Walker's Mortuary Chapel Of Peace | Johns Island, SC

Obituary For First Lady Mrs. Debra Nelson

The relatives and friends of First Lady, Mrs. Debra Ann Nelson and those of her beloved husband, Rev. James Eric Nelson; loving daughters, Erica Nelson Bligen (Ben) and Courtney Nelson; sweet granddaughters; Raegan and London Bligen, parents, Charlie and Eva Seabrook, Sr.; siblings, Chenequa (Michael) Williams, Charleen Seabrook, Charlie (Janice) Seabrook and Ron Smith (Wanda); sister-in-laws, Linda Frazier, Vernette (John) Brown, Cheryl Nelson; brother-in-laws, Otis (Rosalyn) Freeman and Rev. Larry J. Nelson; her dear special friends; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins are invited to attend her Home-Going Service 11 am on Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Grace Cathedral Church, 5391 Salters Hill Road Hollywood, SC 29449. First Lady Nelson will lie in state at the church from 10 am until the hour of service. Interment: Salem Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Wadmalaw Island, SC. NO WAKE. Viewing will be held 3 pm until 7 pm at Walker's Mortuary Chapel on Friday, February 19, 2021. Final arrangements entrusted to the care of Walker's Mortuary "Chapel of Peace" 3407 Old Pond Rd., Johns Island, SC 29455. Phone: (843)559-0341; Fax: (843) 559-3415. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ Charleston

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Guest Book

It was my honor to have met Debra. A sweet gentle breeze of love and kindness. I'm so sorry for your loss. Martha Lewis

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Our condolences to the family - the times my family and I've been in First Lady presence while attending Greater New Bethlehem AME will always be cherished. Praying for your strength Pastor Nelson. To Erica my Columbia College alumnae I am saddened and will be praying for you and your entire family as well. Michelle and Bobby Singleton

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With Deepest Sympathy to Rev. Nelson, Erika, Courtney and Family. May the peace of God surround you during this time of sorrow. Psalm 34:18 The Lord is close to the broken-hearted and saves those who are contrite in the spirit. We are holding your family in our hearts and lifting you in prayer. Sammy's Transportation (James Island) Jaki, Saundra and Jakari Vaird

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My prayers and condolences to the Nelson. My the sweet peace of God comfort you during this time of grief. Your wife and mom was a sweet soul. Barbara Mungin Jenkins Reaves Columbia, SC

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You have my deepest sympathy Eric and the rest of the Nelson family. May Jehovah God be with you and your family during this difficult time. Emily Palmer-Gadsden

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We extend sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathies to Rev. Eric Nelson, Soror Courtney, and family. We will continue to lift you in Prayer. Apostle Rev. Gertie S. Ford GSF Ministries

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Our heartfelt condolences to Pastor Nelson and family. May God's continuously Strengthen and Heal your family. Love from Pastor Townsend and Firstlady Georgeanna Townsend and Grace Cathedral Hollywood SC

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Those blissful years of love, laughter and joy together will love on, With every beat of your heart. Rev Nelson & family we love you and share your pain. Rev Dr Elden & Quintella Heyward

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My condolences to the Nelson and Seabrook Family. An angel got her wings. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Naomi Owens-Johnson, Class of '78.

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The St. John's High School Class of 1980 extend heartfelt sympathies to the Seabrook and Nelson families as we join in your grief. We pray that Our Father in heaven will guard your hearts and minds; and keep you in perfect peace now and always.

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We send our deepest Condolences. May God bless you all during this time. Mr&Mrs Steven White and family.

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To Rev.J.E.Nelson Erica courtney and Mr.C Mrs Eva and other family members you have our heartfelt Sympathy reaches to all of you. Love Johnny and Lu johnson

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You have our deepest sympathy to you Reverend Nelson and your family

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Dear Family, I am grieving with as I learned about the passing of Debra. She was a very straightforward person who took her role as first lady of Rev. Eric Nelson. She fought a good fight. She kept the faith. Continue to trust in the Lord. He will give you the comfort that you need. With heartfelt sympathy, Cousin Juanita Blake Smalls

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To the Nelson and Seabrook family, Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort. I pray God's comfort, peace, and strength upon you. May God continue to bless and keep you. Love, Madeline McCloud Evans, class of 78.

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Dear Erika, Courtney, Reverend Nelson, and Family, I consider myself blessed to have known Debra for the past several years. Debra was a beautiful, inspiring woman with a contagious smile and unmatched spirit. Even when faced with tremendous challenge, her love for others, passion for life, and determined spirit were relentless. We mourn her transition from this earth but have comfort in knowing she is now at peace, an angel with God forevermore. It was an honor to care for her. In deepest sympathy, Elizabeth Kirkland

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To the Nelson and Seabrook families, My prayers and thoughts are with you doing this time of bereavement. I am praying that God will give you peace, strength, understanding and restore your joy doing this time. May you find peace, joy, and laughter as you hold her precious memories to heart Debbie will be missed but not forgotten. Her loving personality, smile and meek spirit is a living testament to all. When I think about Debbie's destination, with our Lord and Savior, I rejoice knowing she accepted Him, trusted Him, believed Him, and now in His presence. To God be the Glory !!!!! Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning. I love you guys Your Elementary, Middle, and High School classmate Mary McCloud Moore

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To the Nelson and Seabrook families, My prayers and thoughts are with you doing this time of bereavement. I am praying that God will give you peace, strength, understanding and restore your joy doing this time. May you find peace, joy, and laughter as you hold her precious memories to heart Debbie will be missed but not forgotten. Her loving personality, smile and meek spirit is a living testament to all. When I think about Debbie's destination, with our Lord and Savior, I rejoice knowing she accepted Him, trusted Him, believed Him, and now in His presence. To God be the Glory !!!!! Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning. I love you guys Your Elementary, Middle, and High School classmate Mary McCloud Moore

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Eugene & Julia Frazier, Sylvia Blake, Lillie Mae Riley, Rosa Fergerson and Jacqueline Hill To our dearest sister Eva, the Seabrook and Nelson family, we offer our deepest sympathy in the death of your beloved daughter, mother and wife. To her sisters, brother, other relatives and close friends, we offer you our sympathy as well. We have so many wonderful memories of Debra. Especially on our last family outing at Wannamaker Park in 2019; it was such a joyous occasion to see her feeling better and doing so well. Like always, whenever we got together, she didn't fail to imitate Jule's dancing. She also said how much she was enjoying being with everyone. We will miss our niece, especially at future family gatherings We are praying for God's strength and peace and comfort for our family. May Debra soul rest in the Lord. Psalm 100 Verse 5 "For the Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting;' and His truth endureth to all generations."

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Sending our deepest sympathy to The Nelson Family. Eric, Erica, and Courtney, our heartfelt prayers are with you during this time and the days to come. Debbie's smile, generosity, laughter, and kindness will always be remembered. With love from Malai and Mary Roper.

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Sending prayers to the family. You have my deepest condolences. May God grant you comfort and peace during this time of sorry. GodBlessings to you Rosalyn Edwards

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To: Chenequa Seabrook Williams and Cheryl Nelson. The St. John's High School Class of 1979 extends our heartfelt love and condolences in the transition of your beloved sister; Leading Lady Sis. Debra Seabrook Nelson. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers. (Class of 1979-St. John's High School) John's Island, SC.

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To: My classmates Mrs. Chenequa Seabrook Williams, Ms. Cheryl Nelson, and the ENTIRE Nelson and Seabrook Family members. God has promised that he will comfort all that mourn. To be absent from the physical body is to be present with the Lord. Please find added strength and hope in knowing that Our Father will safely and gently carry you through this season and in the days, weeks, months, and years that are ahead. Family I encourage you to embrace the memories of your (our) beloved Debra. They will move you from one day to the next. And in the peace and joy of Our Lord. Debra was such a precious soul. I remember her from our years at St. John's High School. A life well-lived. Rest In Peace My Sister!!! Elizabeth A. Glover (DeDe)-Charleston, SC.

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To Cousin Eric, Erica, Courtney, the Seabrooks, the Nelsons, other family members, and close friends, we offer our heartfelt condolences on the death of our beloved Cousin Debra Nelson. Debbie was a true servant of God and a strong Christian woman who was warm, compassionate, and had a loving soul. Her love and devotion to God and family was inspiring. As we were growing up, Debbie would babysit us when our parents went out. Debbie embodied Black Girl Magic before it was even a popular phrase. Her smile, her laughter, and her jokes brightened any room she entered. She did not allow her health issues to interfere with sending us little messages on Facebook reminding us that she loved us. We will miss Cousin Debbie, but are comforted by the fact that she's with God in heaven. May God's peace, love, grace, and mercy abound as you grieve during this most difficult time. Eric and Janelle Fergerson

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Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Family, my heart is with you all. Trust that God is your strength. We all shall meet again one day. Loving thoughts to Eric, Erica, Courtney, grandbabies, siblings and Dear Eva and Charlie and my entire family. Condolences from Cousin Ellie.

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"Your Wings were ready, but our Hearts were not. We will keep your memories alive in our hearts. Deepest sympathy to the Nelson family especially Rev. Nelson, Erica, Courtney, London and Reagan. This Too shall Pass. Sending Love from Shurene, Layla and Leilani.

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My sincere Thoughts and Prayers are with you all in this time of Bereavement. May the Peace Of God Comfort you now and in the Days To come. Jessica Edwards(MUSC)

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On behalf of St. John's class 78 we extend our condolences to the families

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On behalf of St. John's class of 1978 we extend our condolences to the families 🙏🙏💕💕💞🙏🙏😇

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May our Father God Jehovah Cover You All. Samuel and Sophia Williams

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My condolences to the Nelson Family.

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My Prayers are with the Family You have my Deepest sympathy Marie Horry

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To the Nelson family We are so sorry for your loss , may God comfort you all during these trying times. 1st lady Nelson WILL TRULY BE MISSED. LOVE, Sis. Ruthie Townsend and Mother Beulah Roach

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To the Nelson and Seabrook families, may God grant you peace that surpasses all understanding. Pray He wrap you up in his love during this difficult season and all ways. Peace and Blessings Yolanda, Joe, Jovon Bonneau and Lula Mae Taylor

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We are sending prayer and our deepest sympathy to the Nelson family from New First Missionary Church, under the leadership of Rev. Albert C. Morrison

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Words are not keen enough to express what First Lady "Debra" meant to Lady Holmes and I. She was poised, beautiful, friendly, and always insisting on helping us whenever we would call. There were times laughed, cried, prayed, and just talked about how blessed we were, the children, and heaven knows those grandchildren. First Lady "Debra" has truly left a void in our heart, she was truly a sister to Lady Holmes and a friend to me. Rev. Dr. Arthur & Souvillia Holmes

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Our Condolences TO The Family

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We are sending prayers for strength, peace and comfort. Our Comforter will soothe and guide in the days ahead. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Deepest sympathy, Nathan "Cookie" & Yolanda Williams

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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