Billy Joe Nelson Obituary
The memory of Billy Joe Nelson of Sturgeon, Missouri, born in Columbia, Missouri, who passed away on October 18, 2025 at the age of 60, 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 Billy Joe Nelson to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his grandparents, Marian, Pearl Nelson, Everett, Bernice Voss, Dorothy and Willy Oliver; his stepfather Boyd Wilson; his aunt Sandy; his uncle Newman; his cousins, Paula, Michael and Erin; and his former wife Merri Thomas.
He is survived by: his parents, Sharon Nelson-Wilson (Bob Nichols) of Columbia and Larry Nelson (Flo) of Centralia; his children, Amanda Nelson-Smith (Shaun) and Tristan Nelson of Hallsville; his grandchildren, Jillian, Kole, Jordan, Ashton and Brooklyn; and his siblings, Tara Hickam, Ronda Schultz and Dale Nelson. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
To honor Billy's memory, the family kindly requests donations to help cover the costs of arrangements. Contributions may be made to Billy's daughter, Amanda, via Venmo @Amanda-Smith-1623.
