Jimmy Ray Nelson, 62, of Newton, MS, died Sunday, September 30, 2012 at his residence in Newton, MS. Funeral services will be 2 PM, on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at Newton County Funeral Home South Chapel in Newton, MS with Bro. George Hall officiating. Burial will follow in Ebenezer Cemetery . Visitation will be Monday, October 1, from 5 PM - 8 PM at the funeral home. Newton County Funeral Home South, 100 Old Highway 15 Loop, Newton, MS is in charge of arrangements 601-683-2152.

Mr. Nelson is survived by his wife: Patty Nelson, Newton, MS; Son: J. Cole Nelson, Houston, TX Granddaughter: Hayden Rae Nelson, Houston, TX; 1 Sister: Libbi Nelson, Brandon, MS; 3 Brothers:Gene Nelson & wife Teddy, Lawrence, MS; Johnny Nelson & wife Jenny, Brandon, MS; Randy Nelson, Lawrence, MS.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Ellis Ray Nelson & Clara Sims Nelson

Pallbearers were Todd Campbell, Justin McKinnion, Jordan Nelson, Joseph Nelson, John Nelson, & Eloy Madrigal