Caroline Mae Nelson Obituary

The memory of Caroline Mae Nelson of Lafayette, Indiana, who passed away on January 21, 2026 at the age of 101, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Caroline Mae Nelson to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Austin Walter and Catherine Irene Dunbar (Everhart); her siblings, Robert Dunbar, Mary Shue, Jo Ann Rodgers and Nancy Rankin; her children-in-law, Kathleen Nelson and Dan Leaman; and her grandson Derrick Nelson.

She is survived by: her children, Patricia Leaman and Edward Nelson. She is also survived by her 3 grandchildren; her 4 great grandchildren; her 2 great great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to Trinity UMC in loving memory of Caroline.