Retired SGT. Richard Nelson, Jr.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Retired SGT. Richard Nelson, Jr., age 68, passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2025 in Nashville, TN. He was the son of the late Richard and Hannah Brown-Nelson, Sr. Visitation will be held from 10am until time of service at 11am on Friday, October 24, 2025 at St. Luke Baptist Church in Ridgeland, SC. Funeral Services will be held Friday, October 24, 2025 at St. Luke Baptist Church in Ridgeland, SC. There will be no viewing after the eulogy. Burial will follow in the Beaufort National Cemetery in Beaufort, SC. 

Allen Funeral Home of Ridgeland in charge of arrangements.

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