Martha Nelson, 81, passed away at her home on June 18th. Martha was born in Albertville, Alabama. She was preceded in death by her parents Eldrid and Annie Lou Hunt, sister Nina Fay Trapp, and husband John Nelson. She is survived by her daughter Carol Garland (Wayne), grandchildren Cecilia, John, and Jennifer Garland, and great grandson Adriano Garland. She is also survived by her brother William Cecil Hunt, uncle Harold Hunt, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Martha attended Albertville High School, Snead Junior College, the University of Alabama, and Alabama A & M. She worked as a middle school counselor at Mt. Gap Middle School. She was also a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. After retiring, she volunteered at Huntsville Botanical Gardens, the public library, American Red Cross, Meals on Wheels, and through du Midi Women’s Club. She loved working in the gardens at Magnolia Trace and making flower arrangements for her neighbors to enjoy.
A private service will be held at Magnolia Trace on 6/26 in the morning, followed by a Celebration of Life in the family life building at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in Albertville, Alabama at 2:30 pm, with graveside burial to follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (cemetery committee) or the charity of your choice.
