Obituary of Nancy Lee Wisner

Nancy Lee Wisner, 80, of Adna, Washington, passed away peacefully at home on August 15, 2018, surrounded by family after a long battle with Primary Lateral Sclerosis.  Nancy was born June 12, 1938 to John and Lillian Hein at the family farm in Pomeroy, Washington.  Nancy attended Adna High School, where she was the Salutatorian of her graduating class in 1956.  Adna High School was also where she met the love of her life, LeeRoy Wisner.  They were married in May 1957 and built their first home together on Crego Hill before moving to Highway 6 in 1974. 

She held many jobs throughout the years but was most recognized for her 18 years driving school bus for the Adna School District.  She also worked as a bookkeeper for many years at the family owned business, Wisner’s Gun Shop.  After retirement, she spent several years volunteering at Providence Centralia Hospital.  

Nancy greatly enjoyed gardening, bike riding, walking, sewing, embroidery and reading.  She also loved to bake and, when the children were growing up, there was always a full cookie jar, pie or cake on the counter.  LeeRoy and Nancy liked to square dance and were members of the Adna Do Si Do’s. She loved to be active and outdoors, the beach was one of her favorite destinations.   Nancy loved sports as well and played slow pitch on the Sandrini Construction team for several years.  She was also active with the Daughters of Washington Pioneers, Lewis County Chapter.  After her retirement, you could find her walking “the loop” near their home on Highway 6 every morning, snow, rain or shine.  Nancy was an original, die hard Seattle Seahawks fan, following the team long before being a 12th man was popular. 

Her grandchildren and great grandchildren brought the most joy in life for her.  She was very active in their lives and could be counted on to spoil them greatly with the gift of love and time well spent.

Nancy is preceded in death by her parents, John and Lillian Hein; brother, Ken Hein; and son, Donald Wisner.  She is survived by her husband of 61 years, LeeRoy Wisner; son, Jim (Jennifer) Wisner; daughter, Julie (Royald) Richter; grandsons, Brad (Megan Beck) Wisner, Kris (Andrea Zabroski) Baird and Jaden Wisner; great granddaughters, Ember and Willow Wisner; her bonus great grandchildren, Tyronn and Terannce Forsythe; and another great grandchild due in February.  She is also survived by her sister, Anna Lynes; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to all of the Hospice staff with Assured Home Health.  They were a wonderful blessing and provided such loving care.

In lieu of flowers and gifts, the family asks that donations be made to the Adna Scholarship Foundation (ASF) for the Wisner Family Scholarship, P. O. Box 93, Adna, WA 98522 or to the charity of your choice in Nancy’s name.