Sharon Sherry Nelson

1953 - 2013

Sharon Sherry Nelson obituary, 1953-2013

BORN

1953

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Pendry's Lenoir Funeral Home

522 Wilkesboro Blvd Se

Lenoir, North Carolina

Sharon Nelson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 14, 2013.

After a courageous four year battle with breast cancer, Sharon "Sherry" Simmons Nelson went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 13, 2013.

Sharon was born in Caldwell County to the late Wayne Cranford Simmons and Goldie Church Simmons. She was a Teacher's Assistant at Gamewell Elementary School for 22 years and was a member of New Life Baptist Church. She loved her family and especially enjoyed her grandchildren.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Michael James Nelson of the home; her son, Tyler Wayne Nelson and wife Paula of Lenoir; her daughter, Sasha Nelson Ardison and husband Matthew of Morganton; her brother, Barry Simmons and wife Susan of Lenoir; her sister, Joanie Bumgarner and husband Gaither of Prosperity, SC; her beloved grandchildren, Triston, Gracy, Sawyer, Karlee and Maggie.

A funeral service will be held Thursday, May16, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. in Pendry's Chapel with Reverend Timothy Suter and Reverend Randall Honeycutt officiating. Burial will follow the service at Collier's United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday, May 15, 2013 from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Pendry's Lenoir Funeral Home.

Serving as pallbearers will be Alex Simmons, Lance Bumgarner, Randall Honeycutt, Locke "Skip" Smith, Camuel "Butch" Houk and Michael Pennell. Honorary pallbearers will be Timothy Story, Michael Williams and John Weaver.

The family requests that memorials be made to Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care, 902 Kirkwood Street, Lenoir, NC 28645.

Online condolences to the family may be placed at www.pendrysfuneralhome.com

Pendry's Lenoir Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Sharon Simmons Nelson.

And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. Rev. 21:4

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January 15, 2014

Lana German

We are so sorry for you loss. Our boys grew up with Tyler and played ball together for years. This family was always a blessing to us. We will remember you in prayer, for strength and peace in the days ahead. God Bless. Randy and Lana German

May 21, 2013

Fr. Michael V. Church

Almighty God, we remember this day before Thee they faithful handmaiden, Sherry, and we pray Thee that having opened to her the gates of larger life, Thou wilt receive her more and more into Thy joyful service; that she may win, with Thee and Thy saints every where, the eternal victory, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

May 20, 2013

Dear family...I am so sorry to hear of the recent death of Sherry. I am her
cousin from Statesville NC and I spent many great years playing with Sherry and Joanie when visiting with Mama Church. I am so very sorry that I did not
hear of her passing until today. Our thoughts and prayers go out to each and every one of you. Much Love
Debra Davidson Goode

May 16, 2013

I am very sorry to hear this about her. She will be missed very much, Much y name is Crystal Hamby my grandson was in her room about 5 years ago and he loved her and I also took care of her father when he was at Carolina rehab, God bless all of you,

May 16, 2013

Sherry was one of the kindest people & always always smiling. I grew up walking over from my house to the Simmons house to hang out with Joanie & her little sister Sherry. I am so sorry to learn of her struggle with cancer but am assured she is safe in Heaven now

Debby Smith Goudelock

May 16, 2013

Lib Barnette

I am so sorry Sherry had to go home so soon.
She was a pleasure to see in the Dr.s
office always seemed happy.
God bless till we see her again.
Sincere Sympathy,
Lib

May 16, 2013

Michelle (Parrish) Burchette

In Loving Memory of a Mother to ALL,
big and small.

Every time I make grilled cheese with mayo, I will smile and think of you!!

God Bless.

May 16, 2013

Joanie, I am sorry to hear about Sherry's passing. She was a wonderful person and a great sister and I know you will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Thinking of you. Pat Story Robbins

May 15, 2013

Alison, Charlie and CJ Johnson

Tyler I was so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. You are all in my prayers.

May 15, 2013

Dear Mike and Family,
I was heart broken to hear of your loss. Sherry was a great person. Her smile was so contagious. I had the privilege of working with her at Gamewell Elementary. Please know that your family will continue to be in my prayers. Love to you all.

Teresa Larson

May 15, 2013

Tania Peare

I am so sorry to hear about Sherry. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

May 15, 2013

MARTHA TURNER

Michael and family, please know that my heart goes out to you all. Though I haven't seen you in a while I knew of Sherry's illness and I know the loss of a spouse. You are in my prayers and thoughts during this time and will continue to be in the days ahead. Sending love to you all!

May 15, 2013

Mike & Becky Johnson

Dear Mike & Family, We are so sorry to hear of Sherry's passing. She is in the Lord's hands now. We never had the pleasure to meet Sherry, but got to know Mike and care for him very much! Mike, we are here for you when you need us. You are welcome anytime to come see us. With our Sincerest sympathies, Take Care, Becky & Mike Johnson

May 15, 2013

Becky (Story) Linn

I was so sorry to hear of Sherry's death. She was a very sweet person that will be greatly missed. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

May 15, 2013

Michael Pennell

Dear Nelson Family, I would like to send my deepest sympathies and sincere condolences out to the entire Nelson Family during this difficult time. I remember Mrs. Nelson from Gamewell Elementary School and she was always smiling and enjoying her job teaching children at the school. I went to school with Sasha and graduated with her from WCHS in 1997. I wish strength for the entire family and I would like to send out my prayers to the entire family and friends of the family. May God Bless The Nelson Family.

May 15, 2013

Jenny Pennell

Mike, Sasha and Tyler, I am very sorry for the loss of Momma Sherry. I am very thankful that I got to know Sherry; she was so beautiful inside and out. There was never a dull moment with Momma Sherry. I will never forget when mom & sherry took me and Sasha to eat and sherry laughed so hard she peed her pants. We all had some great times together. Please know that our family will continue praying for your family. So lets try to remember all those good times we had with her. We love you very much. ~Love Jenny, Kay, and Sonny Pennell.

May 15, 2013

Dear Mike and family, although our hearts are so heavy now with Sherri's transition to her Heavenly home - I have to smile knowing what & who she must be seeing now, as she awaits your family's reunion one day in Heaven. She had a smile that could light up your day and I know Heaven has to be much brighter because she is finally at home! Love & Hugs to all. Wanda Saunders

May 15, 2013

Sherrie Moore

I am so very sorry for your loss. Sherry was a dear, sweet person and will be deeply missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

May 15, 2013

Marcella Sullivan

I am so sorry about Sherry's long struggle, but I know she is glad to be in Heaven now. Sherry ALWAYS had a smile on her face that brightened your day. She will be missed here, but we can look forward to seeing her again one day. Mike, Sasha, Tyler and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

May 14, 2013

To the Nelson Family: I have known Sherry for many years as a coworker, friend, and someone that I thought a great deal of.
Heaven's gain. Donna Heavner

May 14, 2013

Graham and Ann Gilley

Dear friends. Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Graham and Ann Gilley

May 14, 2013

Joy Taylor

Thoughts and prayers for all.

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