William Harold Nelson Sr.

William Harold Nelson Sr, 82, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 28, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Guilford County to the late Willie Jasper Nelson and LouElla Kirk Nelson on August 27, 1944. William will be remembered for the loyalty and love he had for his family. He was incredibly giving and selfless. William was a great father, a fantastic husband, and a Tarheel fan until the end. William and his wife, Marjorie, were devoted members of Hopewell Wesleyan Church and he will be missed immensely by his church family.

In addition to his parents, William is preceded in death by his first wife, Ethel Nelson.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Marjorie Walker Nelson; two sons, William H Nelson Jr. (Andrea) and Todd Nelson (Shannon); two grandchildren, Skyler Nelson and Jeremy Nelson; three great-grandchildren, Logan Nelson, Leslie Nelson, and Sienna Nelson; one great-grandchild on the way, Suede Nelson; two stepchildren, Rick Levy (Patricia) and Debra McGhee; three step-grandchildren; and seven step-great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 11 AM on Monday, October 5, 2026, at Westminster Gardens with Pastor Kevin Bauswell officiating. A visitation will be held from 4:00-6:00PM on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at Hayworth-Miller Kernersville Chapel. Any donations in William’s memory may be made to Hopewell Wesleyan Church at 2825 Pleasant Ridge Rd, Summerfield, NC 27358.