Wanda Jean Hollingsworth Ivy
Wanda Jean Hollingsworth Ivy was born on December 13, 1925 and passed away December 30, 2020 in League City, TX.
She was born in Thornton, Arkansas, the youngest of 4 children, to Edwin and Claude Irene Hollingsworth. Wanda grew up in nearby Hampton, Arkansas and attended Hampton Public Schools. She met the love of her life, Mack C. Ivy and they married on May 16, 1942 and had 4 children. At that time farming was a hard life and when Mack had the chance to work for Union Carbide, they moved to Texas City in 1949 where they lived until 1978. They built their home in Santa Fe, TX and lived their life growing a large garden, canning, and cooking fresh vegetables for many to enjoy.
While making their home in Santa Fe, TX, Wanda and Mack were members of Aldersgate United Methodist Church. She spent many hours helping prepare food for different functions at the Church; she loved helping with the annual Bazaar and being involved with the United Methodist Women’s group. Using her nursing skills, she even volunteered her help at the Methodist Church camp in Palestine, TX. Wanda was grateful for the visits and calls from Church members the past few years especially Kathy Daumer.
Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 70 years, her only son Larry, and her 3 siblings; Ida Andres, Robert Hollingsworth, and James Hollingsworth.
Wanda’s passion was cooking for our Dad, her children and their spouses, but especially her grandchildren. Her family was her heart and soul.
Wanda Ivy is survived by her 3 daughters, Linda Fulton (Billy) of Santa Fe with whom she has lived for the past 5 years, Sandra Dickey (Terry) of Sugar Land who made a point to visit her at least twice a month with food and gifts, and Jane Fox (Richard) of Santa Fe who were always ready to help at a minutes notice.
She is also survived by the most precious gifts of all to her. She would light up a room with the biggest smile when one of her 9 grandchildren would walk in the room. Ross Battistoni (Karen), Ryan Battistoni (Kristan), Jennifer Voyles (Koda) all from Santa Fe and were fortunate enough to live close and reap the joy she had for all. Doug Ivy (Randi) from Oklahoma, Lara Glynn (Robin) from The Woodlands, Kyle Dickey (Suzanne) and Mark Dickey from Sugar Land, Dylan Fox and Brad Fox (Wendy) from Nacogdoches all of whom she would keep in touch by text, FB, or phone and dearly loved all of their responses. She is also survived by 18 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a sister-in-law Rose Hollingsworth of Hot Springs, AR.
On December 13, 2020 for her 95th birthday, Wanda’s entire immediate family graced her with a party to remember!
Wanda had a long and happy life, but in her own words said, “Pa needs me, I’m ready for the Lord to take me.” We will miss this very kind, selfless lady forever.
As per Mrs. Ivy’s wish, there will be a small family graveside service at Forest Park East, Webster, TX on Saturday, January 2, 2021. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Aldersgate Methodist Church, Santa Fe, TX.
Thinking about all of you! I know you will miss her! Thoughts, prayers and love!
My wife and I will miss this wonderful lady .My wife considered Wanda her best friend from the time we moved to Texas (1993). I know the Lord will be with her and bless her in Heaven along with “Pa”.
What a great woman. Fly high sweet angel!
We’re sorry for your loss! She was a lovely lady—- God bless all of you, you are in our thoughts and prayers! Much love, Mark n CeCe 🙏💙
Sorry to hear about your precious mom! You & your family are in our thoughts & prayers!
Aunt Wanda was a sweet person. I loved her stories and delicious food. She always had plenty of both when you visited her. Aunt Wanda was the ultimate wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Family, Faith, and Friends were important to her. I know she’s so happy with Uncle Mack and Larry. Heaven gained an extra-special angel! My prayers are for strength for her girls- Linda, Sandra, and Jane. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I have many memories and Aunt Wanda’s last Christmas card to cherish. She always let us know what was happening with her family. I always looked forward to a handwritten note from her. 💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜
Aunt Wanda wrote me a letter every year at Christmas to keep me up-to-date on the Ivy family. I will always be thankful for that. My prayers are with you during this sad time. I hope you find it comforting to know she is reunited with Uncle Mack and Larry.
With my deepest sympathy,
Susan
I can’t even begin to know the loss that your family is experiencing today. Wanda was a beautiful lady and I have many, many memories of her and the times I would spend at your home. I loved the way she ALWAYS had a pan of cornbread on the stove. I have recipes she mailed to me when I got my first apartment. I cherish those!! I feel blessed to have known her for the last 60ish years. Much love to all the family as you grieve this tremendous loss. Just know that the Ivy family was greatly blessed with Mac and Wanda…..Beautiful people and loving parents. They are together, again.
She was one special aunt. My last aunt. She is where she wanted to be. I am sorry for your huge loss. I love you all. Wish I could be there. Hopefully Covid will soon be gone and we can all get together. My thoughts, prayers and love go with you today and always.
Love Y’all,
Claudia
I always loved visiting Wanda and Linda when we went on vacation to Galveston. I wish we weren’t so far away so I could’ve seen her more. She was always so welcoming and even let us stay the night so we didn’t have to pay for a hotel. Will love and miss her so much. My thoughts are with those who are close to her. I know how hard it is to lose a parent and a grandma.