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Ida Nelson Obituary
Memphis - Ida Hill Nelson made her heavenly transition on April 23, 2020 at the age of 86. She was born Ida Mae Hill on March 1, 1934 in Moscow, TN to Joel and Fannie K. Hill. She was the widow of Eddie F. Nelson Jr. and is survived by her children: Garry T. Nelson and April N. Nelson and a bonus child: Gina S. Nelson , four grandchildren: Gabriel T. Nelson, Andrea M. Nelson, Jaylon N. Jordan and Joshua E. Nelson. Mrs. Nelson retired from The Regional Medical Center after 42 years of dedicated service as a Registered Nurse. The services will be held at Serenity Funeral Home, 1683 Sycamore View Memphis, TN 38134. Visitation: May 1, 2020 (10 people at a time will enter for viewing.) Homegoing: May 2, 2020 at 2 p.m. for the immediate family. The Homegoing will be available on LIVESTREAM at https://www.serenityfuneralhomememphis.com/
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Sheryl(Sheila)
May 2, 2020
Sincerest Condolences to Garry, April and the entire Nelson family. Not only was she a staple in the Valleywood community but Mrs. Nelson was like a second mom to me and my brothers. She will truly be missed. May all the memories provide comfort during your time of grief
Mary A Franklin
May 2, 2020
in times like these. i am, just praying for her Children " last time i talked with her, She mentioned them, i don't remember a time that her Children wasn' in her conversation when we talked.
Scott
May 1, 2020
Heartfelt condolences, thoughts and prayers for the family that God will keep you all in His care.
Anthony Family
May 1, 2020
Sister Nelson was a dedicated fellow choir member at CSMBC and our neighbor for 15 years. She will be greatly missed.
Arthur robinson
May 1, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Robin Jewell
May 1, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Patrice Family
May 1, 2020
My continued prayers and love for my family at this difficult time . Aunt Ida was a Godly woman with a heart pure as gold . Her presence is truly going to be missed . Aunt Ida we love you . ❤❤❤
Louise Barksdale
April 30, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Shirley Bradford
April 30, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Darcelle
April 30, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Myron Jones
April 30, 2020
With Deepest Sympathy!!!
Vicki Smith
April 29, 2020
I am truly saddened to hear of your loss. I remember Ida as helpful, giving and a devoted church member. She will be missed.
Mary Wynne
April 25, 2020
My condolences to Garry , April, and the entire family in their loss. Rest well Mrs. NELSON IN God's hands.
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