Nancy Ann Brewer of Washington, DC, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2026. Nancy was born April 9, 1933, in Washington, DC, to Thomas and Emily Brewer. Nancy grew up on Fessenden Street, NW, with her parents and older brother Tom Jr. and younger brother Barry. She attended St. Ann School, Immaculata High School, and Junior College, graduating in 1953. Her professional career was devoted to the National Catholic Education Association, where she worked for 46 years, holding several positions, retiring as Convention Director in 1999. During her long career, she made many lifelong friends from all over the country.
Nancy enjoyed spending time with her seven nieces and nephews and was always interested in hearing about their lives. She loved the time spent with them and especially adored the babies and children.
Nancy enjoyed traveling and was always up for the next adventure. She took a tour of Europe in the late 50s with girlfriends, including her future sister-in-law, Carole. Other destinations included Russia, Africa, China, Hong Kong, and Greece. Ireland was her favorite destination. She visited many times with her friend Eileen, staying with friends on the Galway Bay.
She also enjoyed going to the Kennedy Center with friends and family to see the ballet, musicals, and the orchestra. She took yearly visits to Rehoboth Beach, DE, with her mother.
She was a parishioner at St. Ann’s Catholic Church for over 80 years and volunteered in the parish after she retired. Nancy has been a resident of St. Joseph’s Nursing Home since 2019.
She is survived by seven nieces and nephews and many grand nieces and grand nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Joseph’s Nursing Home, 1222 Tugwell Drive, Catonsville, MD.
