Ms. Martha Nelson
May 7, 1956 - April 20, 2021
Martha Nelson, 64, of Peoria passed away on April 20, 2021 at 8:23 p.m. at OSF St. Francis Medical Center. She was born on May 7, 1956 to Willie James and Savannah Price Fisher in Clarksdale, MS. They preceded her in death. Martha worked as a Home Care Professional for Spoon River for over 10 years. Martha joined Gailalee M.B.C. under the leadership of Rev. Grady Barnett where she became a lifelong member. She enjoyed cooking and shopping, but mostly enjoyed her family and friends. Martha leaves to cherish her precious memories: one son: John (Annette) Nelson of Peoria; two daughters: Felisha Fisher and Diana (Cortes) Jones - Fisher both of Peoria: one grandson: Dujuane Nelson whom she raised; one great nephew: Jamieion Johnson who she raised; one niece: Latasha Thomas who she raised; one sister: Edna Thomas of Peoria; one sister in-law: Martha Ann Nelson of Clarksdale, MS; six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and a host of family who will miss her dearly. Martha was preceded in death by: five brothers: Willie James Fisher Jr, Jesse Fisher, Robert Fisher, Eddie James Fisher, and Roosevelt Fisher; two sisters: Dorothy Fisher and Emma Morgan; one grand-daughter: Ayana Nelson; Mother in-law: Ruby Cozart of Clarkdale, MS; one son in-law: Mozelle Wallace. Homegoing Services will be held Thursday, April 29, 2021 at T.W. Parks Colonial Chapel at 11:00 a.m. with visitation commencing one-hour prior at 10:00 a.m. Elder Ralph White of Church of the Living God of Peoria will officiate. Interment is private.
Martha Nelson, 64, of Peoria passed away on April 20, 2021 at 8:23 p.m. at OSF St. Francis Medical Center. She was born on May 7, 1956 to Willie James and Savannah Price Fisher in Clarksdale, MS. They preceded her in death. Martha worked as... View Obituary & Service Information