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Obituary for Donna Lynn Nelson (Carter)

Donna  Lynn  Nelson (Carter)
Donna Lynn (Bagwell) Nelson, 68, passed away Sunday, November 6, 2016 with her family by her side after a courageous battle against mesothelioma.

Born on Valentine’s Day 1948, she was the epitome of love to all who knew her. She was adored by her three younger brothers, who turned to her for support and love throughout their lives. To her daughters, she was an amazing role model, friend, confidant and teacher. They proudly raise their own children by her example.

Donna will be missed most of all by her loving husband. Love-at-first sight in Nashville, TN launched a 50-year love story that can’t be matched. It was filled with laughter and adventure as they took their family across country, finally settling near the ocean in Maine. There she entertained her greatest joys - her four grandchildren, who she spoiled with reckless abandon.

Donna will be remembered for her generosity, compassion, silliness and Southern cooking. She had a passion for animals and couldn’t get enough of the ocean. Donna was loved by all who met her, as shown by the countless people who sought to bring her comfort throughout her illness and final days.

She loved to bring happiness to people’s lives, whether it was through a gift, a delicious meal, or a hug. As such, she requested that there be no services. Instead, friends and family are asked to honor her memory through an act of kindness - spend time with your family, help a friend, give to the community, or support cancer research.

Donna was predeceased by her parents, Ennis and Alene (Armstrong) Bagwell of Clarksville, TN. She is survived by her loving husband, Nils Nelson of Moody, ME; daughters Tiffany Nelson and her children, Nick and Kenna Olsen of Moody, ME, Cherilyn Wilson, her husband Landon Wilson and their children, Adelyn and Jase Wilson of Coppell, TX; brothers, Dennis Bagwell and his wife Marilyn, Earl Bagwell, Greg Bagwell and his wife Linda, all of Clarksville, TN; and her brother-in-law Tom Nelson and his wife Georgi of Kennebunk, ME. She leaves behind many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, all of whom she adored immensely.


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