Mr. William Larry Nelms age 73 of Thomaston Ga, died Thursday August 17, 2023 at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Nelms was born on July 8, 1950 in Griffin Ga, to the late Donald Raymond Ryder Sr., and the late Edna Ruth Brannon Ryder. He worked as a drafter for many years. Mr. Nelms loved to travel especially taking cruises.

Survivors include his wife Mrs. Sandy King Nelms of Thomaston Ga, daughter Mrs. Bethany (Dorian) Bergen of Thomaston Ga, sons Mr. William E. Nelms of Milner Ga, Mr. Vincent (Amanda) Nelms of Newnan Ga, Mr. Creighton Nelms of Griffin Ga, brother Mr. Donald Raymond (Robin) Ryder Jr., of Milner Ga, sister Mrs. Judy Harren of Washington State, 5 grandchildren.

Memorial Services will be held on Sunday August 20, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Coggins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at Coggins Funeral Home on Sunday August 20, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.