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Obituary For Mrs. Ella Nelson

Ella Foster Nelson, 69, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, in High Point, N.C. Ella was born on February 19, 1954, to the late Earl Foster, Sr. and Annie Mae Foster.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Earl Foster, Jr., and sister Rosa “Jean” Lovelace.

Ella was a light that shined so bright to many. She was a gentle and kind soul. Her radiant smile would light up any room she graced and soft voice would comfort many. Ella was a childcare provider in her at home daycare. She was loving wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend. Ella did not meet many strangers and always had a giving heart to help.

Ella began to have declining health and although she did not always feel her best, she continued to share her gracious smile.

Ella is survived by her loving husband, Kenneth R. Nelson, her loving daughter and son, Tinisha Coleman, and Kenneth “Antuan” Nelson, granddaughters Toni Harris and Shanice Coleman, her grandsons, Ke’Shaun Coleman and Roy Norris, great-granddaughter, Meilani Norris, God-son Darrell Hedrick, bonus-grands, Jazz, and Justin Hedrick. Siblings, Annie “Rosella” Thomas, Roosevelt (Judith) Foster, Carolyn (James) Nelson, and Hardy “Mack” (Tammy) Foster. A host of Aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.

Funeral service will be held Monday, November 20, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at Gethsemane Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the church from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

Guest Book

Didn't get to say goodbye in the proper way.. Maggie Butler ❤️💎👑🌹

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My Condolences to the family of Ms Ella I didn't get to say goodbye in the proper manner but just know that my heart ❤️ felt sympathetic is with you all. She was a lovely person an will be truly missed.RIP Ms.Ella💎🌹👑

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Sending my love and deepest sympathy to the Foster and Nelson families. Diane Harper

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Condolences to the family. We will surely miss Ella's smile and gentle disposition. On behalf of Beulah Brown and Elizabeth Bridges

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Praying for the Nelson Family From the Witherspoon Family and the Rorie Family 💔😂💜🙏

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My deepest heartfelt condolences go out to your family during this difficult time. May you find peace, comfort, and strength with God by your side. Be Blessed Always!!

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I greatly appreciate your family allowing me to get to know you when you came to visit. I'm sorry about the loss of Miss Ella and I'm thinking of your family during this difficult time-Kaiya

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I'm sorry for the loss of Miss Ella. I enjoyed meeting and talking to your family on your many visits to her. I'm thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.

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A great neighbor and friend. To the family we send our deepest sympathy. The residents of Admiral Point Apartments❤️

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So sry to hear of your loss. I pray that God's strength and mercy spread among each and every one of you. You are in my prayers Sylvia Shannon

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Sending my condolences, prayers, and love to the family. May all of your beautiful memories with Mama Ella comfort you during this difficult time! I'm one call away. -Bryana Little

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My Condolences to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. So many memories, so little time. Thank you for being a Mother, Mentor, Forgiver, and Friend. This isn't goodbye, it's see you later. Surely you are rejoicing with the Heavenly Father! REJOICE MOTHER!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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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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