Cary Nelson Obituary

The memory of Cary Nelson of Columbia, Missouri, who passed away on November 12, 2025 at the age of 69, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Cary had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Cary may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He was predeceased by: his father Charles Donald Nelson. He is survived by: his mother Shirley Nelson (Fakler) of Springfield, MO; his sister Christine Nelson-Jordan; his brother-in-law Robert Jordan; his uncles, Dr. Joe Fakler and Roy Fakler of Beatrice, NE; and his aunt Ruth Fakler of Concordia, KS.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Woodhaven, 1405 Hathman Place, Columbia, MO 65201.