Grace S Nelson Obituary
We announce the death of Grace S Nelson of Fairhope, Alabama, who passed away on August 19, 2026, at the age of 96. Grace will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Grace S Nelson to pay them a last tribute.
Grace will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Grace will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Grace’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her husband Morris Nelson; her son Andy Summerlin; her parents, Grace Smith and Cecil Smith; and her siblings, Glenda Smith (Gloria Wilson) and Cecil E. Smith.
She is survived by: her children, Jeanne Watton of Fairhope, AL, Judy Phinney (Norman) of Daphne, AL, Larry Summerlin (Deborah) of Tennessee, Gail Summerlin of Texas and Tim Nelson (Shannon) of Jacksonville, FL. She is also survived by eleven grandchildren; twenty-five great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.
