He was born June 6, 1996 in Gallipolis, son of Mary Barcus Nelson who survives him. Michael was a graduate of South Gallia High School, Class of 2015 and was a member of Mercerville Baptist Church. He had planned to go to the Marines in September. He enjoyed playing his guitar.
Surviving are his mother Mary Nelson of Crown City; a sister, Caitlyn Nelson of Crown City; uncles, James Barcus of Crown City, Glenn (Wendy) Barcus of Graham, Washington and Eric (Paula) Clary of Gallipolis; an aunt, Jari (Nick) Cain of Gallipolis; a great aunt, Sue Burris of Gallipolis; and several cousins.
Michael was preceded in death by his grandmother Marsha Clary and great uncle Lonnie Burris.
A memorial service will be at 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at Mercerville Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. Willis Funeral Home is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Michael’s memory to Mercerville Baptist Church.
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