Teresa Diane Nelson

Teresa Diane Nelson of Columbia, TN was born on June 12, 1962, and went to meet Jesus at the age of 63 on September 11, 2025. Teresa was proceeded in death by her father James E. Nelson and by her mother Geraldine W. Nelson. She is survived by her brother James Daniel Nelson and wife Becky Nelson of Coppell, Texas, her sister, Connie Louise Thomas and husband David L. W. Thomas of Old Hickory, Tennessee along with her nieces and nephews: Patrick Nelson, Nina Nelson Boshers, Clarissa Thomas Childress, Paige Thomas Burr and Lorne Thomas and 11 great nieces and nephews.

Teresa was a special girl; she may never have spoken words but could let you know what she wanted with her eyes and a contagious smile. If you ever knew Teresa, you would understand that she could win your heart by just spending a little time with her. Teresa was well loved by family and many caregivers because she required 24-hour care. Although we will miss Teresa dearly, we are rejoicing that she is in the arms of Jesus now with no more disabilities or special needs and look forward to when we meet again.

Our family would like to say Thank You to all the many caregivers that helped care for Teresa over the years. Thank You to Progressive Directions, INC for your involvement in Teresa's daily life and care around the clock.

Arrangements:

Visitation and Celebration of Life will be held at Williams Funeral Home 2517 Trotwood Ave, Columbia, TN

Visitation September 19, 2025, 12:00pm till 1:00pm

Celebration of Life Service will be 1:00pm September 19, 2025

Family Burial will follow at Polk Memorial Gardens

The Pallbearers will be family members: Dan Nelson, David Thomas, Lorne Thomas, Dave Burr, Zach Childress and Matt Boshers

In Lieu of Flowers, Donations can be made to Progressive Directions Inc., You can go to their website (https://progressivedirections.org/donate-to-progressive-directions-inc) to see the ways you can donate. This is the agency that has provided services for Teresa over the years with her everyday life and 24-hour care. They serve the Middle Tennessee area for adults with special needs.

Williams Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences can be given to the family at williamsfh.com.