Nancy Rose Walker

Nancy Rose Walker, a longtime resident of Pinch, West Virginia, died peacefully in her home on May 4, 2024 at the age of 73. She is survived by her husband Reaford Jack Walker, older brother Ted Blevins, son Abel Walker, daughter AmberRose Bevins, and many nieces and nephews. Born to Chester and Jannette Blevins in South Charleston, WV on September 27, 1950, Nancy lived most of her childhood in St. Albans, WV, working at the local Dairy Queen and graduating from St. Albans High School in 1968. Growing up, she enjoyed playing many different sports, particularly softball. As co-owner of Reaford Signs Company in Charleston, WV, Nancy managed the family business with her husband. They provide lighted signs, neon, vinyl, gold leaf, hand-painted lettering, and murals to local businesses and non-profit organizations throughout the state and beyond for 38 years. Nancy was a talented artist and musician, which lead to her pursuing an education in the Arts and Art History at West Virginia State College. During her lifetime, she produced beautiful drawings, paintings, woodcarvings, did crochet, and etchings. She was also a talented musician who expressed herself musically by playing the piano and guitar. She was a dreamer and a diehard fan of British invasion music, who loved listening to The Beatles, Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac, Patti Smith and several other artists. Nancy was an avid gardener, had a soft spot for animals, enjoyed fishing, and was happiest spending time at the ocean. “An infinite blue sky faced by a wide, watery expanse The sound of gulls and plovers gently pierce the air Warm and bright light illuminates fluffy white clouds and sparkling sand The crashing sound of water breakers producing foam” Myrica cerifera (Referring to Myrtle Beach) There will be a Celebration of Life service held at11:00am on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at Ridenour Lake in Nitro. You may visit Nancy’s tribute page at BartlettNichols.com to share memories or condolences with the family. Bartlett-Nichols Funeral Home, family owned and located at 409 Sixth Avenue, St. Albans is honored to serve the Walker family.

Nancy Rose Walker

September 27, 1950 - May 4, 2024