of Benton, AR

November 4, 1954 - July 18, 2024

Janet Ann Nelson, 69, Little Rock, AR went peacefully to be with the Lord in her sleep on July 18, 2024. Janet was born on November 4, 1954 in Muskegon, Michigan to Theodore and Jean VanderVelde. Janet was known for her strong faith, her family and her compassion for helping others. Janet's pride and joy were her grandchildren, who knew her as ''Nama'', the queen of rice crispy treats, brownies, bubbles and shenanigans. Janet was an advocate and supporter for people living with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. She also served those without permanent housing through Interfaith Hospitality Network and Jericho Way.
Janet was brilliant, beautiful and extremely talented. She was a hard worker and she fought to the very end. Many will remember her for her kindness and generous spirit. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Janet is survived by her children and grandchildren; Mary Ibis (Ismail) Dawson and Eren; Sarah Burns (Michael) Elizabeth and Emily and John Olsen (Sarah) and Clayton. She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Greg VanderVelde,
A service to celebrate her life will be held at the Second Presbyterian Church in Little Rock on Thursday, August 1st at 10:00 AM. The service will be available via live stream on the church's website, www.secondpreslr.org.
In lieu of flowers, we welcome memorial gifts to Alzheimer's Arkansans or a charitable organization of your choosing.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home
6700 Alcoa Road
Benton, AR  72019
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com