Kenneth Dexter Nelson,65, was called to rest on August 27, 2025.
His service is 1:00 PM, Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at Hyman Chapel AME Zion Church 2180 Highway 101 Havelock. The Interment will follow in the Hyman Chapel Church Cemetery.
He is survived by his father, Robert Van Nelson, Sr., Havelock; two brothers, Robert Van Nelson Jr. and Ricky Nelson both of Havelock; a host of nieces and nephews; aunts, Joyce Jarman Edelen, Thelma Nelson, Shirley Hickman and Mittie Waye, Elsie Bailey, Pearl Lewis; uncles, Ramon Nelson, Larry Nelson, Eltroy Nelson, Bishop Curtis Nelson and Bishop Gerald Nelson; Clarence Jarman, Willis Jarman, Carlton Jarman, Terry Jarman, Dennis Jarman.
PAID OBIT
My deepest condolences go out to the family. Dexter was my classmate and friend . This guy he could bring a smile to your face especially when you're feeling down.
Rest in peace
A Love Unbroken Though grief may shroud our weary hearts today, Your spirit shines, a guiding, gentle ray. We hold the laughter, the moments bright and true, A cherished nephew, forever in our view. The world feels quiet, a space where you should be, But love's echo will set your memory free. We'll carry you close, in every breath we take, A bond of family, for goodness sake. You may be gone from sight, but never from our soul, Our love for you, a story to make us whole. Rest now, dear nephew, your journey's gentle end, Our love, a comfort, will forever transcend
It is with great pain and despair to lose our dearly beloved, Dexter. He will forever remain loved and cherished in our hearts.
The Bartlett's
"Dexter's loving spirit brightened every gathering .He will be deeply missed."
In loving memories of Dexter, our prayers and thoughts are with you Brother Robert and nephews. If only I could wish away your every pain you are facing today. Dexter will always be loved and missed. May God be with us! Howard,Mittie Waye and family
We all will miss Dexter as he was very dear to our heart! Love you Cousin Rest in the arms of our Lord. Shanta, Tyrone, Breanna and Brooke Spaulding. Family events will be different without you as we will miss you dancing and calling us your cousins.
My condolences to all. Dexter was so funny. There are so many happy memories I will cherish. He will be missed.
We gather to remember a beloved nephew and a cousin, whose presence brought joy and laughter into our lives. He was a cherished member of our family, creating countless memories that we will hold close to our hearts. His spirit and warmth will be deeply missed, but the happiness he shared with us will live on in our cherished recollections. Our deepest condolences to our Brother/Uncle Robert and his family.
My deepest condolences to my family for my dear cousin and my buddy Dex. I had the pleasure of spending a short time with you these past couple of months. I enjoyed every bit of it. You kept me smiling and laughing Everytime you were around. May you rest in peace party man. I'll always love Dex, love Angel Dust ❤️ 🙏
My sincere condolences to the Nelson family. May the Holy Spirit comfort you during this time of bereavement.
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow My heart is sad !!God Bless you all!
I know God will give you the strength and grace to keep your faith! I love you and I'm praying for your healing!
Praying for the family
My sincerest condolences to the family. Meatball as he loved for us to call him will surely be missed. May he rest in peace
My condolences to the family of Dexter
Dex was my buddy so sorry for this.
I am truly sorry for loss. Dexter was a very sweet man
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Family. Dexter was always kind and humble. Trust Jehovah God and his Son Jesus Christ 🙏 and look forward to seeing your Love Ones ❤️ Again in a better Place 🙏... Revelations 21;3&4, Helps us to appreciate that . One day these hurtful things such as Death Sickness and Sorrows will be a Thing of the Past... Much Love, The Collins and Murphy Family,
Sending our deepest condolences and prayers to the family🙏🏽🙏🏽
Mr. Nelson was a very good friend we grew up together I'm going to miss him 😭
My dearest condolences to Uncle Robert and Uncle Ricky may God wrap his arms around you and your family in your time of need .I will truly miss Dexter he was like a son to me I love all the nelson children .dex was always like ray of sunshine he was always happy and boy did he love being at the football game night at his brother Ricky's house and he loved being with his father at their home at 2682 hwy 101.dex will be forever missed .dex was a hard working man he loved his job at Burger King which he worked there for many years until his eye sight took a turn for the worse .dex was always polite and always so happy and dex loved his family oh so very much .we will forever miss and love you dex.
My Condolences to the Nelson Family Dexter was loved Dearly! He called me mom sometimes he will be truly missed. Jehovah please put your Holy Spirit over the Nelson family in this time of distress
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