Jo Ellen Nielson Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jo Ellen Nielson in Springfield, Missouri, born in Shell Knob, Missouri, who passed away on September 1, 2024, at the age of 91, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Jo Ellen departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Jo Ellen. Though Jo Ellen may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Nathan Plummer and Elaine Plummer (Wilson); her husband Don Nielsen; and her siblings, Jerry Plummer and Cherlene Plummer.
She is survived by: her children, Christy Dye (Brad), Erik Nielsen (Becky) and Pete Nielsen; and her siblings, Janice Hudson and Beverly Dent. She is also survived by her four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.