David Henry Nelson, Sr., 97, passed away on April 9, 2014 in Evanston, IL at Westminster Place surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Mary Ann Whitley Nelson, daughter, Marti (George) Lannert, Evanston, IL, sons, Hank (Nan) Nelson, Topeka, KS and Sam (Karen) Nelson, Colorado Springs, CO. He was preceded in death by a son, Joseph Whitley Nelson. He and Mary Ann raised their children in Golf and Glenview from 1949-2003. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He was born in Chicago to Charles M. and Martha (Noelke) Nelson on January 9, 1917. Dave graduated from Francis W. Parker School and Yale University. Upon graduation he went to work for Clow Corporation in Chicago. He served in the US Navy during World War II, a majority of his time on the USS Louisville and USS Appalachian. After the war he went back to work for Clow Corporation, working there until he retired in 1974 as Senior Vice President. He continued to work in mergers and acquisitions for a number of years. As a life long Chicagoan, he was an enthusiastic Chicago sports fan and a Northwestern Football season ticket holder. He was a voracious reader, who enjoyed history, biographies, and the Bible. In addition to his wife and children, he had a large family of nieces and nephews who lived in the Chicago area and gathered regularly for holidays. Private family memorial services will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to Francis W. Parker School-Attn: Development and Alumni Office, 330 W. Webster, Chicago, IL 60614 or to The New Hope Scholarship, checks should be made payable to and mailed to The Geneva Foundation, 3200 Grant St., Evanston, IL 60201 with "New Hope Scholarship" on the memo line. Arrangements by N.H. Scott & Hanekamp Funeral Home 847-998-1020.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Apr. 16 to Apr. 18, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for David Nelson

5 Entries

May 6, 2014

Hank and the Nelson Family,

I was sadden to read about the death of your dear father and husband.

I just wanted to say, how nice and quiet he seemed always to be.He never gave my brother Scott or I any trouble or loud words, though we deserved them at times. He always had that joyous sincere smile. As long as we did not eat his special hors-d'oeurves, he enjoyed, the pretzel sticks, ginger snap cookies, his root beer,(Dad's ?) homemade root beer popsicles, Valveeta cheese, and his favorite, the V-8 juice. As long as we left his treats alone, he was fine, Hank really had to keep an eye on us, because, those treats were so good.

He always welcomed Hank's friends over to play and seemed to have a peaceful attitude, about everything. We seemed to know what times were the best for visiting.

I always respected his daily mile walk to the Golf train station, twice daily. I would continue to see him walking through out the years, when I moved back to Glenview, in the 1990's.

He was a very generous man, to allow Hank to bring, my brother & I swimming, as a guest, at the Glenview Club. That generosity meant so much to us, as a young kids.

Though, I did not know Mr Nelson well,(what kids knows their friends parents)? he treated everyone properly and I always respected him for that special trait, some people possess, sharing kindness to others...

I just wanted to share some of my thoughts, and memories of our memorable childhood, you were all so nice and special.

Stay strong, our prayers and thoughts are with you always,

Kurt, Dean and Mom

Rose Kus

April 24, 2014

Dear Mary Ann and Family,
You and Dave were the kindest and most generous neighbors here on Long Valley in Glenview. Please accept our sincerest condolences and know that you are all in our prayers. For sure, Dave will be back walking up and down the hill.
Love,
Bob, Rose, Lauren, and Robby

April 19, 2014

Dear Mrs Nelson,

Peggy emailed me that Mr Nelson had passed away. I have such fond memories of the happy times that you had with my parents. Schuy and I send our condolences to you and your children.

With love from us both,
Paula (Snorf)

April 18, 2014

Mr. Nelson was, undoubtably,my father's dearest pal. Mr. Nelson was an honorable man with a great sense of dignity and loyalty. My memories of Mr. Nelson will never be forgotten. My best to the Nelson family/Lowell D. Snorf, III.

Glenda

April 16, 2014

My condolences to the family in your time of sorrow. May God's word give you the strength to cope during this difficult time. John 5:25

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