Nancy Wiss Drury, 93, of Bedminster, lifelong love of reading

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April 12, 2016

Nancy Wiss Drury, 93, died peacefully at her home in Bedminster Township on Sunday, April 10, 2016, surrounded by family.

She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Baker Wiss of Orange. She lived for over 60 years in the Bedminster area, where she raised seven children.

Mrs. Drury set an unparalleled example of courage and strength in the face of adversity. Her spirit for life was unending and genuine.

She leaves behind a legacy of profound wisdom, humor and generosity to all who knew her. She had a lifelong love of reading, a passion for antiques, and a much-admired eye for color and design.

Mrs. Drury is survived by sons Robert of San Diego, Calif., and Brean of Bedminster; daughters Margaret and Deborah of Bedminster; and a granddaughter, Natasha, and two great-grandchildren, of New York City.

She was predeceased by three sons, Peter, Sean and Kevin.

A memorial service to commemorate her life will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 23, at 1436 Colton Road in Gladwyne, Pa.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) of Somerset Hills, 200 Mount Airy Road, Basking Ridge, N.J., 07920.