In loving memory of

Nancy L. Gore
September 15, 1940 - March 11, 2016

Upland: Nancy L. (Showalter) Gore, 75, died early Friday morning, March 11, 2016, in her home, surrounded by family. She was born in Upland, the daughter of the late Donal J. and C. Kay (Kistner) Showalter. She graduated from Jefferson Township High School with the class of 1958 and earned her Bachelors Degree from Taylor University. She also attended Ball State University for post-graduate studies. Nancy married James Gore on October 18, 1959, in Upland. He preceded her in death on March 31, 2008. Mrs. Gore, who had lived in Upland for most of her life, enjoyed being involved in her community. So much so, that she started the weekly SEG-Way Newspaper and managed it for several years. She was formerly employed at Taylor University as the Director of Testing in the Psychology Department and was a 3rd generation, life-long business owner in Upland. Nancy extended her community involvement by being an active member of the Upland Lions Club, Upland Seniors Group, Upland Area Historical Society, Upland Chamber of Commerce, and Our Town Upland. She also contributed heavily in the Helping Hand ministry in Upland, the Upland Area Greenways Project, and served as the Upland Labor Day Parade Chairman for many years. Survivors include two sons, Alan (Carla) Gore, Millersville, Maryland, Neal (Tamara) Gore, Indianapolis; a brother, Max (Arlene) Showalter, Cincinnati, Ohio; a niece, Amy (Derek) Jackson; five grandchildren, Christopher, Jonathan, Emile, Brian, and Cody. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Dale "Jim" Showalter. Memorials may be made to Helping Hand c/o Upland Community Church, 439 W. Berry Ave., Upland, Indiana, 46989, or to the Upland Lions Club, P.O. Box 445, Upland, Indiana, 46989. Visitation:4-8 PM, Monday, March 14, 2016, Jones-Smith Funeral Home, 259 N. Main St., Upland, IndianaFuneral Service:5:00 PM, Tuesday, March 15, 2016, Jones-Smith Funeral Home, 259 N. Main St., Upland, IndianaAt her request, the body will be cremated. Visitation MAR 14. 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM Jones-Smith Funeral Home, Inc. 259 N . Main St. P.O. Box 73 Upland, IN, US, 46989 dennis@jones-smithfuneralhome.com http://www.jones-smithfuneralhome.com/ Funeral Service MAR 15. 05:00 PM Jones-Smith Funeral Home, Inc. 259 N . Main St. P.O. Box 73 Upland, IN, US, 46989 dennis@jones-smithfuneralhome.com http://www.jones-smithfuneralhome.com/

Tributes

Kim Carll-Puckett - May 14, 20.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Oh, I'm sorry. My mom, Carolyn Pogue Carll thought so highly of Nancy."

Bill Chambers and Arcana Lodge #427 wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Bill Chambers and Arcana Lodge #427 purchased the Beautiful in Blue for the family of Nancy L. Gore."

Nancy Gillespie - March 14, 20.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"I worked with Nancy for a number of years at Taylor. I learned a lot about not only my job, but also about life from Nancy. Her faith in God and strong sense of service to her community was admired. We know that you, her family, will miss her the most. But all of us who knew her will miss her spunk as well as her kindness. Bless you."

Rita Koch - March 14, 2016 at .. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"I so enjoyed meeting you her family today and understand why she was proud of you. She is already greatly missed. May God's comfort, peace and strength be multiplied to you."

Tamara Gore - March 25, 2016 a.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Thank you. We miss her very much!"

Dorothy Anne Schultz - March 1.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Nancy was real go getter. The newspaper she started was the neatest - you were able to catch up on all the news. It was a lot of work but she did it seamlessly. She was so friendly and kind. We will miss her."

L Sordelet - March 12, 2016 at.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Upland was very fortunate to have Nancy as well as the Showalter family as active members of the community. Nancy was always willing to help or give you some history about the town. She will be greatly missed.Lynnette Pingry Sordelet"

March 11, 2016 at 09:27 PM wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Sweetest Sunrise Bouquet was purchased for the family of Nancy L. Gore."

Doug and Mary Spence - March 1.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Doug And Mary Spence lit a candle in memory of Nancy L. Gore"

Doug and Mary Spence - March 1.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Our community is better for having Nancy in our midst....She will be missed...."

Jack and Linda Trees - March 1.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Nancy was one of the best on earth and will be missed by many. May God's blessings help her family at this time. We all have great memories that no one can take from us of Nancy."

Sue Coppock - March 11, 2016 a.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"So sorry to here of Nancy passing. Upland has lost a wonderful lady."

Lamona Miller - March 11, 2016.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"So very sorry to hear the news of Nancy's passing. What a loss to the community of Upland. She was always so dedicated and an advocate for Upland. She will be missed by all she called her friend . No one can take her place. I was honored to have known her and our friendship went back to the days at JHS grade school when we both played in the band. Great memories!"

Dennis Smith - March 11, 2016 .. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"One of Uplands life long cheerleaders, will be sadly missed!"

Barbara Dixon - March 11, 2016.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:

"Was so sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. She will definitely be missed."