Nancy E. Padgett, 79, of Westphalia, Indiana, went to Heaven with loved ones at her side, on Friday, May 15, 2026, at her home. She was born on August 28, 1946, in Westphalia to Kenneth E. and Bernita Beulah (Chesnut) Bare. Nancy married the love of her life, Calvin S. Padgett, on February 9, 1963.

Nancy was a member of the Bethel Church in Edwardsport. She was a homemaker and also sat with the elderly. Nancy enjoyed her flowers, dogs and crafting, but family was her priority. She never met a stranger.

Family left to cherish her memory includes: son, JR (Julie) Padgett and daughter, Debbie Repphan, both of Westphalia; grandchildren, Jaimie Johnson, Josh Roush, Jessica Reel, Josh Messer and 10 great-grandchildren.

Nancy was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband, Calvin Padgett; sisters, Wanda Burress, Wilma Abel and Brenda Volling; brothers, Jack Bare, Ronnie Joe Bare and Kenneth ‘Buddy’ Bare.

Funeral services to honor the life of Nancy will be at 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at Bethel Church, 13673 E. St. Rd. 58, Edwardsport, Indiana with Pastor Bryan Taylor officiating. Nancy will be laid to rest in Salem Cemetery in Westphalia.

Family and friends may call from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Wednesday, May 20 and from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM on Thursday at the church.

Arrangements and care have been entrusted to Meng Family Funeral Homes, Anderson-Poindexter Chapel in Linton. Condolences and memories may be sent to the family online at www.andersonpoindexter.com.