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Nancy E. Henschel-Mills, 56, Altoona, passed away Sunday, May 7, 2023, at UPMC Shadyside after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Philipsburg, daughter of the late Samuel and Nancy (Jenkins) Henschel.
Nancy married Damian J. Mills on Oct. 31, 2013.
Surviving are her husband; and three brothers: Ronald Henschel of Harrisburg, Ervin Henschel of Bigler and John Henschel of Boyertown.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Alice.
Nancy was a graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh and had been working towards a bachelor's degree in hospitality.
She had an extensive career in the food and hospitality industry and had been a food service supervisor for Sheetz since 2018. Nancy had previously worked at the Blair County Convention Center and Jack & George's.
Nancy was an avid fan of Japanese history, art and culture, and truly loved helping with animal rescues.
She enjoyed cooking, beer, gardening, flowers, gaming, reading, decorating her home and loving her cats.
Nancy will be remembered for her infectious smile and laugh that helped her make friends everywhere she went. She was a large part of every community she was involved in; from her work families to the many communities she joined online. She was strong-willed and passionate, but genuinely kind, and would do anything for those she loved. Nancy will be deeply missed.
Friends will be received from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, June 11, 2023, at the American Legion Post 516 Social Hall, 1501 N. Juniata St., Hollidaysburg, PA 16648. A celebration of Nancy's life will follow from 1 to 5 p.m.
Arrangements are by The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Ave., Altoona.
The family suggests that contributions be made in Nancy's memory to Central Pennsylvania Humane Society, 1837 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602, www.centralpa
humane.org; or Mending Hearts Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 97, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648; or American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 198, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648, cancer.org/givehope.
Condolences can be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook page.