Franklin Nelson

Franklin Nelson, 83, of Goose Creek, husband of Joyce Coffee Nelson entered into eternal rest Friday February 2, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family. The relatives and friends of Franklin Nelson are invited to attend his funeral services on Tuesday February 6 at 12 noon at Lowcountry Freewill Baptist Church, 2720 Shadow Lane, Charleston, SC 29406. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Monday evening from 5 to 7 pm at CAROLINA MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME.

Franklin was born in Spartanburg, SC, a son of the late Orven Rutherford and Bonnie Bailey Rutherford. He served in the U.S. Navy with over 20 years service and more then 20 years at Scott, Hubert, Essex of Goose Creek. He enjoyed being with his family, especially his grands and great grandchildren. His favorite pastime was spending time on his farm.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Joyce Nelson, daughters: Fran Berger (Marty) of Hendersonville, NC, Joyce Goff (Keith), Bonnie Dangerfield, Frankie Singletary (Tommy), Ruby Brown (Larry Jr.) and Debra Nelson Gagne, 20 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honor to: The American Cancer Society or The Charleston Cancer Center.

Arrangements provided by CAROLINA MEMORIAL PARK, FUNERALS and CREMATIONS, 7113 Rivers Ave., N. Charleston, SC 29406 (843)797-2222. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.carolinamemorial.com.