Erwin Stanley "Stan" Nelson

Erwin Stanley “Stan” Nelson, a former Jackson resident, passed away on the afternoon of September 14, 2022.

Born in Griffin on April 26, 1961, Stan was the son of the late Bill and Ann Morris Nelson.

Stan was a 1979 graduate of Jackson High School where he played football and baseball. He attended Georgia Southwestern State University in Americus. He enjoyed football, baseball, golf, NASCAR and was an avid University of Georgia fan, GO DAWGS! Stan had an infectious smile and spread joy wherever he went. He loved people.

His memory will forever be treasured by his children, Ashley Laster (Jon) of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Amy Nelson of Newnan, Alex Nelson (Kara) of Villa Rica, and Ben Nelson of Cumming; grandchildren, Trey, Morgan, Cairenn, Lisa Ann, Noah, Jack, Lily, and Logan; his sister, Debbie Dean (Oscar) of Warner Robins and brother, Bill Nelson (Lee) of Jackson; and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be at 1:00, Sunday, October 2 at Jackson First United Methodist Church. A memorial service honoring the life of Stan will be immediately after at 2:00. Burial will be private.

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