Nana Tanner Obituary
The memory of Nana Tanner of Belton, Texas, born in Temple, Texas, who passed away on February 9, 2025 at the age of 71, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Nana Tanner to pay them a last tribute.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Nana leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her parents, James Calvin Tanner and Trinna LaNelle Tanner (Farley). She is survived by: her siblings, Shelley Rece Tanner, Stacey Rane Tanner and James Roddy "Rod" Tanner (Laura Denise Tanner); and her nephews, James Roddy Tanner Jr., Sean Michael Tanner and William Courtland Tanner.
Renay received various prestigious awards in recognition of her contributions to science and international studies. She was named a Helena Rubenstein Foundation Scholar for Women in Science in 1989-1991 and an International Scholar in 1990-1991 at Columbia University.
