Nancy Walker Killian
Nancy Killian, 75, of Simpsonville, wife of Steven S. Killian for forty years, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, January 26, 2026.
Born in Boston, MA, Mrs. Killian was the daughter of the late James & Eleanor Whitcomb Walker. She was a member of Fountain Inn Methodist Church.
In addition to her husband, Steve, she is survived by three children, Jane Killian, Carol Killian and James Killian and his wife, Jess; two grandchildren, Walker and Levi Killian; and two sisters, Ann Walker (Ed Morgan), and Victoria Walker.
Nancy earned her bachelor’s degree from Tufts University and MBA from Babson College. She began her career at a national public accounting firm in Boston and was a CPA. Nancy moved to Greer in 1982, spearheading the financial department of Avco Lycoming’s new plant, and met Steve two years later. She then worked with Steve at Ware’s Auto Parts and Killian Auto Pros.
Growing up, Nancy spent her summers on Cape Cod, MA, and enjoyed sailing and field hockey. She was famous for the sour cream coffee cakes she baked every Christmas. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister who cherished her family above all else.
The funeral service, officiated by Pastor Matt Yon, will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 4:00 pm at Cannon Byrd Funeral Home – Simpsonville, Heritage Chapel, 313 N. Main St., Simpsonville, SC.
The family will receive friends following the service.
Interment in Cannon Byrd Memorial Park will be private for the family.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to: Pendleton Place, 1133 Pendleton Street, Greenville, SC 29601 or Boykin Spaniel Rescue, 112 Hunter Ridge Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29316.
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Steve and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this sad time. May God be with each of you in the days and weeks ahead and grant you comfort and peace.
Steve. James, Jane, and Carol, I was very sadden to learn of the passing of your dear wife,, and mother for the family. I can feel the hurt of the loss. Just know that the promise that he will be with you and give you comfort. May God make smooth the path before you in the trying days ahead. I will keep you and the family in my heart and prayers.
Your friend in Christ. Ray
Sweet family… God, lay your hand on these folks and comfort them as they celebrate Mrs. Nancy’s life..
So sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. Prayers for HIS peace to surround you all during this difficult season. This entire family is special to us and so many others. In Christ,
Keith and Denise Morton
We were saddened to hear of Nancy’s passing. She will be missed but we know that she is in glory with no more pain. Our prayers are with you all and we will continue to pray for comfort. May God be with you and bless you.
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. May your precious memories ease your sorrow.
Thinking of all of Nancy’s family at this time, as you celebrate her life.
Steve & Family,
Sorry for your loss, Praying for all of you.
Steve & Sheila Kelley
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for the loss of Nancy. God bless each of you as your journey through grief. God will grant you peace in your time of loss.
Steve, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Nancy. she was always so polite and kind to me when we saw each other when I was delivering there.. You and your family have been in my thoughts for several days since finding out about her being in the hospital. My condolences go out to Jane, Carol James and James family.
Harriett and Blair Whitney
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for peace for your whole family.. Alan , Kim, Rachel and Megan Mcknight
Steve, our hearts are saddened to
hear of the loss of your precious wife Nancy. Our prayers for God’s
Comfort and love to be with you
and your family through this difficult
time. May God be with you all!
With love and prayers.
Keith and Diane Brown.