Elizabeth City community remembers Nancy Jane Hollingsworth Nance

Nancy Jane Hollingsworth Nance died peacefully on November 9, 2026, surrounded by family, according to the Island Free Press.

She was known in Elizabeth City for her dedication to community service, including her time in the United States Air Force in the late 1950s and her work as a Sunday School teacher and teacher's assistant at Fellowship Christian Academy.

Nance also operated a home daycare, providing a Christ-centered environment for neighborhood children, reflecting her lifelong commitment to nurturing and faith.

Her family remembers her for her kindness, faith, and the many letters filled with prayers and hope that she sent to friends and strangers alike.

She is survived by her daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and brother, all of whom continue to honor her legacy in the Elizabeth City area.