Sally Joan Nelson Obituary
We bid farewell to Sally Joan Nelson of Greenbrier, Tennessee, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 9, 2025 at the age of 87. Sally Joan touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Sally Joan 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 Sally Joan. Though Sally Joan 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, Britt Allen and Verda Johanna Malloy Dains; and her husband Richard Lee Nelson. She is survived by: her children, Jill Hoff (Michael) of Greenbrier, TN and Roderick Loren Nelson (Verna); and her sister Susan Stewart of White House, TN. She is also survived by 3 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are encouraged to Dayspring Academy in her memory.
