

Nelson is survived by his wife, Karen W. Abercrombie of 57 years, son, Dennis Abercrombie (Debbie), daughter, Traci Smeraglia (Bo), grandsons, Blake Abercrombie (Amanda) & Jordan Abercrombie (Brittney), granddaughters, Juliette & Camryn Smeraglia, great-granddaughter Blakely Abercrombie. Along with many beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews & countless friends. Nelson is preceded in death by his parents, Nelson Abercrombie Sr., Eleanor Overton Foster & sister Janelle A. Elrod.
Nelson was born on January 24, 1944 in Birmingham, AL to Nelson Abercrombie Sr. & Eleanor Overton Foster. He married Karen W. Abercrombie, the love of his life. He was a lifelong resident of Birmingham, AL. Nelson was the President of the Alabama Messenger.
A visitation is scheduled for Thursday, 9:30-10:30, October 26, 2017 at Valley Ridout’s Chapel in Homewood, AL. Funeral service will be at 10:30 at Ridout's Valley with a graveside service at Elmwood Cemetery. Vaughn Stafford will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Nelson's life. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to a charity of your choice in memory of Nelson.
Arrangements under the direction of Ridout's Valley Chapel, Homewood, AL.
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