Nancy Gillette

Nancy Maxwell Gillette, affectionately known as “Fancy Nancy,” passed away on September 1, 2026, at the age of 86. She was born on February 1, 1940, and married the love of her life, Richard Dalmas Gillette, on June 7, 1962, in the Salt Lake Temple. Richard preceded her in death.

Nancy grew up in Moab, a place that always held a special place in her heart. She loved living there and carried many fond memories of her childhood throughout her life. After retiring, Nancy made her home in Cedar City, where she lived for more than 20 years.

Nancy was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend who loved her family more than anything. She loved music, shopping, baking, quilting, and sewing. Her pies were legendary, and her family will always remember the love and care she put into the things she created and shared with others.

Nancy worked for Tooele County and was a proud member of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. She valued her family, her community, and the many friendships she made throughout her life.

She is survived by her children, Elizabeth, Richard, and Hilary; ten grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard; her son, Chris; her brother, Philander Maxwell; and her sister, Elizabeth “Sweetie” Anderson.

Nancy will be remembered for her generous heart, creativity, sense of style, love of music, and unwavering devotion to her family. She leaves behind a lifetime of memories that will be treasured by all who knew and loved her.

She will be deeply missed and forever loved.

A celebration of Nancy’s life will be held on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 5:00 pm at her home (195 E. Fiddlers Canyon Road #64, Cedar City, Utah). Interment will be held at Tooele City Cemetery on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 10:00 am under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. To share online condolences, please visit www.mortuary.org.