Nancy was my favorite teacher in the world and mentor. She was one of the best role models and saved many students from themselves including me, over the years. Without her, I honestly believe my sister and I never would have finished high school and I would not be a teacher myself.
What started as tutoring became an alternative school for those that fell through the school system cracks, those that expelled without any other solutions, those that were going to quit (me), and so many other reasons. She founded Nashville Academy for those students. She taught from her home so we may succeed. She believed in every child.
If you lived in Antioch, TN, then you may have known her or known someone who was saved by her. She touched so many lives. She was known as Mrs. Nancy Toy by most.
She was a beautiful person from the inside out. Nancy, you will be one of the best heroes of my life, you will be missed eternally. I only wished I had picked up the phone and called you more often, especially during theses times of uncertainty, you were always lifting others up and would have the encouragement I needed.
Goodbye, Bette Davis Eyes. I love you!