Nancy Thompson of Birch Run, Michigan

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, January 26, 2026, at Hoyt Nursing and Rehab Center. She was 80 years old. Nancy Railling was born on September 2, 1945, in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Mervin James and Melissa Catherine (Henry) Railling. She was a graduate of Saginaw High School and a proud member of the National Honors Society. While in high school, her choir had the honor of singing at the Michigan State Capitol. In attendance at a wedding, she met the love of her life, Richard Thompson. They dated, fell in love, and were married on April 16, 1966, in Fosters, Michigan; he survives her. The role of her lifetime, one she treasured and cherished above all others, was to be a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Family made her heart happy and full. Nancy was a former member of Sheridan Road Baptist Church and a current and faithful member of First Baptist Church of Bridgeport. She was an exceptional cook and baker, knowing the secret ingredient to all recipes was making it with love. Nancy enjoyed reading, working on crossword puzzles, and spending time with her cats. She loved attending church, singing in the choir, and sharing her faith in Jesus. Nancy will forever be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor and beautiful laugh.

Surviving are her husband of almost 60 years, Richard Thompson of Birch Run; her daughter, Debbie Bernal of Leona Valley, CA; her son, Matthew (Debra) Thompson of Swartz Creek; five grandchildren: Michelle (Walter) Guimet-Bernal, Melody Bernal, Phillip Bernal, Christina Bernal, and Erik (Madi) Sowden; four great-grandchildren: Mason, Arianna, Everleigh, and Aribella; brother, James Railling of Saginaw. Also surviving are an aunt, cousins, extended family, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mervin and Melissa Railling; and a sister, Michelle Railling.

A funeral service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at First Baptist Church of Bridgeport, 2400 King Road, Saginaw, Michigan 48601. Pastor JD Howell will officiate. Private burial will take place on Monday at Great Lakes National Cemetery. Family and friends may gather at the W. L. Case and Company Funeral Directors, 5700 Dixie Highway, Saginaw, MI 48601 on Friday from 2:00 p.m. t0 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home, church, or through www.casefuneralhome.com.