Nancy Lou Simler , 87 passed away peacefully at her home in Forreston, IL. Nancy was born In Freeport, IL on May 12, 1933 to Melvin and Dorothy (Gassman) Winters. She grew up on a farm outside Pearl City, IL and graduated from Pearl City High School.

Nancy married the love of her life, Earl Simler in August, 1951. Together, they ran the family business,  Simler Hardware Plumbing and Heating in Forreston, IL, where Nancy took care of the business duties. Nancy was a member of Forreston Reformed Church. Nancy loved sewing and was an excellent cook. She was very active in her community and her church. She was a huge Chicago Cubs fan and enjoyed golf. She especially loved spending time with her family.

Nancy is survived by her son, Dennis Simler (Brenda Boynton) of Forreston, IL; daughter, Debra Heizler of Forreston, IL; four grandchildren, Danielle (Mario) Misiaszek of South Beloit, IL, Darren (Anna-Cheri) Simler of Sun Prairie, WI, Dylan Simler of Forreston, IL, and Michael Heizler of Freeport, IL; and four great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her son, Larry Simler and her son in law, Art Heizler.

A memorial fund has been established in her name.

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