Al was predeceased by his parents, James and Verlon Nelson. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Mary Nelson; son, Jay Nelson (Terry) of Memphis, TN; daughter, Michele Blackmon, Hoover; grandchildren, Kaitlyn Nelson and Luke Blackmon; sister, Judy Mardre (Bob), Opelika, AL; brother-in-law, Larry Gore, Jemison, AL; and nieces and nephews.
Al attended Auburn University and The University of Alabama School of Dentistry. He was a member of Alpha Epsilon Delta, a pre-medical honorary fraternity. He was a member of Birmingham District Dental Society, Alabama Dental Association, and the American Dental Association.
Al practiced dentistry in Birmingham, AL for 44 years. He was a member of Vestavia Hills Baptist Church for many years and Vestavia Country Club.
A private graveside service will be on Monday, July 18, 2016. Visitation will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, July 18, 2016 at Vestavia Hills Baptist Church, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Music Ministry at Vestavia Hills Baptist Church, 2600 Vestavia Drive, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216.
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