Viola Nelson

Viola Eugenia Brown Nelson, born on January 8, 1937, to Roseline Miller Draper and Francis Brown in Sinoe County Liberia, peacefully passed away on December 25, 2023, at the age of 86 in Atlanta, Georgia. Her journey began at St. Joseph Catholic School, where she graduated in 1955. Later in life, Viola found enduring love with Peter Nelson, and on August 1, 1967, they joined in matrimony. Known for her warm heart and kind spirit, Viola's professional life as a midwife brought her immense joy as she lovingly delivered several babies. Her multifaceted life included roles as a religious teacher, philanthropist, and the owner of EL Shaddai Ministries. Joining the Assembly of God – Liberia on January 1, 1980, she remained a steadfast member, a testament to her unwavering faith. Volunteering as a Sunday S.C.L.T. teacher, Viola also found solace in singing, reading, and leisurely walks. She will be remembered as a patient teacher, loving mother, and virtuous wife. Viola leaves behind a legacy survived by her sisters, Amelia Brown and Juanita Draper Jarry; her 11 children – William, Francis, Marqretha, George, Peterlyn, Stephen, Karmuh, Aarolyn, Quaye, Jujay, and Tommy; her 28 grandchildren, 8 great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends. In the arms of eternal peace, Viola will be reunited with her beloved husband, Peter Nelson, as well as her father, Francis Brown; mother, Roseline Miller Draper; sisters, Julia Brown Williams, Adela Brown Flahnma, Willimetta Draper; and brothers, George, James, Stephen, and George A – Brown. Please join us as we celebrate the beautiful live of Viola Nelson. Visitation will be held on Friday January 12, 2024, from 6pm – 8pm. The funeral service will be held at International Christian Fellowship at 12pm.