Mary V. Nelson, 75, passed away on Saturday, March 17, 2018 in Mobile, AL. Mary was born to Vernon H. Nelson and Mamie Bright Nelson on May 7, 1942 in Mobile. She retired after 45 years as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist from the University of South Alabama in 2005. Following her retirement, Mary volunteered with the Animal Rescue Foundation as the Director of Catteries, until August, 2015.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Vernon and Mamie Nelson.
She is survived by her chosen family: Joan and Stanley Tant, Kirk and Connie Taylor, Sky Taylor, Christine Grove, Margie Givens, Doyle Taylor, eleven inherited nieces and nephews including her goddaughter, Kelsey Taylor – as well as numerous co-workers and volunteers of the Animal Rescue Foundation – all of whom will miss her smiles, laughter, and caring heart.
Visitation will be held at Pine Crest Funeral Home on Dauphin Island Parkway in Mobile on Thursday, March 22, 2018 from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. with a graveside service immediately following in Pine Crest Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, Mary requests that donations be made to:
Animal Rescue Foundation
6140 Rangeline Road
Mobile, AL 36582
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