Mildred M. Nash
December 2, 1925 - April 3, 2018
Mildred M. Nash, age 92, of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at Little Sisters of the Poor, Jeanne Jugan Residence.
Born in Dornsife, PA on December 2, 1925, she was a daughter of the late John F. and Ada Alvena (Bingaman) Hoffman. Millie spent her career with Avon and retired after many dedicated years as a Department Coordinator.
Millie is a past member of Holy Angels Parish, and currently a parishioner of Holy Family Parish. She was very active in the Sodality, the Bread-Baking Ministry, RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) and past President of The Diocese of Wilmington Mothers’ Guild. She also volunteered her time with Little Sisters of the Poor. Millie enjoyed cake decorating, flower-arranging and oil painting. Above all, she will be remembered as a dedicated mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She especially enjoyed time with family.
In addition to her parents, Millie was preceded in death by her husband, John D. Nash; brother, Woodrow Hoffman; and sister, Pauline Smith. She is survived by her children, Joseph T. Nash (Pamela) of Newark, John M. Nash of Townsend, Stephen D. Nash (Teresa) of Hockessin, Patricia M. Nash (Bob Needs) of Newark, and Reverend James Nash of Easton, MD; sister, Jean Langshaw of Newark; brother, John Hoffman of Oxford, PA; 13 grandchildren; and 15 great- grandchildren.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 12 pm on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at Holy Family R.C. Church, 15 Gender Rd, Newark, DE, where a Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 12 noon. Interment will be held in All Saints Cemetery, 6001 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE 19808, at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Millie’s name to Little Sisters of the Poor, 185 Salem Church Rd, Newark, DE 19713.
Debbie Hager
Fr. Nash, Bob and I lift up our prayers to you and your entire wonderful family during this difficult time for all. Your Mom is among the angels.
Fondly,
Debbie Hager and Bob Krolicki
George Pobedinsky
May the choirs of angels come to greet you and speed you to paradise. One favor I ask, please give a hug to my Mom for me. R.I.P. Mrs Nash.
Caroline Miller
Fr. Nash, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. -Carol + Wendy
Bob Krebs
Millie was a great lady. She will be missed. My condolences to Fr. Jim and all of the Nash family and friends.
Tricia Capaldi
Fr. Nash & Family, sorry for the loss of your mom. The Capaldi Family
Linda Mastro
Fr. Nash,
I feel as if I know your family, especially your mother, from the many loving references you make about them in your homilies. I am always inspired by the love you describe even in situations that evoke laughter and tears. I pray for the gentle and peaceful repose of your mother’s soul. May you and all who loved her be comforted by memories of the seasons of life you shared.
With sympathy,
Linda Mastro
Kathy Callahan
Father Nash, Larry and I were so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Please know that we send our most sincere thoughts of sympathy to you. I know she must have been a wonderful person to have raised such a fine son. Prayers always. Fondly, Larry and Kathy Callahan
Liz Slater
I imagine Mrs. Nash in Heaven telling all the Saints about her Family. And I’ll bet she is having Dunkin Donuts Coffee….
Bill And Jeannie Radaskiewicz
Our prayers and condolences to you and your family Fr. Nash at this time of trial …
the John Mueller family
Fr Nash, and family,
John and I, Jacqueline and Stephanie are extremely sorry for the loss of Ms Millie. We send hugs, love and prayers to each and everyone . We are here if anyone ever wants to talk about this huge loss. Ms Millie was an wife, mom , grandmother and she will be surely missed by all!Heaven gained an ❤️
phyllis peddicord
Fr.Nash, Jack and my prayers are with you and all your family during this difficult time.
With Sympathy,
Jack and Phyllis
Susan Harrell Whaley
Joe, Pam, Patti, Bob and family,
I was so very sorry to hear about your Mom. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God Bless you all.
Frank C. Mayer, Jr.
So sorry to hear about your mom. I only met her a few times, we will keep her in our prayers. Lovely lady.
Genevieve Hurley
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and all your family. May your mother Rest In Peace. Love endures forever.
Polly & Win Carroll
Father Nash, Prayers for your Mom and you and your family. I know that you have so many memories and stories to help you through the sorrow. While I did not know her well, I do think I know a lot about her because of your many stories. May you see her in the special things that meant so much to her and smile and know that she is with you. Blessings
Polluy & Win Carroll
Patti Nash
Love it, George! I know she will. She’s a big hugger!
Barbara Kelly
Jerry and I were so sorry to read the news on your FB, I loved talking to your mother at the Christmas Bazaars at Holy Family. And she always looked so beautiful. I know she will be dearly missed by all of your family and her friends, as well as her Little Sisters family.
Theresa Giuliani Satterfield
Fr Nash, I’m so very sorry to hear of your Mom, Millie’s passing. I’ll never forget what a Beautiful, Classy Lady she was! I really enjoyed working closely with her at Avon. She was always pleasant and always saw the best in people! She was so good to everyone she dealt with at her job in Avon’s Collections Department. We had many good times. You took such good care of her. Our sincere condolences to you and your family…. God Rest Her Soul. ❤️
John & Joy Frazer
John, Joe and Nash family,
We would like to extend our condolences at this time for your loss.
Our heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Linda Handy
Dear Fr. Nash,
I will pray for the sweet soul of your mom. It has been a pleasure to listen to you speak of her with such love, admiration, and humor during sermons. Keep her stories coming! I’m sorry for the loss of your mother! Mrs.Nash was a great lady.