Michael Marion Nelson, 68 of Middlesboro, KY went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 12, 2025.
Mike is preceded in death by his parents, Henry Nelson and Lillian Thacker; special aunt, Mary Ida Sizemore; sister, Barb Nelson; brothers, Joe Hensley and Rick Nelson; nephew, Boss Nelson; cousin, Chuck Schultz; and stepson, Ryan Branham.
Mike is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Sylvia (Buffy) Nelson; stepdaughter, Whitney Whitaker; children, Ida (Red) Nelson, Michael Nelson II, Mary and Billy Mullins, Amber and Jon Mullins, Jared Nelson, and Lauren Branham; brother, Gary Nelson; sister, Nancy Poore; 21 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren, as well as other relatives and friends.
Mike was saved and baptized at an early age and was a member of Millers Chapel. He was a hardworking, caring and loving man. He loved his wife, children and family dearly. Mike spent his younger years working hard as an iron worker/machinist. Mike was smart as a tack. He enjoyed playing the guitar, fishing, camping, riding motorcycles and working on cars. Mike was a fixer of all things from his grandchildren’s little trinkets to fixing the best pot of coffee in the mornings. Mike looked forward to and enjoyed his visits from his dear friends Levi, Randy and George.
Mike spent the last few years of his life battling cancer and sickness, but he had the will to keep living. He left a mark on everyone he met; God broke the mold when he made him.
In remembrance of Mike there will be a memorial service held on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Miller’s Chapel in Middlesboro, KY.
Arnett & Steele Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Pineville is honored to serve the Nelson Family.
Miller's Chapel Baptist Church
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