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Ruth Nelson Obituary
Plainfield
Deacon Ruth Nelson transitioned this life on February 16, 2017, at her home in Plainfield, NJ. Born in Camden, South Carolina she has been a resident of Plainfield for over 50 yrs. She was a member of the Rose of Sharon Community Church in Plainfield where she served as a Deacon, choir member and missionary. Mrs. Nelson was employed as a Hemodialysis Technician with Muhlenberg R.M.C. for 36 yrs. She was known for her love of singing, cooking and working in her yard. Predeceased by her husband Johnnie and 3 sisters; she is survived by her sons Johnnie R. Nelson Jr., Vance (Bernatha) Nelson & Eric (Najiyyah) Nelson Muhammad, daughters Tracy Alston (Joseph Jr.), Renee Lovett (Carlton II), 17 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, brother Arthur Henderson (Linda), sister Willie Mae Brown and a host of loving relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10:00AM at the Rose of Sharon Community Church in Plainfield, Visitation will be held on Friday 6-8PM at the church and from 9-10AM Saturday. Arrangements by Judkins.www.judkinscolonialhome.com
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6 Entries
October 20, 2017
Gone but not forgotten
Dr Lattimore
October 20, 2017
Our condolences to the family of the late Deacon Ruth Nelson. .You're gone but not forgotten. May the lives you have touch continue to live out your legacy
Denise Johnson
February 26, 2017
To Johnnie and family,
May your memories bring you peace at this time.....
Denise & Wendy Johnson
February 23, 2017
To The Family Of Ruth Henderson-Nelson
You have our Deepest and Heartfelt Sympathy. Ruth was my babysitter when we lived in Scotch Plains. A kind and sweet lady. She will truly be missed, especially that beautiful smile. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you.
Sincerely with all our love,
El Rico & Estelle Seymour
February 23, 2017
To the family:
My family and I will miss Ruth, I loved her dearly as we participated in so many church programs together. Family Keep looking up as Ruth would sing
"When I See Jesus Amen"
Martha Jean
Andrea Kee, Cliff Patterson
February 23, 2017
Our prayers and condolences to the family. Mrs. Nelson will be truly missed. She loved and was loved by many. No more pain or illness. She gets to rest with the Master. Thanks for the memories.
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