Nancy Irene Cavins

Nancy Irene Cavins, age 85 of New Albany formerly of Orleans, passed away on November 12, 2026 at Lincoln Hills Nursing Home in New Albany. She was born in Jonesville, VA on April 3, 1941 to Tony and Maggie (Edwards) Delph. On August 12, 1960, Nancy married Tony Cavins who preceded her in death on November 29, 2015. She was a retired caregiver and lived a life that was rooted in the Christian faith. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, spending time with her grandchildren, praying and reading her Bible. 

Survivors include her daughter, Susie White of Jeffersonville; sons, Scott Cavins of Orleans and Archie Cavins of Louisville, KY; sister, Mary Ann Wilson (Darrell) of Paoli; brothers, TJ Delph of North Carolina, Ottis Delph (Ann) of Paoli, Garland Delph (Margie) of Paoli, Cecil Delph (Kay) of Buffalo, and Grover Delph (Patty) of North Carolina; 14 grandchildren; and several great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her daughter, Deborah Rucker; and one great grandchild.

The visitation for Nancy Cavins will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 from 11am - 1pm at McAdams Mortuary. The funeral will follow at 1pm at the funeral home. Bro. Harvey McAdams will officiate. Cremation was chosen. For condolences visit mcadamsmotuary.com