Lee Nelson "Nellie" Pearsall

Lee Nelson “Nellie” Pearsall, age 54, a McMinnville, TN resident and Warren County, TN native was born December 21, 1966 and died September 7, 2021 at Ascension St. Thomas River Park Hospital following a sudden illness. He was a self-employed contractor, and the son of Charlotte Ann Pearsall of McMinnville, TN and the late James Howard Pearsall. In addition to his mother, he is survived by brother, Kerry (Sherry) Pearsall; sister, Lori Pearsall (Jonathan Kell); special companion, Lucrecia Ernest and children, Ryland and Peyton Ernest; nephew, Alex (Nikki) Rowland; nieces, Jenny (Regan) Kelsey and Kylie Rowland all of McMinnville, TN; great-nieces, Peyton (Bryan) Bartlett of Manchester, TN and Maggie James Rowland; great-nephew, Walker Kelsey of McMinnville, TN; and great-great-nephew, Briar Bartlett. Many cousins, family, and close friends also survive. Nelly was a loving son, brother, uncle, and a friend to many. He never had children of his own, but he loved them all. Graveside service and interment will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 10, 2021 at Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Warren County with Jon Simmons officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at High's. The family request that everyone wear mask and practice social distancing. Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.com High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.