state and federal representatives on how local education efforts could be improved. Nancy was a life-long active member of St. Paul’s Episcopal church.

Nancy loved to spend time with family, neighbors and a large group of friends. She was well known for her exemplary cooking skills and her homemade pies. One of her gifts was delivering amazing homecooked meals and pies to people in her community, always looking out and caring for others. Nancy’s bridge playing career spanned over 60 plus years and she was a very skilled bridge player. She had a very close group of precious friends who brought such joy, laughter and happiness to her life. They would often go on “Queen of Hearts” retreats at different destinations and spend several days just playing bridge and enjoying deep fellowship. She also loved being involved in the lives of her grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and truly cherished the personal time she had with them. She always made a point to stay connected and be present for them in their lives. One of Nancy’s favorite times of year was Christmas, and she certainly knew how to make it magical for her family and friends with her festive decorations, delicious meals and games that filled the home with laughter and love.

A resurrection celebration of Life will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Greenville, Ohio at 10:30 am on Saturday, July 12th, 2025. Afterwards, a private burial for the immediate family will take place at the Greenville Union Cemetery. Following the church service, there will be a gathering of friends and family in celebration of Nancy’s life from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 12th, 2025, at The Elks Lodge in Greenville, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church or, as Nancy would do, lift someone up who needs a helping hand. Special thanks to all the caring Brethren Retirement Community staff, nurses and aides, caregiver support, Greenville Everheart Hospice Care, and dear family and friends who visited often. Also, special thanks from the Hemer family to John and Terry Miller who are not only wonderful neighbors, but family to us.

Tribute Funeral Homes is entrusted with the services of Nancy. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.tributefuneralhomes.com.