Nancy Jean Brunette began her new journey on Tuesday, May
22, 2018 surrounded by her devoted family.
Nancy was born on May 7, 1946 in Norway, Michigan to Frank “Shiner” and
Ann (Bray) Vivio. She enjoyed a
wonderful childhood in the UP, filled with memories centered around the family
on Vivio hill. She was especially proud of her paper route and supporting the
family store. Nancy was a proud Magna Cum Laude graduate of Northern Michigan
University, completing her degree in only 3 years. Two days after graduating, she
began her 33 year career as a teacher at Wilson Elementary School.
Nancy had a gift for building strong and special
relationships with people she loved, and believed that every day was a
celebration. Nancy had a gift for gab, loving to discuss food and politics and
spent hours on the phone with her sister Janise every day. She was quick witted
and a fierce competitor—that paired with her extensive vocabulary meant that
she very rarely lost at her favorite game, Scrabble.
In 1969 Nancy was united in marriage to William Ernst
Brunette and gave birth to three amazing children; Jenifer (Jones) Brunette of
Portland, Oregon, Sarah (Johnny) Montanez, and Ryan (Lorena) Brunette both of
Sheboygan. Nancy was a proud grandparent of 8 delightful grandchildren; Ava,
Johnny Jr., Valerie, Lisha and Teisha Montanez; Owen, Chase, and Ariana
Brunette, and two great-grandchildren. Nancy was later blessed with her love
for David Charles Way.
Nancy is also survived by her brother Frank (Patty) Vivio
II, sister Janise Bilski, niece Stacy (Patrick) Eastman, nephews Frank (Amy),
Chris (Jill), and Nick Vivio. She shared a strong connection with her close
friends and all the members of the Brunette family. Nancy was preceded in death
by her parents, sister Carol Ann Vivio, brother-in-law David Bilski, and her
love, David Charles Way.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, May 26, 2018 at
11:00 AM, preceded by a 10 AM visitation for friends and family, both will be
at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 818 Huron Ave., Sheboygan.
The family would like to express deep gratitude to the
nursing staff at Sharon S. Richardson Hospice for the care, comfort, and
support they gave to Nancy and her family.
