Julia W. (Williams) Nelson

In Loving Memory

Of the Late

Mrs. Julia Williams Nelson

May 21, 1984 – January 29, 2025

Cherished educator - Devoted spouse - Loving mother - Steadfast believer in God

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Julia W.

Nelson. She departed this earth on Wednesday January 29, 2025, to rest in the arms of her Savior. She was a cherished educator, devoted spouse, loving

mother, and steadfast believer in God. Julia went through the Screven

County School System, where she was a 2002 graduate who lettered in the

band. She loved being a part of the band and was excited that she shared that

love with her daughter. After high school, she then went on to Georgia

Southern University where she graduated with honors with both a

Bachelor’s and master’s degree. Julia began teaching at Screven County Elementary School in 2007, where she was nominated teacher of the year

early on in her career for two years in a row, was selected for a hero award

during COVID-19, and was named an instructional star in the 2023-24

school year. Julia dedicated 18 years to inspiring and shaping the minds of

countless students at Screven County Elementary School, leaving an

indelible mark on her community and the hearts of all who knew her. Julia

joined Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church and served as a Sunday

school teacher for a while. More recently, she had been fellowshipping with

Greater Bethel AME church frequently, where all three of her children

decided to follow Jesus and be baptized. Julia also felt led to lead a non-

profit organization called One Community Under God that held projects a

few times a year to assist Screven County youth in need.

**Personal Life and Family**

Julia was a loving wife to Jamel Nelson and a proud mother to Janelle

Nelson, Julian Nelson, and Jalen Nelson She is survived by her adoring

parents, Ollie and Melvin Williams, her parents in love, Calvin Casket Bearers

Rambo, Man, Josh, Jamall, Shadon Herbert, Tim

Repast & Fellowship

Uncle Jerry’s

In and Leola

Nelson, her mother-in-love Shirley Nelson (who transitioned before her), her siblings Leonard Burgest (Angela), Timothy Lewis (Tracy), Whitney Wright (Clint), Crystal Griffin (Wayne), siblings in love

Antronita Kemp, Herbert Jackson, CJ Nelson, BJ, and Tanya Cosey. She

leaves a host of aunts and uncles including an uncle more like a father,

Jerry Williams, nieces and nephews (even grown-ups older than she called

her auntie Julia ��), cousins, friends, and her beloved students.

**Professional Legacy**

For nearly two decades, Julia dedicated her life to teaching, where her

passion for education and commitment to her students shone brightly. Her

colleagues and students remember her not only for her exceptional

teaching skills but also for her unwavering faith, kindness, and ability to

inspire and uplift others.

**Faith and Beliefs**

A woman of strong religious conviction, Julia found solace and strength in

her deep belief in God. Her faith guided her through life’s challenges and

was a source of inspiration for everyone around her.  Friends, family, and all whose lives were touched by her will gather to honor her memory, share stories, and find comfort in each other’s company.

**Final Thoughts**

Julia’s legacy as an educator, a devoted family member, and a person of

deep faith will forever remain in our hearts. However, she is no longer with

us, her spirit and the values she lived by will continue to inspire all who had

the privilege of knowing her.

May she rest in eternal peace.

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