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Gerald Nelson Obituary
GERALD HOBERT NELSON, 85 years of age of Fairborn, Ohio passed away peacefully Friday July 26, 2024 at his home. He was the son of the late James Hobert and Bonnie Heslep Nelson and was born in Nuttallberg, Fayette County, West Virginia on May 12,1939. Gerald was a retired U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sergeant and a government contractor. He was an avid golfer and member of the Milton Club in Kettering and Moose Club in Beavercreek, OH.
He was also preceded in death by his wife Ellen Nelson, one daughter Diana Nelson and two sisters, Audrey Ross and Carol Bjork.
Surviving: Daughter Debora Sharp (John) Fairborn, Ohio; Son Steven Nelson (Malinda Buettner) Dayton, Ohio; Sister Linda Garrett, Bridgeport; Grandchildren, Holly and Heather; Great Grandchildren, which were the love of his life, Priya, Paxton and Parker, who is on the way.
Graveside services, with military honors, will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday August 3rd in the Fairview Cemetery at Nettie. The Waters Funeral Chapel in Summersville is in charge of the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the local Verterans organization.
Condolences: watersfuneralchapel.com
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Elizabeth Carlucci-Bailey
August 2, 2024
Deb, Sending healing prayers for you and your family. My heart is so sad to hear of your loss.
Jerry & Ellen Dancing at Our Home!
Mace Ishida
July 30, 2024
Jerry & Ellen were dear friends first embraced at the Hombre GC in the early 2000's. Many rounds of golf were played with the Nelson's in the Walker's Group; with Jerry in the Seniors Game; and at venues in Florida and Ohio. Jerry was an outstanding golfer and could play equally well left or right handed. We attended the Master's Tournament together. Many dinners (and bottles of fine wine) were shared together with the Nelson's and other friends at respective homes, local eateries, and at dim sum and Thai restaurants in Atlanta and Orlando. Jerry's ribs and creme brulee were the best! He helped me drive a new van from Portland, Oregon to Panama City Beach, which included stops at San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Antonio. His enunciation of thoughts, medical and technical terms, and recall of events was impeccable. Jerry served his country honorably and with distinction during a career in the U.S. Air Force. Deepest sympathy is extended to Debbie, John, and family; Steve; and Linda Garrett. Jerry, please rest in peace with Ellen!
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