Nancy Watkins Cartell, age 80, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024 after fighting a courageous battle against pancreatic cancer. She was born on November 16, 1943 in New London, CT to the late Carlene (Rogers) Watkins and Charles Watkins. She grew up in Gales Ferry, CT and lived in Preston, CT for many years.
Nancy is survived by her sons Jeremy Cartell (Janet) of Norwich, CT and Evan Cartell (Suzanne) of Trumbull, CT, and her beloved grandchildren Jarrett, Harrison, and Hannah Cartell.
Nancy was a long time bus driver for the Preston school system and Foxwoods Resort Casino. Her friends and family will miss her kindness, warm hugs, constant smile, and beautiful singing voice. She enjoyed reading, spending time with family, and listening to music. Martha's Vineyard was her true happy place, which she visited quite often.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 am on Monday, November 18th at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 1650 Route 12., Gales Ferry, CT. Burial will follow at Gales Ferry Cemetery.