Nancy Sue Early. (nee Merick)

August 3 1942-December 21, 2024

Nancy S Early, 82 years, of Maryland Heights, Missouri passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024 at home surrounded by loved ones.

She and Billy Joe Early were married for 41 years

before he passed in 2004.Nancy was a devoted mom to Lisa M Early, Lori G Pettet (Mark), Gregory J Early (Melanie), and Mark E Early (Samé). She was a proud grandmother to Ava, John, Ashley, Travis, Hailey, Brady, Lainey and Carter. She was the youngest of seven and is survived by her sisters Barbara Boyer, Kay Winkle, and brother Bill Merick. She is also survived by her dear sister-in-law Arvilla Early. Other survivors include a large extended family of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Her parents, Walter and Mercedes preceded her in death as well as her sisters Adah Rowell, Shirley Murphy, and Rozellla Payne.

Nancy enjoyed reading and watching Hallmark movies, but her passion was spending time with her family.

Services will be held at Collier's Funeral Home on Friday, December 27. Visitation begins at 10:00 AM with service following at 12:00 PM. Interment at Fee Fee Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to Shriner's Children's Hospital at donate.lovetotherescue.org.

Memorials may be given to Shriner's Hospital for Children.

Visitation Friday, December 27, 10:00 AM until time of service 12:00 Noon at COLLIER'S Funeral Home, 3400 North Lindbergh Blvd. (St. Ann). Interment Fee Fee Cemetery.