James Nelson

James "Barracuda" Nelson, age 63, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2015 in Sebring, Florida. He was born on February 15, 1952 in Columbus, GA to the late Richard and Lucille (Burnett) Nelson. James had been a resident of Avon Park since 1969 having come from Columbus, GA. He really enjoyed spending his time with family and friends. James is survived by his wife of 25 years: Sandra Nelson of Avon Park, sons: Shannon Nelson of Jacksonville, James Moore of Leesburg, daughters: Angela (David) Pinnock of Avon Park, Gail English of Avon Park, Charell English of Avon Park, brothers: Louis Nelson of Avon Park, Robert Nelson of Avon Park, Willie Nelson of Troy, NY, sisters: Lela Iland of Avon Park, Daisy Holmes of Mobile, AL, Anna Mae Logans of Phoenix City, AL, Zelia Reynolds, of Atlanta, GA, eight grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 8, 2015 at the Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home in Avon Park. A Funeral service officiated by: Pastor Johnnie McRae will be held at 11 AM at the Antioch Temple Church of God in Christ. Entombment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens. Arrangements Entrusted To: Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home 111 E. Circle St. Avon Park, FL 33825 863-453-3101 www.stephensonnelsonfh.com