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Nellie Letson Obituary

Nellie Maree Letson
STANLEY -- Mrs. Letson, born November 11, 1936, passed away peacefully at her son's home on February 3, 2011 at the age of 74. Nellie was a repair tech at Black & Decker when she retired and became a snowbird. She was a spunky, fun-loving woman who cherished her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband, Robert Letson, to whom she was married 15 years; brother, Bobby John Merrington; children, Buddy Maree and wife Becky, Rita Burleson, Danny Maree and wife Terry, Amanda Helms and husband Randy; stepchildren, Doug Letson and wife Becky, Priscilla Searles and husband Wayne, Bobbie Letson and wife Sandra, Christina Wicker and husband Phillip; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren who were the joy and love of her life.
The family will receive friends and family from 4:00-5:00pm Tuesday, February 8, 2011 with a memorial service following at Crossroads Community Church, 1807 Lawing Rd., Charlotte, NC 28216.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Charlotte Observer on Feb. 6, 2011.

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