Louis Harvey Nelson

Funeral services for Louis Harvey Nelson, 90, will be held on Monday, September 16, 2024, at 11:00 AM in the First Baptist Church West Chapel of Minden, Louisiana. A visitation will be held at 10:00 AM until the time of the service. Officiating the service will be Rev. Leland Crawford and Rev. Steve Gilley. Interment will follow at Garden of Memory in Minden under the direction of Rose Neath Funeral Home.

Harvey was born at home near Magnolia, Arkansas on February 2, 1934, to Louis and Alice Nelson. He passed away peacefully on September 10, 2024, at his home following a lengthy illness.

Following his graduation from Minden High School in 1952, Harvey proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He then began his career in the oil and gas industry. Thirty years were spent overseas, living in 15 foreign countries with his fondest memories being of Australia. He enjoyed sharing his experiences with friends and family. 

Harvey made a visit to Minden in 1993 where he met an old friend, Peggy Almond. They reconnected and were married on December 4, 1993. First Baptist Church became an important part of their life the next 28 years, until their health no longer allowed them to attend. Through the years, they were able to minister to many people.

Harvey was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife of 30 years, Peggy Almond Nelson. Also preceding him in death were his sisters, Sadie Holder, Geneva Beckham and Mary Lindsey.

Harvey is survived by his loving daughter, Patti Carter and husband Kevin of Bailey, Colorado. He is also survived by six nieces and one nephew, Carmen Larene Hornbuckle, Karen Tyler, Debbie Lindsey-Opel, Lenece Cavalier, Leslie Waters, Ernie Beckham, and Deanie Holder. Also surviving are a host a cousins and friends.

Honoring Harvey as pallbearers will be Tracy Campbell, Max Dyson, Steve Lee, Ty Pendergrass, Mike Reynolds, and Chris Thomas.

The family would like to express special thanks to Southern Ingenuity Services and Passages Hospice for their compassion and care during this time.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to First Baptist Church, Minden, Louisiana or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.