Elliott Lawrence ""Larry Nelson

Elliott Lawrence ""Larry"" Nelson, 59, passed away after a brief illness on August 12, 2012. Larry was born in Alexandria, Louisiana on December 23, 1952 to Charles and Mary Leah Nelson. Larry lived in the Baytown area for thirty years where he raised a family and worked as an owner operator truck driver.

Larry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He had an easy laugh and a quick wit that was certain to make anyone crack a smile. He never met a stranger, and brightened the day of all of those he came across- whether it was his family, friends, or just someone next to him in line at the bank. Larry was a kind soul and a warm heart. He epitomized a strong work ethic, and would do whatever he could to help someone in need. He was married to his wife, Kathy, for nearly thirty years, and together raised two daughters to be smart, strong women. His granddaughter, Hannah Nelson, adored her ""Paw-Paw"" and his silly sense of humor. Larry will be remembered as a kind friend, loving husband, and devoted father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

Larry is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Mary Leah Nelson. He is survived by his devoted wife, Kathryn Bearden Nelson, daughters, Mary Nelson of Baytown and Lesley Nelson of Austin, granddaughter Hannah Nelson of Baytown, brother Charles Nelson, Jr. and sister in law Ireys Nelson of New Orleans, mother in law Reva Bearden of Baytown, father in law David Bearden of Ft. Lauderdale, FL. sister and brother in law Julia and Kenan Jones of Baytown, brother in law David Bearden of Columbus, OH, sister and brother in law Debbie and Neal Hanley of Pompano Beach, FL, sister and brother in law Denise and Jeff Mielke of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, many nieces and nephews and a host of friends from across the country.

The family will receive visitors on Saturday, August 18, 2012 from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. with a memorial service to follow at 3:00 p.m. at Navarre Funeral Home in Baytown.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Larry's honor to the American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 570127, Houston, TX 77257-0127.

Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Navarre Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 2444 Rollingbrook Dr., Baytown, TX, 77521 (281) 422-8111.