Debra Jean Nelson's obituary , Passed away on May 7, 2026 in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Debra Jean Nelson

October 28, 1956 - May 7, 2026 (69 years old)

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Debra Jean Nelson's obituary , Passed away on May 7, 2026 in Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Debra Jean Nelson

October 28, 1956 - May 7, 2026 (69 years old)

Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Debra Jean Nelson Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Debra Jean Nelson (Fort Wayne, Indiana), who passed away on May 7, 2026 at the age of 69. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Philip Gallivan and Kathleen Gallivan (Shields); her son Michael Nelson; and her sister Linda Gallivan. She is survived by: her husband Jay M. Nelson; her children, Matthew Nelson of Fort Wayne, Katherine Locia (James) of Fort Wayne, Anne Ensley (Paul) of Fort Wayne and Maria Malhotra of Fort Wayne; and her siblings, Michelle Swanson, Patricia Greaney and Brian Gallivan.

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Divine Mercy Funeral Home



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May 13

Rosary

Divine Mercy Funeral Home
3500 Lake Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805

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May 13

Visitation

Divine Mercy Funeral Home
3500 Lake Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805

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May 14

Visitation

Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
4916 Trier Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815

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May 14

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
4916 Trier Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815

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