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MANWELLER -- Nancy Norwood Manweller July 18, 1940 - June 17, 2004 of Bend, Oregon died at home Thursday, June 17 after battling a long illness. She was 63. Nancy was born July 18, 1940, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Friedrich and Josephine Von Falkenberg. She married James Manweller on June 7, 1961 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Nancy was an accomplished artist in watercolor, oil, pencil, and crafts until she became too ill to paint. She was especially well known for her watercolor New Mexico and Oregon landscapes and pencil portraits, some of which have been displayed in prestigious galleries in Taos, New Mexico. Nancy also served with her husband as a Senior Patroller on the National Volunteer Ski Patrol at Sandia Peak, New Mexico for 15 years. Nancy's passions were God, her family, fly fishing, wildlife and art. Survivors include her husband, James Manweller of Bend; son, Daniel Manweller of Albuquerque, New Mexico; daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Brian Wright of Nampa, Idaho; grandchildren, Nikola and Benjamin Wright; a sister, Holly McCarthy of Albuquerque; and several wonderful nieces, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and a nephew. The family wishes to express their gratitude to Pamela Williams of Evergreen Home Services. A small private family service will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association.
        Published on: Tue June 22, 2004