Nannette Bucklew

Nannette loved Toledo, where she grew up and lived all her life. She attended McKinley Grade School and graduated from DeVilbiss High School in 1953 and the University of Toledo in 1966. She spent twenty-six rewarding years teaching children in the Washington Local School System. She taught high school for thirteen years and elementary for thirteen years. Her favorite being second grade.

Nannette loved her family- husband Richard, children Holli and James, and Grandchildren Jeremie, Jamie, and Devon. She was also fortunate to have eight beautiful Great Grandchildren: Evan, Alana, Joey, Samuel, Mia, Spencer, Max, and Emmy. She frequently talked about the children in her family and considered them to be a special blessing. She was also close to her sister Phyllis.

She often talked about Toledo as a wonderful city in which to grow up. It offered her and her family so many opportunities that enriched their lives.Toledo's outstanding library had so much to offer. She was forever reading a good book or listening to a story tape. All were available in abundance. Caring Librarians were always available to help when needed.

The Toledo Museum of Art was a special place for her to wander and enjoy the many exceptional exhibits. Nannette and her husband Richard shared this experience with their Grandchildren by taking them to Art Classes every Saturday.After classes, they always found time to enjoy a walk down the front steps to view the outstanding exterior.

Nannette would not want us to forget Toledo's award winning Zoo. She loved keeping up with the many animals. There was always a new experience waiting for her and her family. She had a special joy in introducing her Grandchildren to Summer Zoo Camp. She also enjoyed her volunteer experiences. A highlight being sharing Zoo animals with children in her zoo education classes.

Her husband and her always expressed their deep feelings for Toledo's superior system of Metro Parks. They took great pleasure in walking the many trails and were ever conscious of the many beautiful trees and wonderful wildlife. They were great fans of birding in the parks as well and extended their love of birding to Ottawa National Refuge and MaGee Marsh.

Travel was always a part of their lives. She and her husband chose trips in the U.S. and abroad that offered time in the natural world. They especially enjoyed hiking in the mountains, where the sites brought them closer to nature.