Nancy Jane Lambert

Nancy Jane Lambert, age 74, of East Prairie, Missouri, passed away the early morning of Monday, June 5, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on May 12, 1949, in Kankakee, Illinois, the daughter of Melvin and Leora (Becker) Young. On October 22, 1966, she married Arthur Mitchell Lambert at St. John’s United Church of Christ. Nancy enjoyed being outdoors, especially camping and birdwatching. She had a knack for collecting elephants, and, more than anything, she loved being a mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending as much time as possible with her children and grandchildren. Nancy is survived by her beloved husband of 56 years, Arthur M. Lambert; five daughters, April Lambert of East Prairie, MO, June (Beau) Breckenridge of Kankakee, IL, Sheila (Heath) McCain of Sikeston, MO, Colleen Lambert (Wendell) of Kankakee, IL, and Ramona (John) Thomas of Rockvale, TN; one sister, Norma (Lloyd) Hedges of Benton, MO; one brother, Neil (Mary) Young of Rodgers City, MI; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; one sister; and one granddaughter. Cremation rites have been accorded. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.