David Allen Nelson, 51, of Catlettsburg, KY passed away June 23, 2026. He was born October 7, 1974 in Ashland, KY a son of Jennifer Nelson of Catlettsburg and the late Donald Hulett. David was a heavy equipment operator with River Metals Recycling. He married his wife of 30 years, Leeanna Nelson and together they raised two daughters, Summer Nelson and Josey (Isaiah) Caperton. David enjoyed shooting potato guns and listening to old time country music. He also enjoyed spending time with his family. David was an avid dog lover and enjoyed his eight dogs, Sadie, Tyson, Bandit, Dottie, Blue, Banjo, Brutus and Bitzy. In addition to his father, David was also preceded in death by his grandfather, John Nelson; grandmother, Mary Nelson and his step-dad, Steve Warnock. He is survived by his wife, Leeanna; his mother, Jennifer; daughters, Summer and Josey; and granddaughter, Eowyn Ward. A memorial gathering will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 25, 2026 at Rollins Funeral Home in Kenova, WV. There will be no funeral service. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rollinsfh.com.
Your family owned hometown funeral home serving the Ceredo-Kenova area since 1922.
Dear Jenny,
My heart breaks for you at this terrible time. I wish I knew what was the right thing to do or say. May your memories bring you comfort. Praying for you and your family.
Doug and Bonnie (Branham) Edwards
So sorry for your loss prayers for all
This breaks my heart David was such good person. Go rest High on that mountain David..I’m so sorry his family in my prayers
Very Sad So Sorry For Your Loss .
I’m so sorry for the loss of David. I knew him from Bingo & he was always nice to me & I thought a lot of him. Prayers to LEEANNA & His 2 Daughters. Plus his family & friends. He will be dearly missed. Again, I’m so very sorry for your family’s loss.