Earnest Nelson Obituary

The family of Earnest Nelson in Blytheville, Arkansas announces his passing on August 3, 2026. Earnest, born on May 2, 1940, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Earnest Nelson to show support.

He was predeceased by: his mother Alberta Nelson; his former wife Ruthie; his parent Jimmie Nelson; and his sister Dorothy Gordon. He is survived by: his wife Essie Mae Nelson; his son Dwayne Nelson (Sarah) of Surprise, AZ; his stepsons, John Walker of Jonesboro, AR and James Saunders of Omaha, NE.; and his siblings, Jimmie Nelson Jr. (Earline), Eddie Nelson (Jill) of Omaha, Erwin Nelson (Devonda) of Memphis, TN, Terrence Nelson (Maria) of Ft Worth, TX., Alberta Nelson of Omaha, NE, Brenda Rogers (Larry) of Omaha, NE, Linda Smith of Omaha, NE and Claudia Green (Jeff) of Fresno, California.. He is also survived by many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.