Marie Ethel Nelson 1996 Halifax Chronicle Herald Marie Ethel Nelson, 87, Farmington, died December 5, 1996, at home. Born in Farmington, she was a daughter of the late William and Annie (Hubley) Sperry. Surviving are daughter, Roxie Pauline Ernst, New Germany; son, Guy Ernst, Farmington; sisters, Kathleen Sperry, Farmington; Glennis Wentzell, West Northfield; Bessie Silver, Watford; brother, Douglas Sperry, Bridgewater; seven grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her first husband, Jamie Buzz Ernst; second husband, William George Nelson; sisters, Helen, Roxie; brother, Charlie. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, funeral 10:30 a.m. Saturday, both in New Germany Funeral Home, New Germany, Rev. Wayne Mitton officiating. Burial in Barss Corner Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations to SHAID Tree Animal Shelter or any charity.