Nancy Simmons Poleo , 85, of Bluffton, SC, passed away on January 4, 2023.

She was born on June 8, 1937 in Riverton, WV, the youngest of eight children of Lester and Madeline Simmons. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Joseph Poleo, Jr.; her parents; brothers Wayne, Jacob, and Paul; sisters Mary, Ruth, Martha and Faye; and nephew Randy.

She is survived by her son, Joseph Anthony and daughter-in-law, Linda Kay Poleo as well as nieces Beverly, Dixie, Linda, and Amy and nephews Bob, Bill, Carl, and Robert.

Nancy grew up in Riverton and graduated from Circleville High School in 1955. She then relocated to Waynesboro, VA where she worked for the General Electric Company.

Nancy was always active in her community and was a beloved wife, sister, and mother. She was long-time member of both the First Presbyterian Church in Waynesboro, VA and the Grandin Court Baptist Church in Roanoke, VA.

Nancy's family will receive friends on Saturday, April 1, 2023, 10-11 AM at the Basagic Funeral Home in Franklin, WV.  Funeral services will follow at 11:00 Am in the funeral home chapel, with Pastor Mike Loudermilk officiating. Interment will be in North Fork Memorial Cemetery, Riverton, WV.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to your local Salvation Army or other local charity of your choice. Memories of words and comfort may be left at www.basagic.com or on Facebook at Basagic Funeral Home.