Nancy Ann Corning

Nancy Ann (Hoffman) Corning entered into rest on November 6, 2026.

Nancy was the daughter of Donna (Munger) Goodson and Harry Hoffman Jr., born June 8, 1946, in Battle Creek, Michigan. With the exception of a couple of years, she remained a lifelong resident of Battle Creek.

She was a graduate of Battle Creek Central High School and wore many different hats throughout her employment history.

Over the years, she worked as a waitress, a bartender, a line worker, and a nanny, before finally settling into her career at II Stanley, where she worked and retired from 1986-2006.

Nancy loved to do many things when she was able, including crocheting, and playing cards, dice, and board games. She loved dancing, was known to be quite the pool shark, and absolutely loved spending time with her grandkids.

She was also a dedicated sponsor and mentor to individuals struggling with addiction, putting many years of hard work into helping others while faithfully doing the work herself.

Nancy fought and beat breast cancer, alongside many other illnesses that she refused to let win for many, many years. Her determination to rise up through all the trials she faced was truly unmatched.

She leaves behind her sister, Sally Thayer of Hastings, MI; her brothers, Donald (Carol) Sass of Oceanside, CA, and Larry (Diana) Blake of Gilbert, AZ; her son, Richard Hillard Jr. of Charlotte, MI; her daughter, Tina (Tony) Mason of Burlington, MI; as well as five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Donna (Munger) Goodson and Harry Hoffman Jr.; her brothers, Rex Slagle and Daniel Balch; and her granddaughter, Hayleigh Mason.

In accordance with Nancy's wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be planned for this coming summer to honor and celebrate her incredible journey. Donations may be made in Nancy's memory to Susan G. Komen 13770 Noel Road, Suite 801889, Dallas, TX 75380. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home. To leave an online condolence visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.