Carolyn grew up in Lincoln and graduated from Northeast H.S. in 1952. She graduated from UN-L in 1956 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics.
Carolyn met the love of her life, Richard L. Nelson, at the age of 13 at a 4-H meeting. They married on August 14, 1955. Together, they were an inspirational example of a committed, devoted couple.
Carolyn will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend. Her gracious spirit was evident to all who knew her, and her beautiful smile will not be forgotten.
Family members include her children; Woody Nelson, Cheryl (Brett) Judds, Brian (Karen) Nelson, Lincoln; Kerby (Cindy) Nelson, Hickman; sister Kathleen (Don) Parker, Table Rock, MO; 10 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her parents; husband Richard Nelson; brothers Ronald Lux, Stanley Lux, John Lux, Kenneth Lux; daughter-in-law Joyce Nelson.
Memorial service: 2:00 pm Monday, February 17, 2025, Roper and Sons Midtown Chapel, 4300 ‘O’ St. Prior private interment.
Visitation with family present will be from 4 – 6 pm Sunday, February 16, 2025, Roper and Sons Midtown Chapel.
Memorials to Eastmont Living Foundation.