Obituaries
 By  Staff Reports Published 
10:48 am Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Justin Nelson

Justin Nelson, 42, of Russellville passed away July 7 at his home. A memorial service will be planned at a later date. Lawrence Funeral Home is assisting the family.

A graduate of Russellville High School, Justin was a member of First Baptist Church in Russellville.

Survivors include his mother, Windy Nelson; brother, Benji Nelson (Leigh); nieces and nephews, Tyler, Skyler, Austin (Addie), Christian Nelson, Roy Littrell, Ashley Coker and Brittany Russell (Jon Ray); five great-nieces and one great-nephew; grandmothers Nettie Mae Seal and Faylene Nelson; aunts Gayla Nelson, Jackie Baker, Sarah Young (George) and Renee Kimbrough (Jeff); uncle, Michael Seal (Chris); godparents, Rickey and Diane McAnally; and many other extended family and friends.

Justin was preceded in death by his father, Ben Nelson, and grandfathers Gayle Nelson and Malcolm Seal.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or a favorite charity.

Visit www.bradfordlawrencefh.com to leave online condolences.

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