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She is survived by her sister, Sue Norton; brother, Sam Nelson; nephews, Steve Nelson, Todd Nelson, Brian Norton; and niece, Kim Cooper, along with several great-nieces and nephews.
She grew up in the Hampton Roads area, graduating from Bethel High and Radford University. She led a fun filled life, helping and doing for others as often as she could. She was always very enthusiastic and loved spending time with her great-nieces and nephews. She will be sadly missed by all that knew her.
Amy, you shared these words with me and now I share them with you . . .
"This is to remind you how unique our relationship is and to tell you that you could never, ever be replaced in my life. It is to let you know how much I appreciate you. It's a thank you for every time you have shared a worry or tear, every time you have listened and been the only one who understood, and every time you were there when I had nowhere else to turn. It's to assure you that our relationship is one of the most important in my life, and that you are not only my sister, but a dear and treasured friend. It's to tell you that I love you."
I will truly always miss and love you . . . love, your sister.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008, in Parklawn Memorial Park.
Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Amy Nelson
Angie Hobson
August 9, 2008
Amy was a sensitive, caring and giving person who has left this world too soon. My heart is sad at the loss of a person with such a big heart and a love of life. Amy was creative, artistic, energetic and fun loving.
I first met Amy at Sir Speedy Printing in Hampton where she was an account executive. She had the personality for sales and the customers liked her a lot.
We became friends and had a lot of great times over the years including the best graduation party anyone has ever thrown for me. That is a happy memory for many people who were there. Amy was a big supporter of my finally getting my college degree and for that I will always be grateful.
Amy touched a lot of lives in a positive way and will be missed by many – most of all her loving sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family as you face this sorrowful time.
Tracy Ferguson
August 7, 2008
Amy taught me how to ride a bike, tie my shoe, and introduced me to New York City. I will ALWAYS remember the good times and the laughs. I will keep her in my heart. Love to her family and may they find comfort in knowing she will be remembered by her friends.
Cary Loeser
August 6, 2008
Dear Sue and Kim,
I was just heard from my Mom tonight about Amy passing away. I am so very sorry to hear about this. I hope that she knows how many lives she touched and helped. Certainly many of us who knew her owe her a lot, helping us through some difficult times during our formative years. Whether it was dispensing career advice or how to handle life when things just did not go our way, she always knew the right things to say, to both make us feel better and to allow us to LEARN something from each experience. Like Vick, I cannot see a Miata or a can of Miller Lite without thinking of her and her love of life itself. My sincere sympathies and apologies for not being able to make it this week!
Cary Loeser
James Manning
August 6, 2008
Dear Sammy and SueAnn
Im so sorry to hear about Amy.My thoughts are
with both of you . As i sit here my first thought
is of you two playing Frisbee or fast ball pitch
while little Amy is playing dolls on the back steps
Thank God for memories , and i know you've got
alot of them.
God bless you and your in my thoughts.
Vickie Lackey
August 6, 2008
My heart is heavy with sadness over the loss of Amy. I'll never forget meeting her at Kim's 16th birthday party. I thought Kim had the coolest Aunt in the whole world. Little did I know she would be like an aunt to me over the next 20 years. She was closer to me than any of my blood related aunts. We shared laughs, we went on trips together and through my teen and college years she kept me out of trouble. She mentored me through difficult times. Even though the miles seperated us, she still kept in touch with me. She always cared about what I was doing and what was going on in my life. For that I am so grateful.
Amy meant alot to me. I will never see a tub of Food Lion Dip (FLD) and not think of her. I'll miss her phone calls. I'll miss sharing a Miller Lite together. I'll miss hearing her talk about how much she loved Nags Head. I'll miss her friendship, love and support.
To Sue, Kim, Ed, Alyssa, Bailey, Cayden, Brian, Jennifer and the rest of your family, you have my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Topping John & Joy
August 6, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Sue Manning / Hower
August 6, 2008
Sammy and Sue,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please except my deepest sympathies. MY thoughts and prayers go out to each of your families.
May God ease your sorrows at this time . Remember the good times and memories.
David & Janice Topping
August 6, 2008
Our hearts goes out to you and your family at this time and for the days that lay ahead.
Sending you God's Blessings and Love from us.
Annette (Dunn) Firth
August 6, 2008
To Amy's family, I would like to extend my deepest sympathy for your loss. I went to school at Bethel with Amy and we had a Journalism class together with Ms. Buswell. Amy was such a delightful person to be around. I am so sorry for your loss.
Cheryle Gumaer
August 6, 2008
Sam and Sue, my wish for you today and through the days to come is that God will help you each find your own peace. I will always remember the fun, caring, and sharing spirit of Amy. Directing Easter egg hunts, camping, playing school are activities that bring images to my mind and a smile to my heart. Amy, rest in peace.
With Love and Sympathy, Cheryle
Shannon Inge Buccellato
August 6, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brenda Kincaid
August 6, 2008
To the family, We are deeply saddened by Amy's passing. She was a joyful person and we all had a great time working at Westgate together. God Bless and comfort you. Brian and Brenda Kincaid
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