Charles L. Nelson, 70, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away on June 15, 2018 following a brief terminal illness. He was born on March 29, 1948 and grew up in Hot Springs, Arkansas. After graduating from Henderson College in Arkadelphia, Arkansas with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Charles practiced retail management for 50-years. After retiring he enjoyed managing real-estate properties.
Charles is preceded in death by his parents, Lynn and Clara Nelson; and his son, Kevin Nelson. He is survived by his loving wife Sandy of 48-years, his son Steve, his younger brother Tim Nelson of Marion, Arkansas, and his two younger sisters; Debbie Redditt of McAlester, Oklahoma, and Karen Garrett of Hot Springs, Arkansas; in addition to numerous nieces and nephews.
A jokester and an avid sports fan, Charles loved watching and discussing the Razorback’s football and all manner of sports. He loved fine-dining, grocery shopping and barbequing ribs. He will be remembered for the diligent and energetic care he always took of his family.
The entire Nelson family would like to express sincere appreciation to the two wonderful and very dependable ladies that took excellent care of Charles during his confinement in the hospital and hospice; Ms. Beverly Flowers, CNA, and Ms. Tiffany Walker, CNA. Thank you so very much!
A visitation will be held Thursday, June 21, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Pinecrest Funeral Home, 7401 Hwy 5 North, Alexander, AR. Services will begin Friday, June 22, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at Pinecrest Funeral Home followed by burial at Pinecrest Memorial Park. To sign the online guestbook go to www.pinecrestmemorialpark.com
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