Mr. Nelson passed away Thursday, May 23, 2002 at Willis Knighton South after a lengthy illness. He was a native of Bienville, LA and had resided in Shreveport for the past 62 years. He was a member of the Carpenter's Union Local #764. He served his country during WWII in the U.S. Army and had participated in the Battle of the Bulge.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Lilly Nelson; a sister, Pauline Langford; and a brother, Antrie Nelson.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Mamie B. Nelson; a sister, Irene Bankston both of Shreveport; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Centuries Funeral Home
686-4334
SOURCE: The Shreveport Times, May 26, 2002
Mr. Nelson passed away Thursday, May 23, 2002 at Willis Knighton South after a lengthy illness. He was a native of Bienville, LA and had resided in Shreveport for the past 62 years. He was a member of the Carpenter's Union Local #764. He served his country during WWII in the U.S. Army and had participated in the Battle of the Bulge.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Lilly Nelson; a sister, Pauline Langford; and a brother, Antrie Nelson.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Mamie B. Nelson; a sister, Irene Bankston both of Shreveport; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Centuries Funeral Home
686-4334
SOURCE: The Shreveport Times, May 26, 2002
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