Major H. Winfield Funeral Home | Steelton, PA

Obituary For Charlotte Nelson

Charlotte L. Nelson, 75, of Harrisburg, peacefully transitioned into eternal life on Friday, July 22, 2022 at home with her family by her side.

She was born in Fuquay-Varina, NC, daughter of the late George Perry and Delores V. (McClain) Fitzgerald, was 1965 graduate of William Penn, retired from the Commonwealth of PA-Community Affairs and PA Housing Finance Agency and a member of Solid Rock Baptist Church, where she served as Choir President, the Events Committee and an Announcing Clerk. She was also a member of the Angelic Messengers, the Agape Experience and a former member of the Steelton Elks Cyrene Temple #169.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved grandparents who raised her, Matthew McClain Sr. and Carrie Lily (Cooper) McClain; her stepfather Walter C. Fitzgerald and brothers, George E. Perry, Melvin D. Perry, and Darryl A. Garrett. Charlotte leaves to celebrate her life; her loving husband, Albert Nelson of Harrisburg; her three daughters, Dara L. Bostic (Eric), Jami S. Brooks (Andre) and Kacy J. Gambles; her four grands, Daizah, Isaiah, Andrew and Kaycen and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Her life will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary of Living Water Community Church, 206 Oakleigh Ave., Harrisburg, with viewing 9:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. and burial in William Howard Day Cemetery.

COVID-19 Guidelines will be observed with face masks for all attendees.

Guest Book

Dara, Jamie, and Kacy, Please accept my condolences on the passing of your lovely mother. I'll be praying the most fervent of prayers for you all. May Ms. Charlotte S.I.P. Love, Shakiyya

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So sorry to hear of Charlotte's passing😢...I will always remember our time singing in the choir at Goodwin...my prayers of comfort & strength to the family...sleep in heavenly peace 😇

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Al, Dara, Jami,and Kacy , my memory of Charlotte is how she ministered to the saints singing "Going Up Yonder". We are all trying to go where she is. She always exuded class and was always an example for us. She was a blessing. I'm sure God is pleased! God's best to you always. Kim and Peppy Williams and family.

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Condolences to the family. Yacca and Charles

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My Condolences to the Nelson family, may God give you the strength and faith you need at This difficult time

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To The Family: Asking God to surround you with His perfect peace and love. Keeping you all in prayer. I am going to miss that Smile! Lashella Chambers Johnson & Family

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Char was a great friend to me we had a lot of good laughs together she would wait for me to come to work so she could hear some of my stories I had to tell her she always said that I was better than the Patriot News I am really going to miss her I had just seen her and Al at three B getting ice cream my deepest sympathy goes out to her husband Al and her daughters and grandkids she was the Best Kim Wilson

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Al, Dara, Jamey and Kacey. I am so sorry to hear of Charlotte's passing. She was a beautiful person with a heart of gold. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Rest peacefully dear friend.

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To my girls dara, jamie, and Casey until our dear friend how. Our hearts bleed with yours and the loss of charlotte. She was everything to all of us. She was your wife and mother and too many and I she was a good friend and a sister. We're all going to miss her smile, her wet, and her ability to bring calm to any storm or situation. She was always there for me and I will always love him cherish her memory. Laverne and Lenny

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Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother I am praying for you and your family that God will wrap you up with his love and the strength you need to get through the lost of your love one your mother was a wonderful and sweet person always had smile she will truely missed

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Fleming Family

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Sorry to hear of the passing of my dear, long-time friend, Charlotte. Praying strength, comfort and peace for the Family. Ms. Donna Porter

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Grandma, You will be greatly missed and I will cherish the wonderful memories I have of you. Sleep well and tell my Nana and Mrs. Shirley I said hello 😔 Love always, Grandson

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Al, my condolences to you and your family. May she R.I.P. Valerie

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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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