Nelson L. Huffman

September 27, 1928 - July 13, 2020

Nelson L. Huffman, 91, of McClure, Illinois died Monday, July 13, 2020 at his home. He was born September 27, 1928 in Bollinger County, Missouri to Chalmer and Opal Jauch Huffman. He and Melba Null were married June 8, 1956 at Arbor, Missouri. He served in the United States Army. He loved to spend time with his kids, grand kids, and great-grand kids. He was an ordained Deacon and was a fine Christian man. He taught Sunday school for many years. He loved to fish and work in the garden. He was a member of First General Baptist Church of Cape Girardeau. Survivors include his wife, Melba Huffman of McClure, Illinois; two daughters, Carol (James) Tabor of McClure, Illinois and Mary (Steve) Burchyett of Taylorsville, Kentucky; a son, Stephen (Daphene) Huffman of Thebes, Illinois; a sister, Carolyn Woodfin of Marble Hill, Missouri; and seven grandchildren, Danielle (Jamie) Shepard, Sarah (Matt) Cowan, Chris Smiddy, Jonathan (Sheila) Huffman, Joshua (Erica) Huffman, Joel (Kelsey) Huffman and Jonah Huffman; Eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Melvin Huffman, and one sister, Evelyn Huffman. Visitation will be Wednesday, July 15, 2020 from 4:00-8:00 pm at Ford and Sons Mount Auburn Chapel. Service will be Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 10:00 am with the Rev. Jim Null officiating with full military rites. Burial will be at Lindsey Cemetery in McClure. Memorial contributions may be given to American Cancer Society, 4207 Lindell Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63108 or The Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences may be made at www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com. Ford & Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.