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Dean Marshall NELSON

1942 - 2014

BORN

1942

DIED

2014

Dean NELSON Obituary

April 29, 1942 – January 14, 2014 Beloved mate, father and grandfather, Dean Marshall Nelson passed away suddenly on January 14, 2014. He's survived by devoted life partner Deborah Taylor, his loving daughter Michelle Popel, son Mark Nelson (Katrin), grandchildren Preston Anderson and Lauren Popel, favorite cousin Jon Lyman and many loving friends. Dean grew up in the Midway area of St. Paul, MN, and enjoyed spending time at the family cabin in Wisconsin, especially with his grandparents Arthur and Emma Lyman. Dean and his first mate, Deborah lived their dream sailing the Caribbean for many years. A fantastic storyteller, Dean was truly fun to be around—he loved all people and living creatures and they in turn loved him. He will be missed by family and friends. Dean was preceded in death by his parents Harold and Violet Nelson. Details of a Celebration of Life for Dean and interment to follow.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Feb. 2, 2014.

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18 Entries

A Beautiful Couple, A Wonderful night and An Awesome Cousin!

Jon Lyman

April 9, 2014

Dick Beckstrom

March 6, 2014

Dean we hadn't seen you since high school. It sounded like you had a very wonderful life and an interesting one. Sorry to read of your passing. We read of your passing in the Wilson High death notices. Dick and Sharon (Lofquist) Beckstrom

Norman & Denise Jean

March 4, 2014

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Rhonda Marshall

February 28, 2014

Debbie,
I am truly sorry for your loss. You and Skip had a beautiful life together - one that the rest of us can only dream of. A relationship that lasted as long as yours is very rare and special. I hope it brings your heart comfort in knowing that you are the one special person he chose to live his beautiful life with. You have my deepest and most sincere sympathy.

Dean enjoying the day by NY Bar, Bequia

Deborah Taylor

February 25, 2014

February 17, 2014

Dean, you where a legend at the NEW York bAR. We loved your stories. You will be greatly missed.Ricardo&Mabel

Patricia Healey

February 12, 2014

Dean you always impressed me as an honest man,who lived with integrity, valued people over things and was always ready with your quick wit and an enchanting story about almost any topic . We will all miss seeing your face at New York Bar at 3:30 every day, sharing a laugh and then a "good night" as you strolled toward your dingy....Good Night and may you be blessed

A TERRIFIC Cousin, Dean (Skip) in December 2012.

Jon (Lefty) Lyman

February 7, 2014

George s/y The Vagrant

February 7, 2014

Dean was my oldest friend in the Caribbean. I first met him in the mid '90s In Grenada. Our paths crossed many times over the years at anchorages and beach bars around the Caribbean. Dean was the consummate story teller. He had an entertaining story for every occasion relating his experiences with the people he met in this travels. For the last few years Dean made Bequia his home port where he was known as the "Mayor of Bequia" for his vast local knowledge and affinity with the people. Dean will be sorely missed and his passing leaves vast hole in the sailing community.

Jon Lyman

February 6, 2014

My Dear Cousin Skip-
Only GOD knows the loss that I am feeling right now and will forever. YOU were my Friend, YOU were my favorite Story Teller and YOU were my Family Historian. You always showed me fun times. You were such a great support to me and helped me thru Pat's passing. I love you for ALL the good times we shared together, especially those at Little Blake Lake. REST IN PEACE now Skip and I'll see you again one day. Your cuz, Lefty

Tina Ashley

February 5, 2014

Dean will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He was a loving and devoted partner to Deborah, a friend to all and a story teller of the highest order. Rest in peace.

Sarina Baptiste

February 5, 2014

R.I.P Dean. You will be loved and missed by many. Always enjoyed hearing your stories in New York Bar and your famous chilli recipe will live on in my house xxx

February 5, 2014

It's strange being in Bequia and not seeing Dean everyday. He was a part of my daily routine, we would share a drink or two in the harbour and he would entertain us with stories of his experiences during his life, before he would bid us all goodnight and take a dinghy ride back to 'Spray' So goodnight and godbless Dean xxx - Dee

Rick and Carol Arend

February 4, 2014

Dean was just the best with his great humor and wittiness! We will miss him so much!!! He was truly unique and one of a kind!! We will miss our buddy! Rick and Carol

February 4, 2014

A long time friend has past away. He will be missed dearly by loved ones, family and friends. John & Mary Bakken [email protected]

Skip showing the next generation how to sail

Ken Wedding

February 3, 2014

Those of us who were neighbors at the lake are really going to miss Skip, his stories, his smiles, his knowledge, his help, and the ribs he cooked. It's hard to imagine what it's going to be like without him this coming spring.

Deborah Taylor

February 2, 2014

Rest in Peace my dearest--I will miss you everyday of my life!