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Mike Nelson Obituary
Mike Alan Nelson, age 53, a resident of Oliver Springs, passed away, Thursday, December 5, 2019 at his home.
Mr. Nelson was born December 8, 1965 in Chula Vista, CA. Mike and his wife, Bonnie, met in Maryland. They moved to Karns in 1995 and then to Oliver Springs in 2001 where they have continued to live. Mike was the president of the Tennessee Valley Golden Retriever Rescue.
Mike is preceded in death by his father, Dean Nelson.
He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Nelson; by his mother, Lorraine; by a brother, David Nelson and wife, Reva; by an uncle, Chuck Gregg; by cousins: Monique and Andreana Gregg; by a second cousin, Ella Sweat; by friends, John Chaligoj, Anne Copeland and other extended family members.
The family will receive friends, Saturday, December 14, 2019 from 10:30 am to 12 pm at Premier Sharp Funeral Home in Oliver Springs. A memorial service will be held at 12 noon.
In lieu of flowers the family is asking for donations to Tennessee Valley Golden Retriever Rescue as Mike would have wanted. Donations may be mailed to P.O. Box 32973, Knoxville, TN 37931 or through their website at www.TVGRR.com. His family will be notified of your remembrance and any thoughts you wish to share.
Premier Sharp Funeral Home is proudly serving the Nelson family and we invite you to share a message of condolence to the family at www.sharpfh.com
Memories and Condolences
for Mike Nelson
Marjie OConnor
December 10, 2019
I am deeply saddened to learn of Mikes passing. He was a man of enormous generosity who never met a golden retrieveror any doghe didnt like, at least as far as I know. He provided leadership for TVGRR even after he was ready to turn over the reins ... er, the leash.
I know that when he crossed the Rainbow Bridge, he was mobbed by innumerable grinning goldens and their wildly wagging tails. Mike touched so many lives, human and canine. He leaves a jagged, gaping hole among those who love him. I pray that they will all find comfort in the good work he did and peace in their memories of his sense of humor and kindness.
Karen Dypolt
December 10, 2019
Mike was always there when there was a need for rescue help. A supporter, a friend, and a very kind man. I will miss knowing he is out there. The crew from Dames for Danes thought the world of him.
I hope that all of the babies you have loved waited for you at the bridge and that today you are all playing, loving and laughing.
Kevin Montgomery
December 9, 2019
Mike...I will miss your wit, your quick smile, your sincerity when you spoke of your dogs and your big heart. I remember when I first met you almost three years ago and you told me you rescued dogs...my first thought was what a huge heart you have and how lucky the dogs were! Im going to miss you mike and the only comfort I have is knowing youre with the ones who youve saved and theyre with the one who saved them. RIP my friend.
SAL / NUNO CUELLAR
December 9, 2019
Mike, this is real hard for me because I will always remember going over to your grandmother and grandfather Nelson house in Chula Vista during the holiday's and at night playing hide and seek. I will always know you as Mickle-Pickle. I remember taking you to see Transformers when you were here in 1981 and your Rubics Cube. I will miss and I will love your forever. When you see your Dad you tell him HI for me.
Roxie Kincannon
December 8, 2019
I never got to meet Mike but because of his love for animals and his dedication to rescuing them, I was able to adopt two beautiful and wonderful girls that were rescued by Tennessee Valley Golden Retriever Rescue. I will be forever grateful.
Thanks to his work rescuing animals he brought joy to the lives of countless people and animals. There is a special place in Heaven for those who are kind to animals.
Thank you, Mike, for the many hours of fun and laughter two of your rescues, Molly Alice and Raney Bell, have given us.
Lorraine Nelson
December 7, 2019
Im at a loss for words my son, you left this earth way too soon. My only saving grace is you didnt suffer and your at peace. I know you crossed that rainbow bridge just like all the dogs you sent across it. Now no worries just play with the dogs and go fishing with your Dad! Just know I loved you with all my heart and Ill miss all your funny ways and your smile, and oh your bar-b-queuing on Sundays!
I love you son,
Mom
Claudia Covarrubio
December 7, 2019
Mike was one of the most sweetest cousin I could have known. Always a soft loving guy! You will be greatly missed. Love you big guy, George and Claudia. Gone way to soon!
william cole
December 7, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Debbie Sweat
December 7, 2019
We are so sorry for your loss of Mike. We will be praying for comfort and peace for you all.
Love,
Debbie and Glen.
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Dec
14
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10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sharp Funeral Home - Oliver Springs209 ROANE STREET, Oliver Springs, TN 37840
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14
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12:00 p.m.
Sharp Funeral Home - Oliver Springs209 ROANE STREET, Oliver Springs, TN 37840
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