Obituary of Nancy Margaret Gobatto

GOBATTO, Nancy Passed away unexpectedly in her home on August 13, 2016, at the age of 40 years. She is survived by her partner, Katie Thompson. Beloved Daughter to Margaret and the late Luigi (2015). Sister to Mandy, Jeff, Craig, and Amanda. Cherished Aunt to Meg, Aiden, Jessica and Jacob. Nancy graduated from FJ Brennan in 1994 before obtaining both her BA and MA from the University of Windsor in Literature and Creative Writing. She then went on to pursue post-graduate work in Women"s Studies at York University before returning to Windsor and teaching Women's Studies courses at U of W, where as an innovative professor she was loved by students and well regarded by colleagues. Nancy was a gifted writer who could weave a story from next to nothing, and immerse her reader in its telling. This probably stemmed from her love of words -- especially saying them. Nancy was happiest when with her friends and family, talking about everything. Her absence will be largely felt -- and not just by the abundance of silence it will bring. Memorial visitation will be held at WINDSOR CHAPEL (Central Chapel) 1700 Tecumseh Rd. E. 519-253-7234 on Friday, August 19, 2016 from 3-5 & 7-9 p.m. Prayers at 4:30 p.m. Memorial visitation will continue at St. Angela Merici Church (980 Louis Ave.), Saturday August 20, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Elizabeth Health Care or The Downtown Mission. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com