About This Memory Space
This page was created for Nancy Ann Durall's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Nancy Ann Durall's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Nancy Ann Durall. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Nancy Ann Durall radiated warmth and vibrancy throughout her 86 years, leaving an indelible mark through her passion for theater, music, sunny escapes, and the nurturing beauty of her home—a testament to a life embraced with joy and generosity.
Born in 1938 to James Balay and Mildred Cook, Nancy grew up cultivating a spirit of delight in the arts and simple pleasures. She poured her energy into creating a stunning neighborhood showcase with her meticulously tended yard, a labor of love that symbolized her dedication until health challenges intervened. Nancy's heart sang to the rhythms of classic Motown and the emotive harmonies of the Righteous Brothers, while live performances at Beef & Boards ignited her sense of wonder. Cruises and basking in sunlight were her escapes, filling her days with adventure and contentment. Her gentle glow touched everyone she encountered, making her a beacon of positivity in Indianapolis.
Details of Nancy's professional path are not highlighted in available accounts; her enduring influence shone brightest through personal passions and community presence.
Family & Loved Ones
Nancy's world revolved around the unwavering companionship of her devoted husband and caregiver Jeffrey (JL) Durall, alongside the pride she took in sons Gary and Jeffery Buchanan. Her joy multiplied with five grandchildren, a circle of great-grandchildren, and the playful loyalty of her cherished dogs, DeeDee and Petey—creating a tapestry of affection marked by her nurturing spirit and sunny disposition. Earlier in life, bonds with parents James Balay and Mildred Cook, sister Barbara Mattingly, niece Jennifer Mattingly, and daughter/friend Leah Buchanan wove deep threads of connection, even as time reshaped the family circle.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from Nancy's circle capture a woman whose enthusiasm for life and kindness lingered in every interaction, with many noting her infectious love for music, theater, and those flawless garden blooms that brightened the block.