In Loving Memory Of 

              Holly Leigh Roggensack

With profound sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of our free spirit and wildflower, Holly Leigh Roggensack, on July 28th, 2024 at the age of 28.

From here on out I'm going to spell her name the way she liked, Hollie.

Hollie was born in Berlin, Vermont. She was bald and chubby and the cutest baby girl I'd ever seen. She was 3 days late. That was a trend set because like her mother, she was late for everything. When she was 5 years old we moved to Fayetteville, Tennessee where she started kindergarten. She was so excited to live in the south because she wanted to be a "southern belle" which she pronounced with an accent as adorable as she. We lived in Fayetteville until she was 13, when she moved to North Carolina with her Aunt Tanya, Uncle Loren, and their three boys. From there she moved to Vermont to stay with her Dad and Valerie for a short time and then back to Tennessee where she met Daryl. Together they had identical twin boys Josie and Sidney. Josie passed away at 21 weeks in utero. Hollie struggled terribly with his passing. Her grief led her for so long. She finally succombed to it and lost her way. When Sidney was 4 years old Hollie moved back to Vermont to attempt a a fresh start while Sidney stayed with myself and Manrique.

Hollie held several jobs in her young adulthood. She bartended, and waitressed. She assisted me at the optomitrist office where I worked, and most recently was a loving caregiver to her Grandma Roggensack.

Hollie loved to help people and was selfless when someone was in need. She was always so curious. When she was young she was into everything. So much so I nicknamed her Fingers McGee. Though that was not her only nickname. She earned many pet names over the years but mine and her father's favorites were Freenie, Geenze, and Hollie Bean.

Hollie never could be still. She was a whirlwind at times.

So much so that sometimes, even in a crowded room, it would seem she was the only person in the room. Hollie emitted an energy that would draw you in, like a bug to a light. Her infectious smile and playful joking were a constant. Hollie never met a stranger and was never without a friend.

Hollie embarked on her greatest adventure yet, leaving behind seeds of kindness and love planted and imprinted forever on our hearts and marked memories of her loving family, countless friends, and truly anyone whose life she touched or was lucky enough to have felt her love. This would include her boyfriend Jeff, who sadly passed away 7 months after her.

The love and laughter Hollie shared will forever comfort our souls. Freenie was a true free spirit and will be countless friends, and anyone whose life she touched or was fortunate enough to feel her love. Her impact on our family and the people she met and friends made during her life's journey was immeasurable. Hollie was a force.

To say we are heartbroken feels inadequate. This pain hurts so much it has taken months for me to finish writing her obituary. As if the completion makes it real. My sweet baby girl is on her forever journey. Free from this world and it's woes.

We are so grateful for the time we had with her. No matter how shortened. Every moment with her is etched on my heart and embedded in my memories. This is my wish for you.

Please keep our family in your thoughts as we navigate this difficult time. Also, please forgive me for the amount of time it has taken to notify friends and loved one of Hollie's passing. The pain of losing my only daughter blindsided me like a sucker punch to my heart.

Hollie is preceded in death by her baby boy Josie Scott, her grandfather Richard (Jean) Grobove, and grandparents Llamar and Mary Rose Roggensack. Tragically, after this was written, Hollie's dad , David Roggensack, passed away in his home on May 7, 2025.

She leaves behind her adorable son Sidney, her mother, Marcene Grobove, brothers Steven (Samantha), and Brian (Kayla) Roggensack, along with her grandmother Darlene (Robert) Thomas. She is also survived by her aunts and uncles, nieces nephews and cousins, and a special foster mom, Amanda.

We came together for Hollie's birthday in remembrance andt for a time of healing.

I will miss you my sweet girl. Until we meet again.

Te amo con todo mi corazón y mi alma por siempre lo juro.

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