Nancy Downing Obituary
We announce the death of Nancy Downing (Versailles, Kentucky), who passed away on August 11, 2026, at the age of 81. Nancy will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Nancy will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Nancy will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Nancy’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her husband Samuel Downing; and her brothers, John W. Greathouse, Jr., David Greathouse and Edward Greathouse. She is survived by: her sons, Richard Ristaneo, Robert Ristaneo and Quienton "Trey" Walker; her siblings, Allen Greathouse and Margaret G. Claus; and her sisters-in-law, Penny Greathouse and Buffy Greatouse. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews and many cousins.
