Irene (Walker) Nelson - age 83 of Halls passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Wednesday, February 21, 2018. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, mamaw, aunt, and friend. She is now rejoicing in heaven alongside of her husband Arvel Marion Nelson, daughter Martha Nelson, grandson Jason Nelson, parents Andy and Cora Walker, brothers Glen Walker, Houlk Walker, Perry Walker, sisters Virgie Gabriel, Cecila Brantley, and Ethel Dennis. Her legacy lives on through her loving and devoted family: daughter Judy (David) Walton, sons Tommy (Marlene) Nelson and Jeff Nelson. Siblings Pauline Emery, JoAnn Ashburn, Zolamae Henegar, and Earl Walker. Grandchildren Amanda Walton, Brandon (Paige) Walton, Courtney (Chris) Breeden, and Shawn Nelson. Great-grandchildren Christopher Breeden, Rhett Walton and Reid Walton. Special friend Belva Walton and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Irene truly never met a stranger. She will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Receiving of friends will be held at Mynatt’s Funeral Home, Halls Chapel on Saturday, February 24, 2018 from 5-7pm with a celebration of life service officiated by Gary Watson to follow at 7pm. Irene loved gardening, therefore flowers in her memory may be delivered to Mynatt’s Funeral Home, Halls Chapel. Graveside service will be held Sunday, February 25, 2018 at Oak Grove Cemetery at 2 pm. Online condolences at www.myattfh.com