Donnie Ray "Smiley" Nelson's obituary , Passed away on May 6, 2026 in Powell, Tennessee

Donnie Ray "Smiley" Nelson

September 23, 1974 - May 6, 2026 (51 years old)

Powell, Tennessee

Donnie Ray "Smiley" Nelson's obituary , Passed away on May 6, 2026 in Powell, Tennessee
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Donnie Ray "Smiley" Nelson

September 23, 1974 - May 6, 2026 (51 years old)

Powell, Tennessee

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Donnie Ray Nelson Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Donnie Ray Nelson of Powell, Tennessee, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Donnie left this world on May 6, 2026 at the age of 51, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Donnie Ray Nelson or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his grandparents, Earl, Euwanna Clevenger, Ernest and Geneva Nelson; his aunt Teresa; and his uncle Jim Haines.

He is survived by: his parents, Kay Weaver and Donnie Nelson; his uncle David Clevenger (Calvert); and his cousins, Callie, Lee, Dax, Dr. Erika Bales (Aaron), Billy Brown (Rachel), Mason, Maddie, Kevin Brown (Amanda), Alex, Connor and Tyler Haines.



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May 11

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Greenwood Cemetery
3500 Tazewell Pike, Knoxville, TN 37918

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