Nancy Lee Berens, 82, of Embarrass, MN passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at St. Mary's Hospital in Duluth, MN.

Nancy was born to John and Elsie Johnson on April 16, 1937 in Hibbing, MN. Nancy attended school in Hibbing. She soon met the love of her life, Kenneth Berens, and they were united in marriage on September 25, 1954 in Hibbing Minnesota. They were blessed with three children.

Nancy was a natural born caregiver, raising her children and then working as a CNA for Arrowhead Nursing Home (St. Michael's) in Virginia, MN. She lovingly cared for the residents for 19 years until her retirement in 1992. She retired the same year as Kenneth so that they could enjoy their retirement together. The couple loved to go camping and fishing together, venturing as far as Oregon and Kansas on a few of their trips.

Nancy's life was centered around her family; they were her pride and joy. She enjoyed cooking, crafting, sewing and quilting for them. She spent many hours crocheting afghans for her grandchildren's graduation gifts.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; John and Elsie; sister Violet Campell; and brother Ray Johnson.

Nancy is survived by her husband Kenneth Berens; her sons: Michael (Rosemary) Berens and Richard "Rick" (Janet) Berens; daughter Beverly Berens; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and a sister Delores Sampson.

A family gathering to celebrate Nancy's life will be held at a later date. To leave an online condolence visit www.mlakerfuneralhome.com