Nancy Anne Santiago

Nancy Anne Santiago transitioned to eternal life at home peacefully early Wednesday morning, June 19, 2024. She was 83 years old and a long time resident of Vallejo, CA. Nancy was born in Stockton, CA in 1941 and the daughter of Ted and Frances Henderson. Her parents moved her and her two sisters, Doral and Frances (Punkin), to Vallejo in 1948. She attended Lincoln Elementary, Hogan Junior High and graduated from Vallejo High School in 1958. Nancy married the love of her life, William Santiago (aka What's His Name), in 1959 and they were devoted to each other for 65 years. Nancy was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, auntie and friend to many. She will be remembered for her strength, her tireless work ethic, her compassionate heart, her humble, kind character and her uncondtional love. Nancy was dedicated to her career in the mortgage industry. She began as a title/escrow officer, working at Security Title and at Safeco Title in Vallejo, CA. She worked many years as a loan funder/closer at IMCO, NAMCO, Wells Fargo and WAMU, until she retired. Nancy's devotion to her children and love for sports led to countless years of supporting Vallejo's youth programs, even long after her children had grown. She volunteered at Vallejo Pop Warner Football, Bluebirds/Camp Fire Girls, Wilson Park Little League and the Vallejo Police Activities League (PAL). She enjoyed being a team mom, an official scorekeeper, managing sign-ups and running the canteen at Wilson Park for many years. Nancy was honored in 2014 for her 41 years of service and dedication to the Vallejo Babe Ruth Baseball League. She held many titles during those years which included Player Agent, Secretary, Treasurer and President and she ended her volunteer commitments as the Commissioner of Vallejo Babe Ruth. Nancy also volunteered and managed Bingo events which were crucial in raising money for Vallejo Babe Ruth, Jesse Bethel Highschool and Springstowne Junior High. Nancy's commitment to giving was not just limited to her loved ones and her local community. Nancy donated to many charities to assist those in need such as St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Paralyzed Veterans of America and to ScienceCare for medical research. Nancy also donated to other organizations such as the Southern Poverty Law Center to support equality and the ongoing fight against hatred and intolerance in America. Nancy is survived by her beloved husband William and their five children: Traci McDowell (Rodney), Christina Santiago, Anthony (Tony) Santiago, Deirdre Cook (Dave) and Vincent Santiago (Celine). Her grandchildren Lorelei, Adrianna, Dominic and her three great grandchildren, Everett, Quinn, and Maren. She leaves behind her sole surviving sister Frances (Punkin) Molleur and many nieces and nephews. Her transition of life will reunite her with many souls she touched along the way including her sister Doral and her grandson Bryce. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 am on July 8th. at Twin Chapels Mortuary located at 1100 Tennessee Street in Vallejo, CA. A reception will follow at Zio Fradeo's located at 23 Harbor Way in Vallejo, CA.