L.D. was born January 5, 1932, at Eads to Daniel Webster and Clara Clementine (States) Nelson, and passed away February 21, 2023, at the Weisbrod Memorial County Hospital with his family by his side at the age of 91.

He is preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter, Diana Nelson; daughter, Marlene Specht; and siblings, Leo Nelson and Joyce Shipman.

L.D. is survived by his wife, Phyllis Nelson; children, Kendra (Rock) Banion, Marie (Allen) Watts and Darwin Nelson; 13 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Danny Nelson; brother-in-law, William H. Shipman; sister-in-law, Sue Nelson; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other family and many friends.

Per L.D.’s request cremation will take place. A private family inurnment for lifelong will take place at a later date.

Arrangements are under the direction of Peacock Funeral Home.