With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Johnnie Lee Nelson, 67, of Kingstree, SC, husband of Linda Nelson, who passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at MUSC, Florence, SC.

Life Reflections

Johnnie Lee Nelson was born on January 15, 1958, in Greeleyville, South Carolina, to the late Carl and Virgina Nelson. He entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.

Johnnie attended C.E. Murray High School, where he was a member of the band and played the trombone. He graduated in 1976, then furthered his education at Morris College, in Sumter SC.

At an early age Johnnie joined St. Asia Missionary Baptist Church, where he served as a Trustee, choir member, and head of the male choir. Johnnie was employed as a Bus Driver for Lane Head Start, Mishoe Oil and Propane, then he later retired from Longland Plantation in Greeleyville, SC. Johnnie enjoyed watching football as he was a huge fan of the San Francisco 49ers. On April 15, 1994, Johnnie was united in Holy Matrimony to Linda Footman Nelson. Johnnie is preceded in death by his parents as well as one daughter, Alma Nelson.

Johnnie leaves to cherish his wonderful memories: his wife, Mrs. Linda F. Nelson; two biological sons, Johnny and Terrell Footman both of Kingstree, SC; four stepchildren, Jeanette Footman, Steven Footman, Angela Footman and James Footman all of Kingstree, SC; three grandchildren, Jayden Nelson, Jaylin Footman and A'Mora Footman; three brothers, Dr. Nathaniel (Patricia) Nelson of Greeleyville, SC, Carl Burgess of Greeleyville, SC and Anthony Nelson of Kingstree, SC; two sisters, Patricia Nelson-Smith of Kingstree, SC, Angela Burgess of Greeleyville, SC; two brothers-in law, Levone Footman of Salters, SC and Ronnie Footman of Greeleyville, SC; two sisters-in-law, Mattie Footman of Moncks Corner, SC and Lue Ella of Kingstree, SC; along with a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of Kingstree, SC 843-354-2292