of Harrison, AR
March 22, 1929 - January 9, 2023
Nelda Young, age 94, of Harrison, Arkansas passed away on Monday, January 9, 2023. She was born March 22, 1928, to Walsie and Arthur Dodson in Cave Creek, Arkansas.
She attended school in Bellefonte, Arkansas. She married Orvin ''Pete'' Young on March 23, 1946. She attended Northside Church of Christ in Harrison. Nelda worked as a florist at Gwen's Flowers, Kississimee Florists, Daisy Flower Shop, and Sisters Flower Shop.
Nelda was preceded in death by her husband, Pete Young; her daughters, Leisa Rothstein and Kelly Creel; her brothers, Earl ''Doc'' Dodson, A.J. Dodson, Liburn ''Dil'' Dodson, Ben Dodson, Charles Lewis Dodson, and David Dodson; her sister, Betty Nash; and her granddaughter, Stephanie Rothstein.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Jerry and Marina Young; her daughter, Barbara Southerland; her sister and brother-in-law, Sue and Webb Newton; and her brother and sister-in-law, Joe and Izella Dodson. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Karissa Cobb, Heath Creel, and Josh Creel, and her great-grandchildren, Stephanie Cobb, and Taylor Cobb.
Visitation was Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home. The funeral service immediately followed with Steve Powers officiating.
The interment was in Maplewood Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Ronnie Young, Tim Creel, Richard Rothstein, Tommy Dodson, Webb ''Bugs'' Newton III, Mark Newton, and Tim Moore.
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13 Condolence(s)
Melissa Lowery Neeley
Monday, January 16, 2023
Sending thoughts and prayers for her family and friends. To make it to 94 yrs is a very big blessing. She was a very sweet lady and I knew her sister a little bit more because my mom worked at one time with Ms Betty Nash. And my sister worked with Nelda at Daisy Flower shop. I ask God to wrap his sweet arms around each family member and friend and give them peace and comfort knowing that Ms. Nelda is now in the Lords arms and is free from pain and sorrow.
God bless,
Sincerely yours,
Melissa Lowery Neeley
Jan Walker
Sunday, January 15, 2023
What a lovely woman. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Deen Wilson
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Sending our love, Barbara and Jerry. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With love, Deen, Martin, Bandit, Smokie, and Sally.
Leanna McCutchen
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Barbara and Family,
I’m so sorry to just now be reading about your sweet mama’s passing. I’ll always remember her smile, her laugh, and her caring personality. She was genuine and so easy to love. God Bless you and all the family with His Grace as you let go one your precious mama.
Tim Creel
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
She was always a kind and loving person. She is at peace and enjoying seeing so many loved ones!
Jessie Hancock
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Jerry and family, I'm so sorry for your 'earthly loss'. Ms. Nelda was a loving, caring person who shared her love of life with all who were around her. I will always remember her warm, inviting smile! My prayer will be for comfort and peace during this time.
Lila Nettell
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Prayers for the family, Nelda was a beautiful soul.
Jeannie Phillips Maples
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
My prayers are with your family. Nelda was a sweetheart! My mom, Imogene Phillips, worked with Nelda and dearly loved her. They are rejoicing together in Heaven now.
Jeanne Colglazier
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Barb, I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed all the pictures of your visits with your Mom. She always seemed so happy and joyful. I know your heart aches.
Love ya!
Jeanne Colglazier
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Barb, I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed all the pictures of your visits with your Mom. She always seemed so happy and joyful. I know your heart aches.
Love ya!
Nancy purdin
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Love you Aunt Nelda. Say hi to Uncle Pete and my mom and dad.
Richard Rothstein
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
My Sweet Mother-in-law Nelda, you are in heaven with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ now. We love you and you'll always be in our hearts and memories.
Love, Richard
Charlotte Dunnigan and Janet Heard and Claude Ralls
Monday, January 9, 2023
Mrs. Nelda, heaven gained another angel. You will be sadly missed but know we will see each other again. Rest in peace! We love you