Charles Wayne Nance

A Memorial service for C. Wayne Nance, 83, of Emerald Bay in Bullard, Texas will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Glenwood Church of Christ with Mr. James Fife officiating. A private burial will be held on Friday, February 27, 2015 at Thornton Cemetery in Thornton, Texas under the direction of Stewart Family Funeral Home. Mr. Nance passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 after a courageous battle following a number of health issues resulting from heart disease. He was born November 28, 1931 in Thornton, Texas to Louie and Bertha Nance. Wayne will be remembered as a strong spiritual man, a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. He grew up in Thornton, Texas and after graduating from Thornton High School he went to the University of Texas where he graduated with a Petroleum Engineering degree. He was later recognized as a Distinguished Graduate of the College of Engineering by the University. He married his soul mate and love of his life, Jane Ann Watson, in September of 1954 in Selman City, Texas. Wayne had a distinguished career in the oil & gas industry. After more than 30 years with Tenneco Oil, he retired as President when the company sold in 1988. Wayne continued to be active in the energy business until his death. Wayne and his wife Jane traveled extensively and lived in several states over the years before settling down on the lake in East Texas where they resided for over 20 years. He will be remembered as a friend and mentor to many in all walks of life. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Jane A. Nance, and his brother Walker P. Nance of Thornton, Texas. He is survived by his loving family including sons, Steve Nance and wife Elaine of The Woodlands and Scott Nance of Dallas; grandchildren Kristen and Grant Pribilski of The Woodlands and Michael and Alex Nance of Houston; sister, Mary Helen Campbell and husband Bailey of Tyler; brother Billy J. Nance and wife, Mary Lee of Shreveport; sister-in-law, Pat Nance of Thornton and numerous nieces and nephews. He leaves behind many other family members and friends who will miss him dearly. Visitation is scheduled from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at Glenwood Church of Christ in Tyler. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Eastern European Mission, P.O. Box 670928, Dallas, Texas 75363 or Christian Homes and Family Services, 5476 Hollytree Drive, Tyler, Texas 75703.

Charles Wayne Nance

November 28, 1931 - February 17, 2015