Nancy Trabin
1945 – 2025
Nancy Trabin of Monroe Township, NJ, passed away on September 12, 2025 at the age of 80, after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born on May 18, 1945 in Slatedale, PA, she attended Temple University and Muhlenberg College, studying nursing. Nancy lived in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Michigan, before moving to Monroe Township, NJ to be closer to her grandchildren.
Nancy’s love of caring for people started at a young age. When she finished high school, she attended nursing school, then worked as a nurse for several years. Nancy later became a stay-at-home mother while continuing to work in the community, volunteering in numerous capacities. She later returned to work as a patient instructor at the University of Michigan Medical School. Nancy loved spending time with her three granddaughters and attending many of their activities and sporting events. She also enjoyed many hobbies, including playing cards, gardening, reading, puzzles, sewing, watching sports, and engaging in politics. Nancy also loved traveling; some of her favorite vacations included road trips around the US, several trips to Israel, and a Caribbean cruise for her 80th birthday.
Nancy was a caring mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She is survived by her children, Jennifer (Jeremy) Black and Deborah Trabin and her granddaughters, Shira, Talia, and Eliana Black.
Funeral services and burial will be held on Tuesday, September 16 at 11:00 am at Shalom Memorial Park, 3573 Pine Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA.
Shiva will be observed at the residence of Jen and Jeremy Black in Plainsboro, NJ, from 7:30 – 9:00pm on Tuesday, September 16, Wednesday September 17, and Thursday September 18. There will be a minyan at 8pm on all three evenings.
Memorial contributions are respectfully requested to American Cancer Society and Planned Parenthood.
Funeral arrangements are by Orland’s Ewing Memorial Chapel. OrlandsMemorialChapel.com/Nancy-Trabin
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom, Nancy.
Many fond memories with our Havurah.
May her memory be a blessing. Sending love and strength to all of you, Donna & Marvin
Sherry and I are saddened about the loss of cousin Nancy. Her beautiful smile, graciousness, and charismatic presence will not be forgotten.
Although separated by time and distance, I love cousin Nancy and will miss her. One always wishes to get together again and share our lives, but unfortunately that is not to be.
We send sincere condolences to all mispacha Trabinim on this dreadful occasion.
We would like to come up there but health issues down here in Florida won’t permit. We’re sending love from afar!
Jay and Sherry Trabin
Palm City, FL
And love to all
Our sincerest sympathy to Jennifer and Debbie. Even though I hadn’t seen your mom in several years, I fondly remember our times together.
Jack and Susan Couzens
I enjoyed gardening with Nancy as we shared our plants. I spoke to her several times while she lived in New Jersey.
May her memory be a blessing.
My husband and I were so sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother. We played cards with her for several years. I enjoyed talking with her about her family and her plants. You have our deepest condolences.