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Nellie Bell Ashford

Nellie Ashford Obituary

Nellie Bell Ashford RIDGEWAY - Mrs. Nellie Bell Ashford (NellieBell) died on Tuesday, September 3, 2013 at the age of 81. She was born in Ridgeway, SC on February 9, 1932 to the late Alexander and Clara Able Henderson. She is survived by five daughters, Clara (James) Worthy, Virginia Moore, Beverly (Charlie) Harp, Pearlie Ashford, and Doris (West) Mozie; a devoted friend, Wesley Kennedy; and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie B. Ashford and one son, Willie James Ashford. Funeral services for Mrs. Ashford will be held Monday, September 9, 2013, 1:00 p.m. at St. Mark Baptist Church, 4118 State Hwy 34 E, Ridgeway, SC. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Ashford will be available for public viewing 2:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 8, 2013 at Nelson's Funeral Home. Nelson's Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. www.nelsonsofridgeway.com

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Published by The State on Sep. 8, 2013.

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God is in control, Faith keeps you strong!

Linda Lyles

September 11, 2013

To be absent from this body is to be present with The Lord! Be happy for her!

Lola Robertson

September 9, 2013

Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. God Bless.

Moses Gibson

September 9, 2013

Doris I am sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. You have my sympathy. If there is anything that I can do please let me know.

Miriam Trezevant

September 8, 2013

God be with you all. She was a beaitiful lady with a lot of love.

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