Nancy Deibler

Nancy Deibler, 60, of Overland Park, KS died Friday, February 27th surrounded by her partner Deb Bigogno and family. Services will be held at Unity Temple on the Plaza (707 W. 47th Street, Kansas City, MO, 64112) on Saturday, March 7th. Visitation is scheduled from 1PM to 2:30PM with memorial services following immediately after. In lieu of flowers Nancy and Deb would appreciate your continued fight against cancer by adopting a star in Nancy’s name at www.standup2cancer.org or contributions can be mailed to: Stand Up To Cancer c/o EIF, 1201 West 5th Street, Suite t-700, Los Angeles, CA, 90017.
 
Nancy was a long time sales Executive in the telecommunications industry. A pioneer, she helped coin the phrase “telemarketing” when she opened the 1st American call center for AT&T. Other companies, such as IBM, soon followed suit and used her Kansas City call center as a benchmark for design and operations. She continued her career as a Sales Director at Sprint and a Vice President for Cincinnati Bell Broadwing. A former mortgage broker, Nancy later transitioned back to the lending industry at Novastar heading up their Customer Retention Center. A beloved partner, sister, friend, mentor and community activist she will be dearly missed. Everyone who met Nancy was touched by her warmth, fun-loving nature, kindness and most of all, her ability to encourage, teach, comfort and love. Her legacy lives on in the charities she supported, the employees she mentored, the countless friends, family and admirers that she touched. Her passions were many but her partner Deb, large mouth bass fishing and sea-shell collecting at Sanibel Island topped the list! She treasured and loved each shell; large, small, perfect or flawed as she treasured each life she came into contact with, for its uniqueness. Nancy is survived by her life partner Dr. Deb Bigogno, sister Susan Loos and her husband Ray, nephews Alex and Nick of Louisville, TX, Brother-in-law Mike, wife Angie, Brother-in-law Rick and wife Kathy and their children Jenny and Maria, Brother-in-law Matt and wife Jane, sister-in-law Beth and husband Rick and Father-in-Law Angelo and wife Linda and daughter Trisha all of St. Louis. God must have needed inspiration.

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  1. Shelly Burgoon on March 3, 2009 at 9:16 am

    Nancy- We remember you as a soft spoken, strong willed, savvy, intelligent woman with a huge heart and always a smile to give away. You were an incredible, patient teacher. Rest assured you lived a full and loving life.
    We didn’t want this day to pass without remembering and celebrating the gift you have been to us. When we think of you dear friend, it’s with grateful hearts. You have been a hero to us and many you have known. In your passing we have come to see you more clearly; and now have a better understanding of what it means to live a heroic life. Thank you for sharing your light with us. We love you always – Ann and Shelly.



  2. Lefka Simeon on March 3, 2009 at 11:02 am

    Nancy of the smiling face. . .you will always be remembered and cherished for the joy you brought to us during the short time that we worked together. May God’s peace be with you.



  3. Lori Spies on March 3, 2009 at 2:13 pm

    Nancy,
    I will forever cherish your perpetual smile, tenderness, your can do attitude, your fun loving personality and your gentle way. You must know of the way you’ve touched my life and will continue to do so. You will be greatly missed. Heaven is very fortunate to have you. May God bless you, my friend. Lori



  4. Betsey Locke on March 3, 2009 at 2:23 pm

    My heart goes out to Deb and everyone who grieves for Nancy’s loss. She was such a bright light and will continue to blaze forth through all the hearts she touched in her lifetime.



  5. Cherie Wickham on March 3, 2009 at 2:24 pm

    Nancy, I will truly cherish the radiant love that you eminate where ever you are, whomever is around, it truly penetrates everyone.



  6. Sarah Cool on March 3, 2009 at 2:51 pm

    I’m so sorry for you loss Deb. Nancy was the kind of “boss” one could only dream of having, and I was blessed to work with her both at Sprint and later at NovaStar. May we all aspire to shine as brightly as she did for us, in the lives of those we touch. You are in my thoughts. Love, Sarah



  7. Debbie Griffin on March 3, 2009 at 2:54 pm

    Deb – Nancy always made you feel as though you were “the special one”. I always got such a kick out of her jumping up out of her seat to greet you with that big smile, gentle kiss on the cheek and a nice soft hug. Such a wonderful spirit! She will always rest in our hearts.



  8. Karyn and Gerry on March 3, 2009 at 2:59 pm

    Sending you our love and comfort.



  9. julie mohrman on March 3, 2009 at 3:00 pm

    It was a pleasure knowing you. You were such a sweet, soft spoken woman. I always enjoyed seeing you when in St. Louis. You will be missed !!



  10. Spencer and Christine Cramer on March 3, 2009 at 3:25 pm

    Dr. Deb – We are all better people for knowing Nancy! You both are in our thoughts and prayers.



  11. Chris Sumrell on March 3, 2009 at 3:54 pm

    Deb,
    My thoughts are with you. I will never forget your patonage to the golf store and all the support you both gave to Women With One Voice. You both are great people. The kind you want to be around all the time.
    Keep the courage!



  12. Carol Lyons on March 3, 2009 at 4:18 pm

    I knew Nancy at Sprint. She fostered an atmosphere of celebration and achievement. Ms. Deibler was very intelligent, inclusive, “peppy”,always smiling and was a wonderful, corporate-casual dresser. I’ve missed her these past few years. My heart goes out to Dr. Deb.



  13. Liz Johnson on March 3, 2009 at 5:02 pm

    Oh Nancy: You were so kind and gentle, always willing to lend a hand. Your Irish wit always made everyone laugh and your devotion to Deb was second to none. You are in the arms of the angels now. Love, Liz, Mike and Cody Johnson



  14. cndy matejcic on March 3, 2009 at 5:41 pm

    Deb and failies, you are all in my houghts and prayers



  15. Faye Licata and Paula Bauer on March 3, 2009 at 6:12 pm

    Doc, You have been in our thoughts and prayers. We will always be thankful for the time we had you and Nancy here in St. Louis in our lives. Nancy spread happiness and had such a positive way about her! We are better people for having her in our lives. Our most heartfelt love and sympathy to you.



  16. Mary Norell on March 3, 2009 at 7:27 pm

    I so am saddened to hear of Nancy’s passing. She could light up a room. A beautiful person inside and out. My thoughts and prayers are with Deb, Nancy’s family and friend’s.



  17. TheChapmans on March 3, 2009 at 7:42 pm

    Deb, We loved the tribute you did – My entire family watched as each picture scrolled and we all noticed that in every picture she had a huge smile and we are blessed to have met her. Please tell Susan that we love her very much and we pray that y’all find peace even when it hurts. Love – The Chapmans



  18. Susan ODell on March 3, 2009 at 9:50 pm

    Deb, We are so saddened by Nancy’s passing. We will miss that big smile of hers. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Susan and BJ



  19. Karen Sotomura on March 3, 2009 at 10:38 pm

    Good-bye dear SissaNancy,
    What a wonderful person you were. Your life was full of laughter and so much love.
    Your time on this earth was way too short but the memories that you leave behind will long fill our hearts forever.
    May heaven be filled with love, sunshine, cold beer and great fishing.
    Me Ke Aloha,
    Karen
    P.S. I will look after Susan for you.



  20. Joanne Rizer on March 3, 2009 at 11:14 pm

    Dr. Deb,
    What a beautiful video tribute you created in Nancy’s memory. It is a wonderful testimony to Nancy’s bright spirit. Much love to you – Joanne Rizer



  21. Ray Loos on March 4, 2009 at 3:25 am

    Nancy; Sissa; Honey; Sweetie;
    These are the names that I knew you by for the past 24 years, the memories sitting on the back patio at our home while having a Corona, or 12, I will cherish forever. I never got the chance to thank you for all your wonderful insights and outlooks on things. Getting to know your love for Deb, and hers for you, every chance Susan & I were able to see you. Deb, we love you and are deeply saddened by yourour loss of a truely remarkable person, partner, sister and friend. To the Bigogno family, I know you loved her as much as we and I thank you all for sharing and being a huge part in her life. Ray XOXOXOXOXOXO



  22. Karen Button on March 4, 2009 at 7:29 am

    This is such a lovely tribute to such a beautiful soul. I always loved Nancy’s smile – it lit up a room and all of these pictures captured that warm personality she shared with others. My sympathies to all who loved her.



  23. Linda French on March 4, 2009 at 8:50 am

    Nancy was so full of positive energy and was a great influence on me when she was at Sprint. This world will miss her very much, as it was a much better place with her in it. Each and everyone of you are in my thoughts and prayers.



  24. Linda French on March 4, 2009 at 9:02 am

    Nancy was so full of positive energy and was a great influence on me when she was at Sprint. This world will miss her very much, as it was a much better place with her in it. Deb, you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.



  25. Linda French on March 4, 2009 at 9:05 am

    Nancy was so full of positive energy and was a great influence on me when she was at Sprint. This world will miss her very much, as it was a much better place with her in it. Deb, you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.



  26. Judy and Judy on March 4, 2009 at 9:16 am

    Deb–What a huge loss for your world and all who knew Nancy. What a sweet, gentle spirit she was. Our hearts go out to you and we are sending soothing energy your way. May the wonderful memories you two made together all these years sustain you. Cheers to bass fishing, sunsets, beaches and sea shells that must be greeting her in the next world now. Do take care.



  27. Susan Terman on March 4, 2009 at 11:14 am

    Deb, sending my thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Nancy was a beautiful person, inside and out. I always looked forward to her warmth, beautiful smile and caring welcome when I visited your office. She will certainly live on in the hearts of many. May time heal your pain; I know that Nancy would want you to be happy. Susan



  28. Megan Rogers on March 4, 2009 at 11:35 am

    Deb & family… I am so saddened by the news of the loss of our dear Nancy. I had the pleasure of working with Nancy not only at Sprint, but I followed her to NovaStar. Nancy had this special way about her, when she walked in a room all eyes were on her. Many times I would visit with her just to hear what she had to say..God definitley has one more Angel in Heaven helping him. I will deeply miss her and am so sorry for your loss Deb.

    My sincere condolences..

    Megan Rogers



  29. Lori and Gary Bryan on March 4, 2009 at 1:02 pm

    Deb
    I was so sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. I’ll never forget the first time we met – we were both learning how to deal with our diagnosis and then over the years I got to know Nancy a little better and always felt uplifted after spending even a few moments with her. She had a special grace about her – she drew people in and left them better. Deb, I hope that the memories will help you in this time. Love ya.



  30. Kristen Doyle on March 4, 2009 at 1:07 pm

    There is so much love here – in the photo tribute and the comments left by friends and family.
    Dr Deb – my heart truly breaks for your loss. I am so sorry you have lost your best friend and partner. It is just not fair that a life so full of joy, happiness and inspiration has to be cut short like that.
    Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.



  31. Lisa Romano on March 4, 2009 at 1:23 pm

    I’m sure Nancy will be greatly missed by everyone. I will always remember her warm infectious smile that helped me get through many of days. She will always be in my thoughts.



  32. Marsha Connell on March 4, 2009 at 3:34 pm

    Dear Dr. Deb, My heart goes out to you as you deal with the loss of your beautiful life partner. May you find peace and comfort in God’s love and the love of your family and friends.



  33. Jose and Bob on March 4, 2009 at 6:31 pm

    Dear Debbie. We are very sorry to hear about Nancy. She was full of life and her kindness and love will never be forgotten. We hope you will find peace in knowing that she touch many lives and we are better people because she was near us.We love you. Bob and Jose



  34. Jeffrey Schrank on March 4, 2009 at 7:16 pm

    I have great memories of Nancy fishing with me & my dad & Jack Voyack when I was a kid. She was always so nice to me when I was little.



  35. Susan Loos on March 5, 2009 at 8:22 am

    Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday my sweet Sissa! Happy Birthday to you. I love you honey



  36. Janie and Linda on March 5, 2009 at 12:12 pm

    Deb, our hearts are full of love for you during this difficult time. What a lucky day for us the day I decided to compliment you hair style at Le Pepe’s Restaurant. Little did we know what wonderful people would become part of our lives. We love you and miss Nancy so much, but will always remember the beautiful smile and the kindness she showed everyone.
    Our love, Janie and Linda



  37. Barbara Summers on March 5, 2009 at 1:12 pm

    I always will remember the way you made me feel each time I was around you, I have never felt so much love and acceptance. You are a testimony to anyone who has had the privelege to know you.It is a very sad day now that you are not on this earth anymore, but I know you are blessing everyone that is around you now. I Love You Sweetheart.
    Barbara Summers



  38. CHERI BAILEY on March 5, 2009 at 2:31 pm

    DR. DEB, MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU FOR THE LOSS OF NANCY. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU!



  39. Vicki L. Cohen on March 5, 2009 at 4:35 pm

    Dr. Deb: Sara joins me in sending our deepest sympathies to you. What a joy and a privilege both you and Nancy had in loving each other.



  40. Carla on March 5, 2009 at 9:49 pm

    I will miss you couragous lady. You gave me so much being your hospice nurse. I will not forget your beautiful spirit and love you gave to others even at the end. Rest well my friend.



  41. Stu Hammel on March 6, 2009 at 2:48 am

    I grew up with Nancy in Reading, PA. We lived across the street from one another and went to grade school, junior high and high school together. We were great friends. I remember vividly the day she came home with her new Pontiac GTO. She was as proud of that car as I was to have her for a friend for a long time. We somehow lost contact after I moved away after college and grad school, but I will always remember her constant great smile and her competitive spirit. I remember her being the best piano player in our neighborhood at age 10! I also remember when we would go hiking on Mt. Penn.

    I am sure that all of Nancy’s friends and families have similar great memories of a very special person. I will miss you, Nancy.

    Your North Eighth Street pal,

    Stu Hammel



  42. Lynn Tatzko on March 6, 2009 at 7:14 am

    Dr. Deb, My heart goes out to you at this very sad and difficult time. Your personal lose is beyond measure and the world has lost a lady with the most beautiful heart I have ever know. God bless you, Nancy and all of the family.



  43. Bosede Iyewarun on March 6, 2009 at 10:26 am

    Words cannot express my sorrow. I will always remember the incredible smile that lit up the room, the sincere realness about Nancy and how loving she was. She will be missed dearly. I will never forget the positive and beautiful experiences she brought to my life during those Sprint days. Love always…Bosede



  44. Missy Price on March 6, 2009 at 11:41 am

    Doc, The video is beautiful.I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family.

    Missy



  45. Julie Smith on March 6, 2009 at 6:13 pm

    Deb, I am so sad to hear about Nancy’s passing. I send you and your family my deepest sympathy. I look forward to celebrating Nancy’s life with all on Saturday at her memorial service. Julie Smith



  46. Lauren Erdman on March 6, 2009 at 9:24 pm

    Nancy’s sister Susan & I were best friends growing up on N 8th St in Reading, Pa. I remember Nancy putting up with us with great patience while we played jewelry store & made mud pies in the back yard. Once we reached Jr High she would even drive us to Southern Jr High in the morning. Many years have gone by since those days & Susan & I lost touch a long time ago, but those wonderful memories will stay with me forever. My heart goes out to the entire family.



  47. Lauren Erdman on March 6, 2009 at 9:35 pm

    Nancy’s sister Susan & I were best friends growing up on N 8th St in Reading, Pa. I remember Nancy putting up with us with great patience while we played jewelry store & made mud pies in the back yard. Once we reached Jr High she would even drive us to Southern Jr High in the morning. Many years have gone by since those days & Susan & I lost touch a long time ago, but those wonderful memories will stay with me forever. My heart goes out to the entire family.



  48. Elizabeth Wheatley on March 6, 2009 at 10:21 pm

    What can I say that hasn’t already been said- but lovely, lovely, lovely….Thinking of you often.



  49. Patti Howell on March 7, 2009 at 8:57 am

    Although I never got an opportunity to know Nancy except for the little time she was at your office, I could see what a special angel she was. I know you will miss her terribly but you were so lucky to have found such a partner in life. Many never do. My thoughts are with you in this sad time.



  50. The Carpenters on March 7, 2009 at 6:42 pm

    We knew Nancy many years ago. She was in Darlene Carpenter wedding. Along with Nancy she had wonderful parents and sister. We will miss you even though you were far away.



  51. Lori on March 9, 2009 at 4:59 pm

    Dear Deb, I’m so sorry for your loss. I know the love you and Nancy had for each other was a gift few encounter. May your loss be eased by the memories and the caring and love of those around you. I’m so sorry I was not there on Sat. to celebrate Nancy’s life. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers as you move through your life. Lori



  52. Lisa Tuttle on March 9, 2009 at 9:47 pm

    Dr Deb I am so sorry for your loss. Nancy will be so missed but I am sure she is looking over all of us. She taught me so much that I could never thank her enough I will greatly miss her. I know that she can hear me when I say Thank you Nancy you changed my life.



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