of Marion, AR
December 20, 1972 - February 24, 2026
Patricia Ann ''Tricia'' Nelson, age 53, passed away on February 24, 2026. She was born December 20, 1972, in Memphis, Tennessee.
Tricia was a graduate of Rivercrest High School. Following high school, she became a resident of the Booneville Human Development Center in Booneville, Arkansas, where she thrived for many years. There, she formed lasting friendships, participated in community activities, and took great pride in the various jobs she held. In recent years, she resided at Willowbend Nursing Home, where her warm spirit and joyful presence touched the lives of residents and staff alike. Tricia had a special gift for connecting with others and will be remembered for the happiness she brought to everyone who knew her.
Tricia is survived by her sister, Morgan (Kevin) Johns; her stepfather, Harrison Hood; her beloved nieces, Julia, Emily, and Stevie Johns; her uncle, James (Nancy) Moore; her uncle, John (Catherine) Nelson; and her cousins Ashley (Brandon) Jeter, Allison (Paul) Wilson, Shelby (Jeremy) Slemmons, Shelby (Tyler) Ward, Wynn Wilson, Mary Benton Wilson, Hollis Wilson, Kinley Jeter, Hadley Jeter, and many other extended family members who loved her dearly.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Leila Hood; her father, Steve Nelson; her brother, Neil Nelson; her grandparents, Benton and Pat Moore; and her grandmother, Ruth Nelson Bond.
Tricia passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Methodist University Hospital.
Her life was a testament to the power of love, resilience, and simple joys. She will be deeply missed and forever cherished in the hearts of her family, friends, and all whose lives she touched.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to EastArk Enterprises to help them continue their work with special needs adults in the community. EastArk Enterprises, 401 S Woods, West Memphis, AR 72301
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 18707351000.
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8 Condolence(s)
Liz Rainwater
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Trish was always smiling and always had kind words! I'm blessed to have known her!
Liz RH20
Marla Bradford Slaughter
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Lots of great memories of Tricia when I was with Nancy, Boobie and Mrs Moore. Prayers for comfort for this special family I love so much.
Ann Clemmer
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
I always enjoyed being around Tricia many years ago. My prayers go with Morgan and the rest of her family. Reunited now with her precious mother and grandparents.
carla hicks
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
This hurts my heart I use to babysit Trish when she was little so Leila and Gail Kelly could go do something. My favorite memory of Trish is one time she didn't want to eat her food and decided I should wear the alphabet soup she didn't want to eat. She was Leila's heart and will be so missed but now she is back with her momma in heaven. My prayers are with all the Hood family and the Moores.
Carol Rogers
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
My prayers are with all of her family and friends 🙏
Connie Hodge
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
I'm so sorry for your loss. tTricua was such a sweet blessing
Cynthia Tarantino Hanna
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
I am so sorry to hear of Tricia's passing. She was a beautiful , sweet soul!
Laura Smith
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
I am so sorry for your loss. Many thoughts and prayers for the family during this time and days to come. Tricia was a blessing to everyone who knew her.