Nan Delia Haywood
January 17, 1963 ~ September 16, 2017
Nan Delia Haywoods life journey began January 17, 1963, in Austin, Texas where she was born to the late Norcell D. Haywood and Joyce Marie Smith Haywood. She was granted her angel wings on September 16, 2017 in New Braunfels, after a courageous battle with cancer. She accepted Christ at a very early age at her family's church home, Second Baptist Church in San Antonio, Texas. Her father was an architect and her mother an educator in the San Antonio Independent School District. Nan spread her wings to Buffalo, NY before returning home to San Antonio where she resided until her journey home. Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that Nan had touched in some small way throughout her memorable life. Nans life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by her, understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. Her infectious smile and loving spirit brought so much joy to her family. She attended Sam Houston High School in San Antonio, TX, and graduated in 1981. During her time at Sam Houston, Nan was a vivacious cheerleader for her beloved Cherokees. Her love for the law drove her to continue her education at the University of Texas -San Antonio (UTSA), where she obtained a Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice in 1987. Nan continued her education at Our Lady of the Lake University, where she was perusing her Masters of Science in Education.
Nan was a beautiful, strong, wise and funny individual. She was a long-time Juvenile Probation Officer in Bexar County for more than 13 years, until she became ill. She was not able to return to the work she loved, but she gave courage and hope to those she served and reminded us of the preciousness of life. Nan was preceded in death by her father, Norcell D. Haywood. Loving memories will be forever cherished by her mother Joyce Marie Haywood-Lovelady. Nan is survived by her children Erica Haywood, Terrence Littlefield Jr., Elizabeth Littlefield; grandchildren Marckus McNeil, Maliyah Blackmon, Michael Blackmon, & Matthew Blackmon, brothers Michael Cary Obershan, David Norcell Haywood and sister Natalie Dawn Haywood, sister in-law Lelah Moseley-Haywood, niece Maya Rice; aunts Lois Mabry, Ann Brown, Judy Breaux-Brown and a host of other family and friends. Nan will truly be missed by her family friends and the many people whose lives she touched.
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Nothing is harder than saying Goodbye to someone You Love.Thinking of my Family at this sad time and sending Love. Expressing Condolence and Sympayhy.
When a soul that we love takes flight on the wings of a dove, we grieve. Family, I pray God keep us close in this time of loss. Love Y’all, Regina Wooden-Rideaux & Family
Rest in love cousin. ❤
You fought the good fight, sissy! Keep dancing with the angels!
You will forever be in my heart cousin. Please continue to watch over our Family.
Nan you will be missed family take care and God bless.
A great lady and friend! My condolences to the family… Cherokee always…. Renee Watson
To the family, keep your hands in the hand of Jesus for He is the way, the truth, and the life. Nan will be truly missed. She was my sister in Christ.
Love lives forever, thank you so much for yours cousin~R.I.P
My condolences and prayers to the family.
“We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.” 2 Corinthians 5:8 (KJV) Love to all my family. Cousin Joyce
Praying for the family.
Forever in our hearts!
My condolences to the family, Nan was a beautiful & kind person. …..Class of 80 Cherokees Arleen Blue
Rest in Heavenly Peace my beautiful niece. You remain in our hearts forever.
Love you cousin Nan. You will forever be in our hearts. Rest in heavenly peace♡
I’ve always, always thought Nan to be so very beautiful and awsome both inside and out. I’ll miss her infectious smile.
Sorry for your loss keeping you in pray
Fly Hi. Very Beautiful person. RIP.
Blessed to be among Angles as they welcome you. RIP Nan.
Our hearts and prayers goes out to the family. Our families go a long ways back and we will always love you guys.
My prayers go out to the family. Nan was a wonderful and sweet friend, she will be truly miss.
Beautiful tribute. Haywood family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
My deepest condolences to the family. Praying for strength and comfort for the family, friends, and loved ones.
RIP my friend. I’m so glad we got to have a great conversation and that I got a chance to see you again. Until we meet again in heaven, rest well.
We are praying for the entire family. How beautiful it is to have touched so many in such a short time. God bless you.
My deepest condolences to the family.
I send my deepest sympathy to the Haywood family. Nan will always be remembered as one of SHHS most precious and spirited cheerleaders and a beautiful person inside and out. Grace & Peace be with you.
Nan had a beautiful spirit inside and out she was loved by everyone she had a very special way of keeping everyone in a positive light and when she walked in the room nothing but joy followed her. My my prayers and condolences to the family for your loss may she rest in peace and the Lord provides you with the strength and understanding of his will
May God bless Nan’s children and grandchildren and all her family, especially her dear mother. I pray for the strength to endure during this difficult time. God bless you.
Liz praying for you and your family at this difficult time. Psalm 56:8 “You have collected all my tears and saved them in your bottle! You have recorded every one in your book” I am here for you
My condolences I grew up with Nan, and will be truly missed. Nan was the truly fresh flower that JESUS picked out of the garden to be HIS and lovely one. RIP.
I remember our last conversation. Etta and I were happy to see you. We exchange good will until we met again. Until we meet again. Pleasant memories of a beautiful person
To my best friend my Your rest with Lord grateful I will truly miss you. Your friend for life.cheer for me to get my angle as I go thru this life MY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY
Godspeed Nan
My prayers to the Haywood Family. I was blessed to know Nan at Sam Houston. We shared some great memories while at Sam. So sorry to hear of her passing. God speed on your journey home, Nan.
To the entire Haywood family, prayers going up as you take this next step in the journey. I won’t say good bye, I will say good night sweet friend. Because we are God’s children we will see you in the morning. #Cherrokees4life
Nan was one of the sweetest people I’d ever met. I was so blessed to have a friend like you. You were a shining jewel on earth, now you will continue to shine in Heaven.
Your loving nature and infectious smile touched many hearts, including my own. You will be missed by so many and we all thank God for giving us the opportunity to meet such a glorious human being. Rest now and fly with the Angels dear lady.
Sending prayers to the Haywood family. Nan will be truly missed and never forgotten.
My sincere condolences to Nan’s family and appreciation and thanks for lending her to me for more than 30 years of her life. We shared so much it is to numerous to list. I will cherish the memories and she will forever live on in my heart.
To the Haywood family: Beautiful tribute…The Lord has called home another one of his soldiers and gained another angel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you begin your journey of healing. We are here if you need us. To Nan: I’m sure you will continue to help others in heaven as well as those left on earth. Spread your wings and fly Nan and rest in heavenly peace.
Rest in Heavenly Peace, Cousin Nan Forever in our hearts ♥️
Rest In Peace Nan!!! Thank you for your service to the city of San Antonio. Your Life’s contribution to the people you touched will be truly missed, but well appreciated. Love You Alway, Our Special Angel In Heaven!!! To the Family, know that God is with you always and he will carry you through your loss and any other trials and tribulations in your life!!! May God Keep and Comfort You By His Grace And Mercy!!!
To the Haywood family, my prayers are with you during this time. “Good people pass away; the godly often die before their time. But no one seems to care or wonder why. No one seems to understand that God is protecting them from the evil to come. For those who follow godly paths will rest in peace when they die”. (Isaiah 57:1-2, NIV) Believe that God has protected Nan as He is protecting her family. She went through the battle of cancer for the protection of her children. She achieved the ultimate goal, she earned her wings. May God continue to keep you during this time. “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Phil 4:7, NIV)
My condolences to Nan and her family. We will miss her dearly. I’ve been knowing Nan since we were both 11 year old kids at Jeff Davis Middle School. Our paths always crossed all the way to college. I’ve watched her grow and become the brilliant person that she was. That was evident when we were kids. She was always destined for greatness. There will never be another Nan. God bless her
Deepest sympathy from the Babino family & her granddaughter, Savannah C. Haywood in ATL. Precious memories of teen years with Nan remain close to heart. R.I.P.
Nan you will be miss
I was saddened to hear of Nan’s passing. My condolences to her many family and friends who kived and adored her.
I was saddened to hear of Nan’s passing. My condolences to her many family and friends who loved and adored her.
My deepest sympathy for Nan’s passing. We know that Heaven shines brighter because of her. May you family find peace in knowing she has her Angel’s wings and she will be the soft voice that you here when you feel you can’t endure. She may be saying I’m better now, see you soon and I’ll keep you a seat in Heaven. Praying for you.
My beautiful Nan. A lovely spirit and a lovely person. I am so grief stricken by your passing, but at the same time, I take solace to know, that you are rejoicing with angels and God. I am going to miss you sweetie, we had some great times, and great conversations. You were a strong, courageous, caring, and loving individual. You were a warrior in spirit. I love you Nan, and I will carry you in my spirit. Rest in peace. A true jewel taken too soon.
Condolences and prayers to the family. RIP Nan.
To the Haywood Family and Friends: Nan Haywood is a good example of a woman working for God. Your legacy is a great one and I am honored to be apart of it. God is good…All the time. Nan you showed me so much and others and we know Heaven is receiving a Super Angel. Our time we spent at Sam Houston High and after that will always be dear to me. We had a lot of laughs and a lot of fun. I enjoyed your company so much because you knew how to enjoy life to the fullest. A true friend and a true warrior you will always be to me. And to the family, just let God be your guide and keep the good memories alive of Nan D. Haywood. Well done my good and faithful servant. Nan Haywood RIP…….Willard Johnson Class of ’81
Condolences. Godspeed to the family in your healing
Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore. Psalm 16:11
Prayer’s to the family.God has gained an angel.My condolences to you all.God Bless
Most sincere condolences extended to the family. Nan was such a sweet lady. I will always remember the cheer that her presence spread when she was in the room. Thank you for the laughs. May you rest in peace.
My condolences. Nan and I were friends while in Graduate school at Our Lady of the Lake University. Her tenacity and passion for work, education, all aspects of her life gave me encouragement. She was a sweet, kind person who was always in good spirits, offering everyone a kind word and a beautiful smile. I am so happy to have known her. Rest in peace sweet angel.
My prayers for the family, Nan was always a kind person with a smile. Last time I saw her was in 7 and I still remember her smile today ….
My prayers and condolences go out to her family. I went to Jeff Davis Jr high with Nan. She was a beautiful person inside and out. May she Rest In Peace
Sending our prayers and love to the entire family.
Ms. Haywood I will miss your sweet voice and gentle spirit. What a beautiful woman you are. You always brought a smile to my face. You fought the good fight…rest in peace my sister in Christ.
“Nan was truly a good friend to me. We shared our dreams with each other when we were in high school. I will be praying for your family Nan. Bless your heart.”
So sorry to hear.
Praying for the family. RIP.
I remember Nan she was a beautiful person. RIP
So sorry to hear the news about Nan. Gods blessings to her family.
Rest In Peace cousin, From: The Haywood Family Of Bastrop Co,Texas Sharon Haywood sharon56haywood@gmail.com
Rest In Peace cousin, The Haywood Family Bastrop Co,Texas Sharon Haywood sharon56haywood@gmail.com
“Now you understand Just why my head’s not bowed. I don’t shout or jump about Or have to talk real loud. When you see me passing, it ought to make you proud. I say, It’s in the click of my heels, The bend of my hair, The palm of my hand, The need for my care. ‘Cause I’m a woman Phenomenally. Phenomenal Woman, That’s me.” Nan, you were and always will be just that; Phenomenal, and I’m so blessed to know you passed my way in this lifetime. Love you my friend!!!
I’m going to really miss you! I will always love you my sister!
Love you to pieces Nan D. The memories we shared will last a lifetime. Our girlhood dreams and the fruition of many of our accomplishments. I appreciated you as the beautiful,loyal,fierce friend you were and always will be. Your touch, your humor, your compassion, your heart. abd your courage and smile are etched into my being for eternity. Rest in peace and power my beautiful friend. You were a Godsend to me. Love forever and a day….. Vicki J Austin and Family My deepest condolences to Nat Ms Haywood-Lovelady and family. May God’s comfort surround you.
Wow so sorry about the passing of a good friend and classmate Nan you will be missed may you rest in peace. My condolences to your family
Nan. I can’t believe it. We attended jr. High snd University together. Blessings to your family. I pass the house you stayed in when we were kids almost daily. The world is a poorer place at your passing.
Valarie Bruno
Love you so much mom. I continue to hear your sweet voice calling my name. I love more than you will ever know my beautiful Angel. This is not easy stills feels like a thorn in my side! Please continue to watch over me. Liz -your baby girl
Love you mom. Wish me the best in preserving your legacy and image. Bye!!!
THE HAYWOOD FAMILY
BASTROP CO,TEXAS