Marcia Nanci
Age 74, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, January 1st, 2017. She is survived by her husband, James Nanci; son Joshua (Erin) Nanci; grandchildren, Jay and Eli; brother, Darrell Travis; many nieces and nephews; and dog, Cobi. Marcia was born on May 18th, 1942 in Pittsburgh, PA. She was a 1960 graduate of Wilmerding High School. She later married James Nanci on August 1st, 1964.
Marcia was an accomplished dog breeder and owner of several dog show champions, including I Have a Dream (Dreamer), the winner of the Working Group at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York City in 1990. Marcia truly lived life to the fullest and enjoyed cooking, fashion, decorating, reading, chatting with friends and family, and spending time with her two grandsons. She will be forever loved and remembered.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 10 a.m. for a memorial Blessing Service with a reception to follow for close friends and family to celebrate Marcia’s life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the UPMC Cancer Pavilion, Suite 1B 5150 Centre Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15232 or a local animal shelter.