Jerrold "Leroy" Nelson Sr. age 54, a resident of Maryville, passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at home. He was born on June 17, 1954 in Kokomo, Indiana to Joseph L. "JL" and Evelyn "Maxine" (DeWitt) Nelson. He was a member of the United Pentecostal Church in Maryville. He married Linda Carol Meyers on February 14, 1998. Preceded in death by his loving parents. Survivors include: Daughter, Charity B. Nelson; Three Sons, Jerrold L. Nelson Jr., Cory L. Nelson all of Maryville, Joseph L. Nelson & wife Tracy of Kokomo, Indiana; 6 Grandchildren, Katerina Youngman, Nathan Youngman, Alex Graves, Braxton Graves, Caden Nelson and Taylor Nelson; Brother, Joseph L. Nelson III; Sister, Johannah Bunch & husband Carl "Butch" all of Kokomo, Indiana. Funeral service will be at 12:00 noon, Saturday, August 2, 2008 at Smith East Chapel with Rev. Arwood officiating. Family will receive friends from 10:30 until 12:00 Noon, Saturday, August 2, 2008 at Smith East Chapel. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000.
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