Earl Mcray Nelson

Earl McRay Nelson, 71, of Clanton passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at Brookwood Medical Center from complications of a fall. Earl was born on October 8, 1947 in Chilton Co., AL. He was a Chilton County Class of '66 High School Graduate and an Alumni of Troy State University. He served with honors in the United States Air Force as a Seargeant during the Vietnam War. He is a lifetime member of the DAV, VFW and AmVets. He leaves behind his beloved and devoted Wife of 51 years, Carolyn G. Nelson; Two unconditionally loved Children, Tanya N. Ungaro of Paisley, FL and Jason E. Nelson of Clanton, AL; Grandsons, Craig D. Ungaro and Hunter C. Nelson; Great-Grandchildren, Tristan and Aria Ungaro; Brother, Rev. Harold Nelson (Peggy) from Clanton, AL; Nephew, Jeffrey Nelson (Lisa); Niece, Jennifer Kendric (Ricky). Earl was a family man loved by many brother and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews. He will be forever loved, missed and remembered by both family and friends. Earl was preceded in death by his parents, John W. Nelson and Minnie Bice Nelson; Children, William A. Nelson and Craig J. Nelson; Brother, Bennie Donald Nelson. Please join the family in honoring Earl at a Celebration of Life on Saturday, June 15, 2019, 3pm at Verbena Baptist Church, 197 Co. Rd. 500, Verbena, AL 36091. The family would love to hear stories you may have with him and any photos you may have to share, would forever be cherished. Martin Funeral Home directing. You may leave online condolences for the family on the guest registry at www.martinfuneralhomeinc.com.