Arlen Nelson

January 24, 1944 - March 15, 2020

Arlen Nelson, 76, of Rainbow City, went to be with his Lord, March 15, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Willie Nelson, daughter, Cindi McClain, brothers, Joe, Charlie, Eugene, Jack, James and Benny, sisters, Marie, Ann, Sue and Mavis. Arlen is survived by his wife of 42 years, Sandra, son, Eric (Rachelle) Nelson, daughters, Teresa (Eddie) Noblett, Jami Kenner and Jill Ellis, 13 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren with one on the way, sisters, May Nelson, Carolyn Ashley and Ida Noble,and a host of nieces and nephews. Arlen loved telling everyone, especially children and grandchildren about Jesus Christ. He was a devoted listener to the prayer hour on WBSA, Boaz. He loved New Rockledge church and his church family. His pride and joy besides his family was his Ford tractor. He loved making a garden and see everything come to life and grow. Special thanks to Southern Care New Beacon, nurses: Sandy, Lacey and Heather. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2020 at New Rockledge church in Rockledge, 380 Rockledge Road, Attalla, Al. 35954. You may come early to visit from 10:30 until 11. Rev. David Dunn and Rev. Doyle Spinks will officiate. Etowah Memorial Chapel Directing