Nancy Angela Wilson

Nancy Angela Wilson, 78, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026. Born to Frank and Olympia Lombardi on March 25, 1947, Nancy graduated from Wayne State University and built a distinguished career in law enforcement. One of the few female police officers in Detroit during the 1980s, she served with strength and determination, later continuing her work in Phoenix, Arizona, as a detective and victim advocate. Throughout her life, she remained deeply committed to protecting and supporting others.

On February 5, 1982, Nancy married Kim, her partner in adventure and the love of her life. Together they raised their son, Kevin, who was the center of her world. Nancy was known for her sassy, strong-willed, and outspoken nature, always guided by a good heart and sincere intentions. She found joy in gardening, creating meaningful beaded bracelets for family and friends, cooking cherished Italian recipes, and reading widely—from mystery novels to the Arizona Republic and People Magazine. Her gift for storytelling shone through in the newspaper clippings she regularly sent to Kevin, sharing moments of laughter and connection.

Nancy took delight in her collection of pig figurines, a playful nod to her police career, and embraced every holiday with enthusiasm, especially Christmas and her treasured Snowy Village collection. A recent trip to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to celebrate Christmas and revisit places meaningful to Kim became one of her most cherished memories. She adored her dogs, Roxy and Riley, loved her home in Chandler, and was a beloved regular at Seattle Espresso and among her neighbors.

She is survived by her son, Kevin, her goddaughter, Jessica, and cousins in Michigan, Florida, and Maryland. Nancy leaves behind a legacy of service, humor, resilience, and enduring love.