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Michael Nelson Obituary

Michael J. Nelson Battle Creek Michael J. Nelson, age 63, died Friday, October 29, 2010, in Battle Creek. Michael was born on January 3, 1947, in Waverly, Iowa, the son of Melvin C. and Marian L. (Geiger) Nelson. He had been an area resident since 1964. He was a graduate of Janesville High School in Iowa where he was an all state athlete in football and basketball. He worked as a chef at the Riverside Country Club. He enjoyed fishing. Surviving are his children, Billy, Micheline, James, Brian, Sean, Amy, Michael Jr., Joy and Luella; mother, Marian L. Grimes; brother, Steve Nelson of Peoria, IL; and a sister, Diane Courbat of Merriam, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his father. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 3, 2010, at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home. Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Oct. 31, 2010.

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Michael Nelson

October 25, 2023

Father, I am happy.

Sergio Smith

November 5, 2010

Time is so precious, but memories last forever. My thoughts and prayers are with the nelson family.

sean nelson

November 5, 2010

the best gift you can ever give someone is the gift of life.. thanks dad for giving me life, and also my siblings which will carry on your legacy.. may you rest in peace

Jimmy Nelson

November 4, 2010

For some moments in life there are no words.

brian nelson

November 3, 2010

I send my love and prayers to our Nelson family. lets all recall memories of our dad and keep him alive in our hearts...

Meriam (Mimi) Nelson

November 3, 2010

See you in the morning Michael...

Missi (Micheline) Nelson

November 2, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to all my brothers and sisters and family in this time of sadness. I wish you all peace and comfort. Some have more memories than others. Cherish the good ones that you do have. Love to all..

Teresa Shafe

November 2, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Michael. Big hugs to all of the children. God Bless you all!!!

Jamie Mizzell

November 2, 2010

To my precious Joy and her wonderful sisters and brothers, know that our prayers are with you during this time. May the Grace of God shine down on you at this time and give you peace and comfort. Love you.

Mika Matthews

November 2, 2010

We will keep you in our hearts and prayers. May your warm memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.
-Michael, Sheila, Nakia, and Mika Matthews

November 1, 2010

Good night dad. I'm doing fine in China.

Michael Nelson

November 1, 2010

Good night dad. I'm doing fine in China.

amichael nelson

November 1, 2010

Fathers hold their children's hands for
just a little while...
And their hearts forever.

Alma Cuykendall

October 31, 2010

Alma Cabanas Nelson Cuykendall

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