Lorenzo Cortez Nelson

Hey handsome lil brother....Stilllllllll missing you like crazy. So much has changed, like you would not even imagine. As I type this, my heart still hurts, so bad! But at least I do not go to the cemetery every day, any more. I will never understand why you had to leave us so soon. What I do know is that you were always ready bc after each sermon you expressed just that and asked, "Are you ready?" just before alter call. I literallly hated those closing words then, now I appreciate and understand why you had to say themmmm., and they are forever etched in my soul. There are no brothers on this earth like y'all. Tearsssssssss, love.

Here I am 2 years later and I still can't get passed this. Every time I say your name or discuss you, the tears start rolling. We are still trying to hold it down at First Central but it's a rough road without you. When God made you, He broke the mold. Continue to Rest in Paradise as I continue to get my life in order so that we can meet again. I Love you. Still your favorite Sister, Pam

Hot tears tonight, but i am a lot better bc some days i can surpress my tears. I did not see you every day; but everyday i miss you, immensely! Xoxox

Just thinking about the time we did have together. Precious memories! God is Good!! Amen! RIH

Miss you greatly Lorenzo, be encouraged Serina

Still got it bad bro....I cry myself to sleep a lot of nights. Not a day goes by that I don't feel the hurt...our talks were everything, especially on Sunday's after church. I guess I hurt so hard bc like you said, I thought i was your momma instead of older sister. That is why it is so hard. The older sister syndrome makes you feel like you have to protect your siblings. Sorry that fell short! God trumped me. Why...IDK!!!

It has been a very short while since you went to be with the Lord. It hurts worse as the days go by. I miss you soooooo much, EVERYDAY. HOT TEARS still trickle every time i think of you. In sleeping a little better. They say you're with me in spirit. I hope so.

I am praying for comfort for you all. I love you all and Mr Nelson has always been a father figure to me.

My heart was saddened to hear of the passing of my dear brother, Pastor Lorenzo Nelson. God never makes mistakes, even though we're not ready, HE is...In order for God's ultimate plan to be fulfilled, HE had to call HIS beloved servant home. Lorenzo preached his last sermon about having your life in order. My prayers are with the rest of my family , I pray that you find the Peace that passes ALL understanding. God Bless you and may the Holy Spirit continue to comfort you always.

I am so sorry for your o lost my heart and prayers for the Nelson family.

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH AT THIS TIME .GOD IS WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Corinthians 1:1-3

I remember he played at corerta caffey funeral and the whole entire church came to our house

Had been a long time but I remember your kindness!! Love you cuz! See you when God calls me home!! Peace be with you always!

Missing you much Lorenzo. You were there when I needed you and never questioned me about my situations. Always had a word of peace. I love you cuz! See you when God calls me home!

I will miss seeing him at Daystar, where he was a blessing to the lives of so many with his prayers and encouragement. It was always a comfort to me as a nurse to know he was there ministering to not only the needs of our residents but to the employees as well. He was respected by all of us. My prayers for peace and comfort to the family. There is no doubt in my mind that Brother Lorenzo is with our Heavenly Father at rest, rejoicing because he has received the ultimate healing. To God be the glory for his home going and for the way he touched our life while he was with us here on earth.

My friend Lorenzo, I would never imagine this early you would be gone to be with the Lord. A man with many talents, a musician, a carpenter, a teacher, a preacher. I am just thinking all the times of playing with you at Greater Love and for the Community Choir in Paducah, you influence me greatly to learn music at an expert level. You even gave me an opportunity to minister at your congregation in Cairo. I want you to know you will be well miss, thanks for everything you done for me when I was young and playing for the local churches in the Paducah community. We will meet again, Pastor Chris Pipkin Destiny & Deliverance Ministry Inc.

Man I am still at disbelief that you are gone Pastor Nelson. The last time I saw you was for your Pastor Anniversary in 2010. You would always call me short knowing that I was WAY taller than you. :) The memories that i have of you will always be cherished until the end. Every time I hear certain gospel songs that we use to sing when I was apart of The Children Of Destiny, I can see you jamming on that organ.
Just know you were loved by many and inspired so many souls. I love you Pastor Nelson. Rest Easy.

My most heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the family and how strange I did not know that seeing and greeting him at the church on Good Friday would be our lasting meeting. Lorenzo was a very good musician playing the saxophone many years ago in our Cairo Elementary Band. He participated in the competitions hailed across the counties and did very well always aiming for first place and received it too! Rest in peace and we all love and will see you in that special place.

Our prayers are with your family,friends,and your church family during this time of bereavement from your brother in the ministry Rev Thomas Williams Houston Texas

God hold this young man in your right hand as a faithful and true servant. Hedge in his family with your strength and protection so that Peace dwells in their hearts forever. Shield them with you Love so that love flows in their hearts forever. Amen.

My memory of my brother in Christ is the fellowship we had a Holy City COGIC I used to admire how he could not only play the keyboard, organ and saxophone. The many rehearsals we had were uplifting and encouraging. He will definitely be miss. My prayers are for my classmate Serina and the entire family! Love you all much!

"I am going to miss all of our fun and laughs, our talks, our trips, and any outings we shared." Rest In Paradise my intelligent brother, friend, and Pastor. You were a great role model for the community of Cairo, Illinois. You have set the standard because you were a God-sent man with a vision. Prayerfully we will continue the vision. I love you.

Pam Carlton
Your Favorite Sister