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Claire Nelson Obituary
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CLAIRE EMILY NELSON Claire Emily Nelson, 16, of Duluth, GA, died March 23, 2005. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, March 26th, at Johns Creek United Methodist Church, Duluth. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. Claire was a 10th grade student at Northview High School. She was a Junior Varsity Basketball Cheerleader and a member of the French Club. Claire was happy, outgoing, optimistic, and always tried to help other people. She is survived by her father, David Nelson of Alpharetta, GA; mother, Margery Nelson of Duluth, GA; brother, Grant Nelson of Duluth, GA; sister, Hayley Nelson of Duluth, GA; and maternal grandmother, Margery Clayton of Ocala, FL. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be sent to: AFLAC Cancer Center & Blood Disorders Service for Brain Tumor Foundation, 5455 Meridian Mark Road, Suite 260, Atlanta, GA 30342, (404) 257-3240. Arrangements by Crowell Brothers Peachtree Chapel Funeral Home, Norcross, GA. (770) 448-5757. Online condolences may be sent to: www.caringbridge.org/ga/claire or www.crowellbrothers.com.
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Connie Flaherty
March 25, 2005
My prayers are for you and your family.
Very sorry to hear about your loss.
Brandon Hoffman
March 25, 2005
Claire was in my Drama class in the beginning of this year. When everyone was introducing themselves, She took the time to tell me, she knew who I was I was and had herd alot about me and that she was happy to be in a class with me. I was very impressed by how much she cared about me and everyone else. I had the pleasure of being able to make her laugh at least once that I know of in that class. That memory I now will keep with me forever. She truly was a gift to this world. Now she is with her heavenly father, helping everyone one of us in our daily lives. I will never forget her as long as I live. I remember not long ago I had just finished reading Rachel's Tears, the book about one of the Martyr's of the Columbine tragedy. In that book they talk about how Rachel would reach out to those who were sick, and those who needed to be cheered up for whatever reason. I decided I was going to do start and try to do what Rachel did. Claire was one of the ones who responded to my efforts. I was able to see her in the hallways and smile at her, every time I would always get a larger than life smile back. Her smile would make my day, I can only hope that I at one time did the same for her. I just wish I had a chance to really get to know her, however I thank god for the several conversations and smiles I got from her. She will never be forgotten. *Claire*~May Angels Lead You Home! Forever in my heart- Brandon
janet teal
March 25, 2005
Margy,
I was so sorry to read about Claire. Please know that you are in my thoughts. If you need a place to get away you are always welcome.
Caroline Vowell
March 25, 2005
Marge, may God be with you and give you comfort and help you understand that your precious child was just passing through and has gone to her heavenly home to dwell amoung God's angels.
Blessisngs ---Caroline
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Andrew Harris
March 25, 2005
I am sorry for your loss. You will be kept in my prayers.
Michele Lynberg
March 25, 2005
Please know that your family is my thoughts and prayers.
March 25, 2005
Sorry for your most precious loss. My prayers are with all those whose lives were touched by this special angel and may god help you through this most difficult time.
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