ST. HELENA - Nena Lynn Talcott passed away peacefully on 26 November 2024 in her beautiful home, with her children whom she loved dearly by her side. Nena battled cancer and related ailments for the past fifteen years yet passed with utmost dignity and grace.
Nena was born Albany, California in 1945 and raised in Mercer Island, Washington. She moved to the Napa Valley in 1972. She is survived by her daughter Adrian Talcott of Saint Helena, her son Max Talcott of Yangon, Myanmar, her brother Craig Hopkins of Tigard, Oregon, and her nephew Jeffrey Hopkins of Orange County, California. She was preceded in death by her mother, Marian Hopkins and father, Burton Hopkins as well as nephews Todd and Andy Hopkins. Additionally, Nena leaves behind a close group of friends around the world, but especially in the community of Saint Helena, where she made her home for so many years.
In keeping with Nena's final wishes, no funeral services will be held. Those wishing to make a donation in her memory are encouraged to contribute to the Napa Valley Community Foundation.
Nena's family thanks all those who have sent their condolences since her passing. She will be forever remembered as a loving wife, mother, and friend.
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