NEWPORT NEWS — Nancy Post Heinbach, 79, transitioned peacefully Monday, Dec. 21, 2020.
She loved Christmas and her faith. Her passing on December 21 was spiritually appropriate, given the winter solstice and the rare conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn nicknamed, “The Christmas Star.” This rare Christmas Star was a beautiful beacon of light to show her the path to her eternal home. Nancy was with family physically and virtually throughout her journey.
A special thank you to the family of caregivers at Magnolia Manor in Smithfield who provided comfort, compassion and dignity as she transitioned to her eternal rest.
Nancy was born in Richmond. She was a graduate of Warwick High School, Newport News, Class of 1959. She worked many years for the City of Newport News, retiring from the Department of Planning and Development. She loved her profession and coworkers. She was adept in word processing and became the department’s leading advisor and mentor in word processing and document drafting. Some said she was a bit of a “guru.” Additionally, she received the endearing nickname of “Ouiser” from a special coworker and friend.
Anyone familiar with the movie Steel Magnolias knows exactly what this means. “Nancy, you know we love you more than our luggage.”
A woman of multiple talents, she played the piano and produced beautiful needlepoint work. For the past couple of decades, she touched, amazed and inspired people with the heartfelt beautiful handmade cards she loved to create. They are treasures.
Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, Clair Heinbach; parents, James and Dorothy Post Sr.; brother, James Selden Post Jr.; and beloved nephew, Steve Post, who loved and cared for her.
She is survived by her daughter, Annette Bene (Steve); son, George Alie; granddaughter, Gennifer Alie; grandsons, Rafe and Galen Bene; special “grandchildren,” Amanda and Noah Clevinger; and nephews, Jimmy Post, along with great-niece and great-nephew, Shannon and Selden, and Scott Post (Susan), along with great-nephew and great-niece, Scotty and Joanna.
The family will hold a private graveside service. A celebration of life service will be held when we can all gather safely.
Nancy loved her family at First Baptist Church of Newport News and her King’s Daughters’ Sunday School Class, who had stayed in touch with her. She also loved her dogs and her cats dearly.
The family requests no flowers. Please honor Nancy’s memory through donations in her name to the First Baptist Church of Newport News Food Pantry, The Humane Society or animal rescue organization of your choice.
Share online condolences with the family at Weymouth Funeral Home.
