Mr. Michael B. Nelson gained his heavenly wings on August 7, 2021 at his residence. He was born on December 13, 1970, a son of Margaret Cotton-Nelson and the late Lewis Nelson. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Louise Cotton, Leroy Cotton, Ethelene Nelson, and Mack Nelson.

Michael attended the Guilford County Public Schools and was a graduate of T. Wingate Andrews High School. He furthered his education at High Point University, where he received his Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree, and Doctorate Degree. Michael was employed with Kindred Hospital in Greensboro, NC.

Michael enjoyed being with his family. He loved taking care of other people, and had always been a blessing.

Left to celebrate his life and loving memories are his mother, Margaret Nelson; his siblings, all of whom truly loved their brother: brother, Steven Nelson; two sisters, Angela Nelson and Kimberly Nelson; four brothers of Durham, NC, William Nelson, Uriah Nelson, O. B. Nelson, and Isaiah Nelson; his godparents; five godchildren; his close cousin and best friend, Preston D. Burke; and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be held Monday, August 16, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Power of Praise, 1329 Kimery Drive. Interment will follow at Guilford Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the chapel from 1:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.