Tucson Community Rallies Around Disappeared TV Host's Mother in Heart-Wrenching Search Efforts
The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie, has left a Tucson community in shock. The 84-year-old was last seen at her home on Saturday night, but failed to show up for church on Sunday morning, prompting her family to report her missing.
Family friend Sally Shamrell described the situation as "absolutely heart-wrenching," stating that the Guthrie family is "a very revered family" in Tucson. Shamrell has known the family for over 30 years and expressed her gratitude towards the community's response to the crisis. The actress and former reporter, who helped organize a candlelight service at St. Philip's Episcopal Church, acknowledged the family's positive contributions to the community and their faith.
The Pima County Sheriff's Department is investigating Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as a crime, with no suspect or person of interest identified yet. Authorities believe she was abducted from her home in the Catalina Foothills area over the weekend, where there were signs of forced entry. A small amount of blood found inside the home has been tested for evidence.
The search efforts have seen the community come together to pray for Nancy Guthrie's safe return. Savannah Guthrie herself posted a plea on social media, asking her followers to lift their prayers with hers and express hope that they will be answered in this "very moment." The 54-year-old also shared a longer video message alongside her siblings, Camron and Annie Guthrie, pleading for the return of their mother.
Shamrell emphasized the importance of community support during this difficult time, saying, "I just hope if they see this, and they see the whole community's come together, that they will know that they're not alone. It's a pretty dark time." The service at St. Philip's Episcopal Church was livestreamed on the church's website, with attendees packing the pews to place dozens of candles at the altar.
Anyone with information about Nancy Guthrie's disappearance is urged to call the Pima County Sheriff's tip line at 520-351-4900.
The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie, has left a Tucson community in shock. The 84-year-old was last seen at her home on Saturday night, but failed to show up for church on Sunday morning, prompting her family to report her missing.
Family friend Sally Shamrell described the situation as "absolutely heart-wrenching," stating that the Guthrie family is "a very revered family" in Tucson. Shamrell has known the family for over 30 years and expressed her gratitude towards the community's response to the crisis. The actress and former reporter, who helped organize a candlelight service at St. Philip's Episcopal Church, acknowledged the family's positive contributions to the community and their faith.
The Pima County Sheriff's Department is investigating Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as a crime, with no suspect or person of interest identified yet. Authorities believe she was abducted from her home in the Catalina Foothills area over the weekend, where there were signs of forced entry. A small amount of blood found inside the home has been tested for evidence.
The search efforts have seen the community come together to pray for Nancy Guthrie's safe return. Savannah Guthrie herself posted a plea on social media, asking her followers to lift their prayers with hers and express hope that they will be answered in this "very moment." The 54-year-old also shared a longer video message alongside her siblings, Camron and Annie Guthrie, pleading for the return of their mother.
Shamrell emphasized the importance of community support during this difficult time, saying, "I just hope if they see this, and they see the whole community's come together, that they will know that they're not alone. It's a pretty dark time." The service at St. Philip's Episcopal Church was livestreamed on the church's website, with attendees packing the pews to place dozens of candles at the altar.
Anyone with information about Nancy Guthrie's disappearance is urged to call the Pima County Sheriff's tip line at 520-351-4900.
i cant even imagine what those kids are going thru. its crazy how one minute she was there and next she wasnt, like, did anything ever change in tucson besides getting more retirees ? 
anyway the family needs our help & prayers right now 
especially that candlelight service sounds so cool 
. It's like they're showing everyone that Nancy Guthrie's family isn't alone right now. I feel bad that Savannah and her siblings are going through this, but at the same time, it's heartwarming to see people rallying around them. The fact that someone who knows the family is so grateful for the community's support just shows how strong their bonds can be 
I'm not surprised to see a whole community rallying 'round some rich family's missing mom...like it's always gonna be that way, you know? 
And let's be real, the fact that her daughter is on TV doesn't make this any less staged. 
The whole "heart-wrenching" search efforts thing just feels like a PR stunt to me...and don't even get me started on the blood inside the house - yeah, sure, it's probably just a red herring...or maybe not 
. I mean, what's the real motive here? 
. It all feels a bit too convenient to me...but hey, who am I to question the "heart" of the community? 
And Savannah Guthrie, she's so brave for speaking out and asking people to pray for her mom 
. I hope the police catch whoever did this, and Nancy comes home safe and sound 
. Savannah Guthrie's pleas on social media got me thinking, though - maybe we can use our online presence to help find Nancy too... share this post, people! Let's raise awareness about what's happening here 
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. The authorities are doing everything they can to investigate this and find any clues that might lead them to Nancy, so fingers crossed for her safe return 
the fact that they're organizing candlelight services and whatnot shows how much everyone cares about Nancy. I hope the sheriff's department finds out who did this tho, but also can we just take a moment to appreciate how amazing Savannah Guthrie is for being so open about her mom's disappearance? she sounds like such an awesome person 
The amount of love and support for the Guthrie family from their community in Tucson is truly amazing 
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. But I have faith in the authorities that they'll do their best to find Nancy Guthrie 
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. The candlelight service at St Philip's Episcopal Church was so beautiful 
... the Pima County Sheriff's Department is doing an amazing job investigating her disappearance 
. We should all be sending our prayers and positive vibes to the Guthrie family right now 
. But at the same time, 520-351-4900, that number better be ringing nonstop or I'll be so stressed out for Nancy! 
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I'm literally shook by this whole situation with Nancy Guthrie! 
#JusticeForNancy
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