John Henry Nelson

He was a lifetime farmer; he was a small engine repairman for many years and loved every minute of it, also, he retired from Washington County School System where he was a bus driver.

Mr. Nelson was a member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church.

He was a loving husband, father and Papaw. Mr. Nelson was a man who will be missed by many and was loved more than the stars in the sky.

Survivors include his wife: Dovie C. Nelson; granddaughter: Heather Finkle, of the home; children and spouses: Rita and Robert Frazier, Mike and Carolyn Nelson, Tony and Jackie Nelson, Betty and Billy Story, Betsy Baines; fifteen grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and many friends.

He was the son of the late Newt and Nola Nelson and was preceded in death by a grandson, a stepson, and four brothers.

The family will receive friends 1-3 pm Wednesday at Pleasant Grove UM Church prior the funeral service.

Following visitation, the funeral service will be held at 3 pm at Pleasant Grove with Rev. Greg Davis officiating.

Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Ralph Hensley, Billy Story, Max Finkle, Arlen Johnson, Ronnie Brown, and Robert Frazier.

Honorary pallbearers are Joey Keys, David Cole, Roger Cole, Ray Keys, and Ralph Martin.