Sharon L. Nelson

Sharon will be remembered as an amazing Mom, Grandma, Wife, and friend. She had a love for the outdoors, especially mowing her lawn and doing yard work. Sharon also adored Disney, with Mickey Mouse being a particular favorite. She cherished spending time with her family, going Drag Racing with them, and cruising in their Corvette with her husband Al during the summer.

Sharon is survived by her loving husband, Allan Nelson; daughter, Katrena (Matt Angell) Nelson; son, Brent (Susan) Nelson; granddaughters, Madalyn Gentzel, Katie Nelson, Kelly Nelson; sisters, Barbara Head and Connie Hickey; numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Blanch Helmer; brother, Wayne Helmer; and granddaughter, Matilda Gentzel.

A private Gravesite burial will be held with close friends and family at Sunset Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens in Machesney Park, Illinois, where the funeral services will be conducted. Sharon will be dearly missed by all who knew her.