Nancy Lee Chepelsky was born on December 17, 1944 in Lyndora, Pa to Julia and John Chepelsky. Raised in New Castle, Pa, Nancy was one of 5 children. Sisters are Joanne, Dorothy and Donna ( all deceased) and surviving brother John. Nancy graduated from New Castle High School and later attended The Art Institue of Pittsburgh where she graduated with an associates degree in advertising design.

Nancy started her career at Printcraft Printing in Dormont, PA an went on to later own and operate the company with her husband and partner John Bayer.

Before and after retirement, Nancy and John's love of travel took them across our country from coast to coast. Nancy, an avid nature photographer, captured the beauty of our National parks and coastlines with her amazing photos.

Nancy is survived by her husband John Bayer and brother John Chepelsky. Surviving family members include stepchildren Stephen Bayer, Barbara Bayer, Lauren Bayer Prescott and granddaughter Haley. Also, nieces Heather Dugan, Linda Doren, Diane Mack, Cindy Burrelli and Maria Chepelsky. Nephews are David And Mark Kneram.

And avid animal lover, donations in Nancy's name can be sent to Animal Friends, 562Camp Hill Road, Pittsburgh , Pa 15237.