Douglas Wayne Nelms Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Douglas Wayne Nelms in Fairfax, Virginia, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on September 20, 2025 at the age of 83. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Douglas had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Douglas may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lewis J. Nelms and Clara Nelms (Gunn); his wife Susan Nelms (Lara); and his sister Louise "Lou" Vance (Nelms). He is also survived by his nephew, two stepchildren, a son-in-law and two grandchildren.
