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Nelson Carey Obituary

"Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: any ye shall find rest unto your souls." Matthew 11: 28-29. Nelson Carey passed away peacefully into eternal rest on Sunday, April 28, 2013, at his home surrounded by family. He was 63, a single man, native of Baton Rouge and resident of Roseland. He leaves to cherish his memories: daughters, Lisa Hall and Takisha Parker both of Baton Rouge; Tamika Green, TX; son, Dominique Green, TX; sisters, Cornelia Carey and Judy Jones both of Baton Rouge; Helen Temple and Wilma Jackson both of Roseland; Idella Carey, Brooklyn, NY; Melvina Sterling, Landover, MD; brothers, Melvin Carey, Colo. Springs, CO; Larry Hunt, Acola, LA; Jimmy Lee Hunt, Amite. He will also be missed by his companion, Sally Drummond, Roseland; his aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews, other family members and devoted friends. Nelson was an Army veteran in the Vietnam War. He was a paratrooper, Airborne Division. While in the Army he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Combat Inf. Badge, Purple Heart and Airborne Prcht. Badge. He enjoyed fishing and helping others. He was a man of strong conviction, but had a soft heart for family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ervin Carey and Estella Carey Hunt; a sister, Elaine Carey; a nephew, Preston Carey; aunts, Melvina Harris and Bessie Huff; a brother, Peter Hunt. Visitation at Richardson Funeral Home, located at 501 N.W. Central Ave, Amite, LA from 9:00 am, until service at 10:00 am, Wednesday, May 8, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Eddie Braziel. Interment will follow in Port Hudson/LA National Cemetery. Richardson Funeral Home is in Charge of Arrangements.

Published by The Advocate from May 6 to May 8, 2013.
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To My Brother Nelson,
Words cannot express how I feel. You was more than a brother to me you was my best friend. You maybe gone from my view, but I can still feel you near me. I will miss our times together, the secrets we shared between us, and even the crazy way you had in telling your jokes, that made us laugh till we cried. You have touched many lives in your short life time. People you have known and even strangers have been blessed because of you. The good Lord called you home. I needed you, but the Lord needed you more. My dear brother, may you rest in peace with the Lord. Your work here on earth is done.

With Love,
Your Lil Sis

Cornelia

May 14, 2013

My heart goes out to Cousin Nelson's Family It saddened me to hear of his transition, May he Rest in Peace. God comfort the rest of the family as only you can. Keeping the Carey Family Lifted.
God's Blessing

Grayling V. G. Sterling Sr.

May 10, 2013

Cornelia,
May God give you peace and comfort through his word during this time of sorrow.

JoAnn Wheeler- Hunter

May 10, 2013

Uncle Nelson will be missed and may he Rest in Eternal Peace with Auntie Elaine and Grandpa and the rest of the ancestors who have gone home.

Valarie Carey

May 9, 2013

Uncle Nelson will be missed and may he Rest in Eternal Peace with my Auntie Elaine and Grandpa and the rest of the ancestors who have gone home.

Valarie Carey

May 9, 2013

Cornelia,
I am so sorry to hear about your brother Nelson. It sounds like he was a great man. I am so thankful for those that have served our country.May God comfort you and your family.
Love,
Kathy B

Kathy

May 9, 2013

To the Carey Family,
May the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, guide your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

I was shocked and saddened to read the obituary of my Blundon Home,little brother in Christ, Nelson Carey's passing...more so because the facts of his career in the obituary told the story of an outstanding veteran who served his country with distinction. My deepest condolences for your loss and respect and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.

I want to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. To my other Blundon Home brother in Christ, Melvin Carey, and my Blundon Home sisters in Christ, Melvina, Idella and Cordelia, although the years have come and gone,I remember all of you fondly. God be with you until we meet again. And if I can be of help to the Carey family in any way, please call on me.I can be reached at 703-587-5496.

Claiborne Haughton

May 6, 2013

Condolences to your Daughter Lisa Carey Hall and Grand-Daughters Lydia and Cassietta Briscoe, Great-Grand Daughter Calvionna Puckett. Earth has no sorry that Heaven cannot Heal...Nelson may you Rest in the Arms of the Master.

Retha Crosby

May 6, 2013

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