Nancy J. Drewry
FRANKLIN—Nancy Johnston Drewry, 74, died Feb. 1, 2009.
She was born in Richmond, a daughter of the late James Chester and Mercer Mitchell Johnston and was predeceased by her devoted husband of 47 years, Richard Talmage Drewry.
Mrs. Drewry attended Mary Washington College and was a member of the Franklin Presbyterian Church.
Survivors include two sons, Richard Talmage “Tal” Drewry Jr., and James Mercer “Jim” Drewry, both of Franklin; a brother, George Herbert Johnston and wife Betty of Mechanicsville; two nephews, George H. Johnston Jr. and wife Beth, and James Mitchell Johnston and wife Heather; four great-nephews; one great-niece; and a cousin, Ann Pope of Courtland.
The children and grandchildren of Ann and Harvey Pope were special to her and brought joy to her life.
A graveside service was conducted Tuesday at Rosemont Cemetery in Sedley with the Revs. Fred McCall and Edmund Pickup officiating.
The family suggests memorials be made to the Franklin Presbyterian Church, P. O. Box 158, Franklin, Va. 23851, or Franklin Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 179, Franklin, Va. 23851.
The family wishes to thank the staff of the Skilled Care wing and the East Pavilion for the wonderful care given to her.
Condolences may be offered at www.wrightfuneralhome.org.