Irene Nettles
1917–2004 (age 87)
Biography
Irene Nettles, born in 1917, embraced the roles of daughter, sister, and later matriarch with grace, ensuring that family traditions were passed along while opening her home to friends and neighbors. She found joy in small acts of kindness, whether knitting for newborns or organizing meals for families during challenging seasons.
Her warm presence at Isabell Chapel made it a sanctuary where generations could gather for solace, laughter, and remembrance, and she continued to encourage anyone seeking comfort long after official duties had ended. Those who sat with her know that her faith and generous welcome remain woven into the chapel's quiet halls.