Nancy Kay Bork
May 09, 2013
Nancy Bump Griffin Bork, 69, passed away on May 9, 2013, at her home in Des Moines. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 13, 2013, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines, with burial following at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. The family will greet friends one hour prior to service time at the funeral home.
Nancy was born February 18, 1944, in Muscatine, Iowa. At 18 months the family moved to Des Moines. She graduated from Roosevelt High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Terry Griffin. From that union two children were born. She graduated from Drake University in August 1965 with a B.S. Ed. She taught in the Des Moines Schools for four years. Nancy resumed teaching in 1971 in the Saydel School District where she remained for 30 years and was active in Education Association activities. In August of 1975, she received her M.S. Ed degree from Drake University. In June 1985, Nancy married Charles Bork.
After retirement in 2001, Nancy became an avid gardener, taking the classes offered by ISU Extension. She also enjoyed taking watercolor classes at the Art Center. She became a quilter, making many quilts for the Riverside Bible Camp auction as well as for her children, grandchildren and friends.
Nancy is survived by her daughter, Cathleen, and son, Thomas; seven grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Wilma.
Memorial contributions may be made to HCI Care Services of Central Iowa or the Animal Rescue League of Iowa.
Condolences for the family may be offered online at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Lavona Webb (HMG Board)
05/12/2013
My deepest condolences to your family. Hope you will take comfort in all the many memories and keep them forever in your heart.
Tanya Ericson
05/12/2013
I was surprised and saddened to hear that Nancy had passed away. I worked with Nancy in the Saydel school district for over 10 years. She was a wonderful teacher to her children and a great mentor as well. She will be missed by so many.
Dina Smidt
05/11/2013
I am so sorry Tom and Cathe. I always enjoyed seeing your mom - she was always so friendly and quick to smile. She passed on such a wonderful gift to each of you - the gift of humor. Our thoughts are with you and your families.
Jan Owens Bruene
05/11/2013
Nancy was always quick with a smile and I was privileged to get reacquainted with her when we served together on the committee for the 50th reunion. She gave me a tour of her lovely garden and shared her joy. You all are in my thoughts and I will miss her smile and quick wit.
Mary Ann Jones
05/11/2013
Nancy was a wonderful person and a classmate of mine. We had our 50th year high school reunion last August and had so much fun. She will surely be missed.
Karen Tandy
05/10/2013
Nancy was a great friend of the SunSet Garden Club and we all loved her and her garden. How did she get the wisteria to look so Beautiful!!! She was a wonderful gardener and we will miss her so much. RIP Nancy. I will toast you with a glass of wine, my friend! Hugs, Karen
Sue Brelsford PCMG
05/10/2013
Nancy's home garden and demo bed was an inspiration to me as a novice Master Gardener. She was always creative, kind, and welcoming. May your memories bring you peace and comfort in time.
Carolyn Magnani
05/10/2013
I send my sincere sympathy to Nancy's family. She was such an asset to the gardening world and shared her love with many. She will always be remembered.
Barbara Hans PCMG
05/10/2013
Nancy's garden was coveted by all of us.....I especially was jealous of her beautiful reblooming wisteria. Only a true gardener can live in her home! We will all miss her!
Jerry Ferrell PCMG
05/10/2013
I first met Nacy at the Demonstration Garden and enjoyed her company. She will be missed by all she has touched. My heartfelt sympathies go out to you at this difficult time.
Amy Lindee-Deever PCMG
05/10/2013
I am very sorry for your loss. I'm sure she will be missed. Sending out thoughts and prayers.