Nancy Caroline Hollingsworth

In Loving Memory of Nancy Caroline Hollingsworth
July 14, 1938 – August 14, 2025

Nancy Caroline Hollingsworth (Baerresen), 87, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 14, 2025. Born on July 14, 1938, in Denver, Colorado, to Harvey and Dorothy (Bissell) Baerresen, Nancy lived a life full of grace, faith, and unwavering love. We rejoice knowing she is now reunited with her beloved husband of 61 years, Gene.

Raised on a farm in Littleton, Colorado, Nancy’s childhood was filled with hard work, strong values, and simple joys. Through 4-H, she cultivated her love for learning, & crafting award winning recipes and showing sheep—skills that would shape her legacy of nurturing and hospitality. Summer road trips with her parents and siblings became cherished memories that she later passed on through stories shared with her children and grandchildren, always told with laughter, love, and a joyful light in her eyes.

Nancy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and above all, a faithful servant of Christ. A gifted pianist and organist, her music was an expression of her deep faith—whether playing each Sunday at Mount Tabor Baptist Church or performing joyfully alongside Gene as they traveled together in service and song.

Selfless and kind, Nancy lived out her faith in every aspect of her life. She poured her heart into her family—her four children, Sheri, Keith, Vicki, and Ward, her grandchildren, and great-grandchildren—creating a home that radiated love and faith. Her presence made every occasion special.

Nancy was a steady and compassionate presence in her community, always ready to lend a hand or offer encouragement. Her quiet strength and radiant joy reflected her deep relationship with Christ, and she was devoted to raising her family to know His love. Though her absence leaves a deep ache in our hearts, we celebrate the fullness of a life well-lived. Nancy’s legacy of faith, music, and love will continue to live on in all who had the blessing of knowing her. Her light has not dimmed—it shines ever brighter from heaven, where we know she has been welcomed with open arms and is dancing with her husband once again.

Nancy is survived by her 4 children, Sheri, Keith, Vicki, & Ward.
13 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, & 5 great-great grandchildren, her sister Virginia Bruer (Baerresen) of Colorado Springs, along with several nieces & nephews.

Nancy will be dearly missed, fondly remembered, and eternally loved. A memorial service will be held October 3rd, 2025, at 10:00am @
Mt. Tabor Baptist Church
278 South Sherman Street
Byers, CO 80103