Age 72 of Portsmouth died Friday, July 27, 2012 at Southern Ohio Medical Center. She was born October 14, 1939 in Williamantic, CT, to Richard and Martha (DeFries) Ward. Nancy enjoyed cooking, housekeeping, and going for rides.

She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Tom; one son, Richard Fraher, Jr. of Pensacola, FL; one daughter, Sherry Ryan of Polk City, FL; two grandchildren, Matthew and Mika.

Private services will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be left at www.WolfeNelsonFuneralHome.com. Arrangements are being handled by Wolfe -Nelson Funeral Home in Sciotoville.