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Edward “Ed” Thomas Nauer

Date of Death: November 6, 2018

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Thursday 11/8, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rosary Service at 7:30 PM

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Service
Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church
130 Keating Drive
Winchester, Virginia 22601
(540) 662-5858 |
Friday 11/9, 1:00 pm

cemetery

Cemetery
Location Not Available
Friday 11/9

Shenandoah Memorial Park Mausoleum

memorial

Memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Blue Ridge Hospice
333 W. Cork Street, Suite 405
Winchester, Virginia 22601

Dried/canned foods will be accepted
at the family gathering to donate
to CCAP

Edward Thomas “Ed” Nauer, 75, of Stephens City, Virginia passed away Tuesday, November 6, 2018, at home surrounded by his loving family.

Mr. Nauer was born in 1943 in Atlanta, Georgia, the son of the late Xavier and Margaret Nauer. He was a stellar high school athlete, lettering in baseball, basketball, and football. Mr. Nauer graduated from St. Peter’s University in Jersey City, New Jersey earning a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing. He was a Logistician for Technicon, which is now Thermo Fisher Scientific in Middletown, Virginia and later Warehouse Manager at Family Dollar Distribution Center. Mr. Nauer was past District Deputy of the Knights of Columbus, as well as a Grand Knight five times. He was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church and enjoyed doing the Outreach Christmas tree and was also an adorer in the Sacred Heart Adoration Chapel. Mr. Nauer enjoyed golfing, bowling and was an avid Redskins fan. His greatest passion was family…..especially spending time with the grandchildren. He would faithfully attend their sporting events and anything they were involved in. He is a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother that will be missed.

He married Joan Ricklefs on August 27, 1966 in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey.

Surviving with his wife of 52 years are daughters, Cynthia “Cindy” Simmons (Gary), Peggy Timberlake (Tyler), and Laura Gaither (Kermit); grandchildren, Austin, Evan, Ryan, and Kayla Simmons and Ciara and Olivia Gaither; granddogs, Max Simmons and Coalie Timberlake; sisters, Alicia Cruz (Roberto) and Anne DeBose (Will); brothers, Christopher Nauer (Susan), Franklin Nauer (Diana), and William Nauer (Kathleen); and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

A gathering of family and friends will be from 5 pm to 8 pm on Thursday at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel with a rosary service at 7:30 pm.

A funeral mass will be conducted at 1 pm on Friday at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church with Reverend Bjorn Lundberg officiating. Entombment will be in Shenandoah Memorial Park Mausoleum, Winchester, Virginia.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ed’s memory to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, Virginia 22601 or dried/canned foods will be accepted at the family gathering to donate to CCAP.

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Map
Thursday 11/8, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rosary Service at 7:30 PM

Service
Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church
130 Keating Drive
Winchester, Virginia 22601
(540) 662-5858 | Map
Friday 11/9, 1:00 pm
Cemetery
Location Not Available
Friday 11/9

Shenandoah Memorial Park Mausoleum

Memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Blue Ridge Hospice
333 W. Cork Street, Suite 405
Winchester, Virginia 22601

Dried/canned foods will be accepted
at the family gathering to donate
to CCAP

Edward Thomas “Ed” Nauer, 75, of Stephens City, Virginia passed away Tuesday, November 6, 2018, at home surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Nauer was born in 1943 in Atlanta, Georgia, the son of the late Xavier and Margaret Nauer. He was a stellar high school athlete, lettering in baseball, basketball, and football. Mr. NauerContinue Reading

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jonathan nauer left a message on November 9, 2018:
My condolences to my family and friends of Ed. I cherish the memories of road trips with Ed, Joan, Cindy, Peggy and Laura to visit my grandparents. His family was very close to ours when my sister died and helped my parents and I get through those tough times. He taught me how to play baseball and I will never forget his laugh, his hilarious stories and his warm hospitality. I am more than honored to have known him and will miss him tremendously.
Ismet Nuri left a message on November 9, 2018:
Sorry for your loss. Senior bowling league mamber.
Jonathan Nauer left a message on November 9, 2018:
My condolences go out to all the family and friends of Ed. Going on road trips from Virginia to New Jersey in my youth with Ed, Joan, Cindy, Peggy and Laura to visit my grandparents are some of the best times in my life. He taught me to play baseball and was always there to give the best advice and stories from his past that never failed to get a laugh out of me. I will never forget his laugh and the impact he had on others.
Jim Ginas left a message on November 8, 2018:
Condolences and prayers for the Nauer family and friends. I read Ed was a Knight. Glad to see he had God in his life and all the kind and loving words.
Denise and Brooke Snapp left a message on November 8, 2018:
I grew up with Cindy, Peg and Laura. I spent many years with Joan and Ed with the laughter and warmth of the entire family. Ed could always make me laugh. My heart breaks for your family as I know how close you all are. I hope you find comfort knowing he is an angel now sharing all those laughs with others and he will never let you all out of his sight. God Bless
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Louise & Tim Grant left a message on November 8, 2018:
We have missed the joyful Nauer family since moving from Winchester and we Send heartfelt condolences to you all during this difficult time. Ed is remembered and will continue to be remembered in our prayers as is Joan and the entire Nauer clan.
Carin Delancey left a message on November 7, 2018:
IF it doesn't take more than two to play golf, then let the game begin!
Mark and Michelle Timberlake left a message on November 7, 2018:
Much love and many prayers to the Nauer family during this time of sorrow and loss.
Mark and Michelle Timberlake left a message on November 7, 2018:
We will remember Ed fondly. We always enjoyed chatting with Ed at family events. We could count on his humor to bring about a smile and a chuckle. He will be so very missed. We are thinking of you Joan, Cindy, Peggy, and Laura during this sad time. Wishing you and all of Ed's family grace and comfort in the coming days and months.
Kayren, Karen, and Gary Gaither left a message on November 7, 2018:
Ms. Joan, Cindy, Peggy and Laura you all are in our prayers, please do not hesitate to contact us. We welcome your call, May God bless you during your time of bereavement!
Joseph and Ginny DeFrange left a message on November 7, 2018:
We were friend for many years and we will miss Ed
Mary McAndrew left a message on November 7, 2018:
I have been priveleged to know 3 generations of the Nauer family and am firmly convinced that Mr. Nauer has left this world better for the influence he had through his children and grandchildren. I will miss seeing him at Sacred Heart but know that his work with the Knights of Columbus will carry on as well. Peace to all of his family at this sad time.
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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