Obituary of Myrna Rivard Nabors

Myrna Rivard Nabors, 73, was born May 12, 1938 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Serge Arthur and Inez (Reed) Rivard. She passed away August 19, 2011 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.Myrna earned her Master's Degree in Social Work from ASU and had a rewarding career concluding as Director of Social Services for two hospitals in Phoenix, Arizona. She retired to Colorado Springs and since retirement has enjoyed being with her family and friends, traveling and her many hobbies including: decorating, jewelry making, cross-stitching, book club and gardening.Myrna felt her greatest legacy was her children and grandchildren. Her dimpled smile reflected her unfailing optimism. She touched the lives of many people with her thoughtfulness and generosity. She will be missed by the many who loved her.She is survived by her husband of 27 blissful years, Bill; she reared four wonderful, devoted children, Mike, Susan, Mark and Paul Rivard; and was a beloved "Grammy" to 16 grandchildren.Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, August 27, 2011 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2650 Parish View, Colorado Springs, Colorado.Funeral Home:The Springs Funeral Services3115 East Platte AvenueColorado Springs, , COUS 80909 Events Service Saturday, August 27, 2011 10:00AM Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 2650 Parish View Colorado Springs, , CO 80919 Phone: 719-599-5031