Jerry Edd Nelson Obituary
The passing of Jerry Edd Nelson of Tyler, Texas occurred on June 16, 2026. Jerry, born on February 24, 1941, is remembered by those who knew him. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jerry Edd Nelson to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Nelson and Florence Nelson; and his wife Shari Newby Nelson. He is survived by: his children, Scott Nelson (Susan) and Neisha Nelson Hootman (Joe); his grandchildren, Shea Nelson, Stefanie Moffett, Samantha Smith, Samuel Hootman, Susannah Trunick, Sarah Hootman and Rowan Hootman; and his siblings, Cathy Hartman and John Nelson.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the East Texas Food Bank in Jerry Nelson's memory.
