Laura Lee (Hollenbaugh) Nelson

Laura Lee (Hollenbaugh) Nelson, age 58, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2019, peacefully at home surrounded by her family.

She was born October 10, 1961 in Punxsutawney, to the late Albert and Mary (Haire) Hollenbaugh.

She was a loving, compassionate and giving person who always had a helping hand and a listening ear for anyone in need. Laura had a smile that would brighten your spirits and a goodness that would uplift your soul. She was a loving wife and mother and an adoring grandmother who loved nothing more than spending time with family and friends.

Laura is survived by her husband of 38 years, Vince Nelson of Punxsutawney, two daughters; Katie (Nelson) Luchsinger and Chloe (Nelson) Gonzalez. Five grandchildren, a brother in law; Harvey Nelson of Punxsutawney and sisters in law; Vicki Yenzi of Punxsutawney and Pamela Hollenbaugh of North East, MD., along with numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother; Kenneth L. Hollenbaugh.

Friends will be received from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 2:00 PM Saturday, January 4, 2020, at the McCabe Funeral Home in Punxsutawney with Pastor Devin Wintermyer  officiating.

Private interment will take place at Circle Hill Cemetery, Punxsutawney.

The family of Mrs. Nelson would like to thank Laura’s caregivers at VNA Hospice Care and a special thank you to Angie.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Laura’s name to VNA Hospice Care.