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In loving memory

Visitation:

Thursday, August 3, 2023 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Mullican Little Funeral Home 754 State Hwy 56 E. Bells, Texas 75414

Funeral Service:

Friday, August 4, 2023 at 10:00 AM at Mullican Little Funeral Home

Interment:

Carson Cemetery Ector, Texas

 

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Julia Beth Nelms

Julia Beth Nelms

February 16, 1938 - August 1, 2023

On August 1, 2023, Julia Beth Nelms, 85, of Ector, Texas, went peacefully home to be with the Lord. She was surrounded by her loved ones and her hand was held until the very end. Julie was born on February 16, 1938 to Urban and Virginia (Dulaney) Leonard of Bonham.

Julie married Charles Bellows of Ector on November 10, 1956. They had 25 beautiful years together. As an only child, Julie had dreamed of having a big family. Luckily, she married into a large and boisterous one and went on to have three amazing children. Charles passed away in 1980 leaving behind a beautiful legacy.

On February 11, 1983, Julie married Don Nelms of Ector. She gained two daughters in her marriage to Don. Together, they shared 40 years of raising their 5 children, Glen, Terri, Tommy, Diana and Danita. Julie was incredibly blessed to have 13 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and one great great grandson.

She was known as Meme to most people. She was spunky, fun and strong. When you stopped by her house, she would always offer a glass of lemonade and a fried bologna sandwich. Her heart was so big and she shared it with everyone, her love had no limits.

Julie was preceded in death by her son, Glen Bellows; her late husband, Charles Bellows; along with her parents Urban and Virginia Leonard.

The family that she will meet again one day are her husband, Don Nelms; her children, Terri Sanford and husband Larry of Ector, Tommy Bellows and wife Vicki of Ector, Diana Russell and husband Brad of Weatherford, and Danita Williams of Savoy; grandchildren, Daniel Godwin and wife Shelly of McKinney, Derrick Hughes of Ector, Jennifer Green and husband Jeff of Edhube, Audrie Dollins and husband Jason of Pilot Point, Colt Bellows and wife April of Ector, Charlie Bellows and wife Rae of Powhatan, Virginia, Chris Hughes and wife Tandee of Pottsboro, Lauren Dickson and husband Chris of Honey Grove, Andy Sanford of Bonham, Ryder Caplinger and wife Destiny of Mineola, Justin Russell of Mansfield, MyKayla Laws and husband Tanner of Oklahoma City, and Callie Willams of Savoy; great grandchildren, Addy and Colby Godwin, Emma and Charlee Hughes, Annabelle and Henry Green, Presley and Scarlett Dollins, Hadley and Reed Bellows, Braden, Nolan, Norah Bellows, Brylee and Layton Hughes, Levi and Wade Dickson, Kyler and Rylie Jo Caplinger; along with great great grandson, Anthony; She is also survived by a cousin Charles West and wife Carolina of Bonham.

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  1. Mickey & Sheran Sweetin
    Mickey & Sheran Sweetin on August 2, 2023 at 4:21 PM

    Now wrapped in the loving arms of our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. Never saw you without a smile on your face. You enjoyed life to the fullest. We love & miss you already.

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  2. Connie Hughes
    Connie Hughes on August 2, 2023 at 9:52 PM

    Don, Diana and Danita, My thoughts and prayers are with you . I’m so sorry for your loss.

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  3. Jennifer Snow Aguirre
    Jennifer Snow Aguirre on August 3, 2023 at 8:27 AM

    Danita,
    I am very sorry to hear about Julie’s passing.
    You and all of your family are in my prayers. Much love and many blessings to all of you.

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  4. Ricky and Iris Nichols
    Ricky and Iris Nichols on August 3, 2023 at 10:26 AM

    Our prayers are with Don and the family.

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  5. SALETA NORTHCUTT
    SALETA NORTHCUTT on August 3, 2023 at 12:12 PM

    My prayers are with the family. I love Julie so much she was so kind to me and everyone always happy and smiling . Terry, Tommy love you guys so much.C

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  6. Rodney and Terri (Bond) Gibson
    Rodney and Terri (Bond) Gibson on August 3, 2023 at 12:51 PM

    Don and family, We are so very sorry to learn of Julie’s passing. She was a precious lady and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Praying that God will provide peace and comfort, now and in the days ahead. Our heartfelt sympathy to you. John 14:1-4

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  7. Jolene Baker
    Jolene Baker on August 3, 2023 at 2:04 PM

    The world has lost a wonderful, beautiful lady! She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. She was always smiling and you could not help but smile back. So very sorry for your loss.

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  8. Diann Baker Lodwick
    Diann Baker Lodwick on August 3, 2023 at 4:32 PM

    One of Ectors sweetest ladies always had that gleam in her eyes and smile on her face . I know you all will miss here

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  9. Alicia Lewis
    Alicia Lewis on August 3, 2023 at 5:31 PM

    I’m so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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  10. Bobbie & Billy Lightfoot
    Bobbie & Billy Lightfoot on August 3, 2023 at 7:07 PM

    May God bless and comfort family, loved ones & friends during this time of grief. Julie was a sweet friend, always smiling with happiness while enjoying fun & laughter during our high school years. Condolences & Prayers,
    Bobbie & Billy Lightfoot

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  11. Sherry Howard
    Sherry Howard on August 3, 2023 at 9:29 PM

    Sweet Julie! She and I carpooled together in the late 1960’s to work at TI in Sherman. We had so many laughs on our road trips to work and back home. May God bring comfort to her family during this time. ❤️❤️

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  12. Tina Cashion
    Tina Cashion on August 4, 2023 at 8:41 AM

    Terri, Tommy & Family,
    Our sincerest condolences for your loss. Julie was a sweet, kind soul with a sparkling smile and personality.
    She was like a sister to Charlene and Allene Floyd growing up, a part of the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
    Charlene Miller & Tina Cashion

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  13. Sue Orr
    Sue Orr on August 4, 2023 at 9:12 AM

    Don, I just heard about Julie. I am sorry for your earthly loss. God will give yo the comfort and peace you need to go on without Julie here with you.

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  14. Ruth Eleby
    Ruth Eleby on August 4, 2023 at 9:19 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss, praying strength for Julia Beth Nelms family. She was a wonderful lady. I worked with her at Texas Instrument.

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  15. Amber, Joe, Alyssa & Logan Fite
    Amber, Joe, Alyssa & Logan Fite on August 4, 2023 at 10:22 PM

    She was a spunky lady and loved by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her! She will be greatly missed. Prayers, hugs and our thoughts are with you all. ❤️

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  16. Mary Murphy
    Mary Murphy on August 6, 2023 at 6:44 PM

    I just read I’d Julie’s passing. She was a wonderful lady and l always enjoyed visiting with her. May God give you peace and comfort.

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  17. Jeanette Walker
    Jeanette Walker on August 8, 2023 at 8:33 PM

    Worked with Julia at TI until she retired, sweet person.

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  18. Pam Phillips
    Pam Phillips on August 11, 2023 at 10:45 AM

    Don and family, Just wanted to tell you, Yoursweet wife and mothert taught my husband Don Phillips to dance when they were teens. He always. Loved her and talked about her.Hepassed away in in May, so many they are in Heaven. Dancing away. Sending prayers for all the family. PamWare Phillips

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  19. Rose Luck
    Rose Luck on August 14, 2023 at 12:43 PM

    I worked with Julie at TI but I also knew her in my personal life! Julie helped me more than anyone will ever know! She was one of the sweetest women you will know! Everyone who had her in their life was truly blessed! I love you Julie and may you RIP in the Lord’s loving arms! You will be missed my friend!

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