Nancy Jean Donovan, 66

Nancy Jean Donovan, 66, of Hendersonville, NC passed away, Monday, February 23, 2015 at Cardinal Care Center.
She was the daughter of the late Paul and Juanita McIlvaine, her fiancé, Mark Rollins.

She had earned her Doctorate in Literature at Miami University, Ohio
and had taught at Miami University and Blue Ridge Community College.
She was an accomplished writer and had several of her papers published and earned several writing awards.
She is survived by two brothers, Robert McIlvaine of Slippery Rock, PA and Edward McIlvaine of Alexander, NC.
A service will be announced at a later date.
Donations may be made to a local charity of their choice in her name.
Condolence cards may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or PO Box 945, Hendersonville, NC 28793.