On December 31, we lost our beautiful mother, sister, grandma, and aunt, Nancy. She is survived by her sons, Tyler (Jeniffer), Nathan, and Kalin; her Granddaughter, Jakota; two brothers, six sisters, and numerous nephews and nieces. Her husband Zan passed away in 2021.

Nancy Lynne Phillips was born to Charles and Doris Hardy on July 31, 1957, at Northgate hospital in Seattle, Washington. She was sister number 5 and the younger to Kim, Peggy, Cheryl, and Joanne. Her family would later include twin brothers, Robert and Richard, and two more sisters, Kelley and Leigh Anne.

From a young age, Nancy was very adventurous and industrious. After graduating from Edmonds High in 1975, she threw caution to the wind, sold all her belongings, and moved to Provo, Utah, to attend Brigham Young University. Paying her way through college, she worked various jobs, including time with the Forest Service, building trails and roads, all while keeping people safe from fires. There she met her husband Zan and was married on September 12, 1986, at the Seattle LDS Temple, in Bellevue, Washington. The Phillips made their home in Provo while Zan finished school. They welcomed three sons, Tyler, Nathan, and Kalin, during that time and eventually settled in Orem, Utah, to raise their family. It was there they stayed.

You couldn't help but love Nancy for her kindness and her selfless spirit. Her sons were honored to call her Mom, and she was so much more. She was a hero and inspiration for treating others and ensuring they were taken care of. She would do anything to help those she loved, including becoming a second mom to her nephew and niece during their time at BYU and later to her beautiful granddaughter. She loved her family and always wanted them to visit. Her extended family always looked forward to her visits back home in Edmonds, Washington. It was always such a special treat to have her home.

An open house will be held at Walker-Sanderson Funeral Home, Orem, Utah, on Thursday, January 12, 2023, 1–3 PM. All are invited to come and share your memories of Nancy with the family.

We want to thank friends and neighbors who have helped the family during this difficult time. Your love and care have also meant so much to the family. We know one day we will be together and laugh again. Families are Forever.