Lillian Jane (Nesselrodt) Eckard, 86, of Brandywine passed away on Feb. 4, 2026, at her residence.
She was born on Aug. 2, 1939, in Brandywine, the daughter of the late Emery Luther and Flodie (Miller) Nesselrodt.
Mrs. Eckard attended Brandywine Schools and had worked in poultry plants.
She loved spending time with her family and friends and lunch dates with her sister, Libby.
She attended Brandywine Baptist Church.
Her husband, Verlin Lee Eckard, preceded her in death.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory a son, Richard Nesselrodt of Brandywine; a sister, Arlene Dahmer of Newark, Delaware; a granddaughter, Ashley Nicole; and two great-grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by Bob Dice, her companion of many years; a daughter, Tammy Nesselrodt; three brothers, Tyson, Orvin and Bennie; and a sister, Anna “Libby” Elizabeth Hoover.
In honoring her wishes, her body has been cremated.
Memorials may be made to “the family,” c/o Basagic Funeral Home, PO Box 215, Franklin, WV 26807.
Memories and words of comfort may be left at www.basagic.com.
