Wayne Eugene Nelson Wayne Eugene Nelson, 69, went to be with the Lord peacefully on July 31, 2020, surrounded by his loved ones after a long illness. He was born March 13, 1951, to Hyrum Eugene and Evelyn Jo (Foster) Nelson. A memorial service will be held at a later date, please contact family for information. He was born in Safford and raised in Pima and Fort Thomas. His hobbies were hunting and fishing. He married Denise Marie Nelson in Myakka, Fla., on July 21, 2000. Wayne worked in law enforcement and became a Baptist minister at several churches. Wayne is survived by his loving wife, Denise; sons, Donald and Lucas; daughters, Bobbie, Tara and Francine; 13 grandchildren; his brother, Jerry (Sharolyn) Nelson of Show Low; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; children, Jerry, Sherry and Frances; brother, Danny; and grandson, Kyle. Silver Creek Mortuary & Crematory handled the arrangements.
