Cara Ann Nelson
December 20, 2013
Cara Ann Nelson, 34, was born September 30, 1979, in Des Moines, the daughter of Randy and Lauri Nelson. She passed away December 20, 2013, in Des Moines.
Cara graduated from Southeast Polk High School and received an AA in Criminal Justice at Hamilton Business College. She was employed at Cleaning Connection and enjoyed cleaning very much. Cara also enjoyed the time she was able to spend with her family and friends.
Cara is survived by her parents, Randy and Lauri Nelson; children, Hailey Jane and Draven Michael; brother, Cody (Lacey) Nelson; and maternal grandparents, Bob (Beverly) Merkle. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, and a host of family and friends
Cara is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Wayne and Geri Nelson.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 28, 2013 at Runnells Christian Church, 309 Brown Street, Runnells. The family will greet friends one hour prior to service at the church.
Memorial contributions may be directed to family for her children in loving memory of Cara.
Condolences for the family may be offered online at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Teresa Furneaux
12/24/2013
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers to your entire family.
Kelly Merfeld
12/24/2013
RIP Cara. Thoughts & prayers to loved ones, especially your children. They have an extra special angel this Christmas.
Jennifer Putney
12/23/2013
There are no words I could say to the children and mother of Cara that would help alleviate their pain. Just know that I am praying for your entire family at this tragic time.
God Bless you all.
Jennie Geery
12/23/2013
Cara was special to us all. She will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family. -- The Geery Family
Rebecca Hart
12/23/2013
So very sorry to hear of Cara's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her children and extended family. She was a bright light and will be missed.
Karen Brewer
12/23/2013
Cara will be deeply missed. Our condolences, prayers and thoughts are with her family and friends. --
The Brewer Family