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Glenn Nelson Obituary
Glenn Leonard Nelson
Glenn was born to Oscar G. and Martha M. Nelson on December 25, 1928 in Sedro-Wooley, WA. He was raised there and later in Bellingham where he attending high school.
He worked for over 30 years at Fentron Industries in Seattle, WA. When Fentron went out of business he went to work for Boeing at the Everett plant until retiring.
Glenn enjoyed trout fishing at Pearrygin Lake in Eastern Washington and other Washington lakes. He was very active in Amateur radio, communicating with his amateur radio friends on the Idaho Farm Net, Montana Net and Washington Net. Glenn earned his first amateur radio license and call sign, W7RKO, in the early 1950's and has enjoyed it ever since. His last transmission was on January 11, 2011. Glenn was also active in community affairs, helping out at Mountlake Terrace, WA and Lynnwood, WA Senior Centers and the WICS organization.
Glenn was preceded in death by his parents; second wife, Carol; a brother, Harold M. Nelson, of California; and a grandson, Jason M. Nelson, of Rockport, WA.
He is survived by his wife, Jackie; daughters, Karen, of Ferndale, WA, Lora, of Redmond, WA and Jeanne of Lynwood, WA; a son, Steven, of Rockport; granddaughters, Heather, of Las Vegas, NV and Kim, of Maple Ridge, BC; grandsons, Joey and Jesse, both of Ferndale; and numerous nieces; nephews; and great-grandchildren.
A viewing will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., February 7, 2011 at Floral Hills in Lynnwood, WA.
In Lieu of flowers, please send donations to Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland, WA.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Glenn Nelson
Bob Kinney
December 31, 2011
My neat cousin, Sally, informed me this morning of Glen's passing. My mom, Helen, and Glen's mom were half-sisters and I always appreciated Martha's demeanor. My brother, Jim, associated with Glen quite a bit because of their mutual interest in the banjo and both living in Seattle. I saw Glen at my uncle Gene's funeral and again at my brother's funeral and enjoyed very much talking to him on both occasions and learning more about him. I've really enjoyed reading the guest book and about Glen's life and his neat family. God bless you.
Dad and I fishing
August 5, 2011
Peeling potatoes, he loved helping in the kitchen, always volunteered to peel, cut and mash potatoes, one of his favorites, mashed potatoes
Karen
August 5, 2011
Dad cutting down wild cherry trees in my back yard
Karen
August 5, 2011
Our vacation spot fishing
Karen
August 5, 2011
My Dad's radio room
Karen
August 5, 2011
Me and Grandpa
March 5, 2011
Jesse Cadero
March 3, 2011
I was the luckiest Grandson in the world to have a Grandpa that was so fun, loving and caring. I will always remember all the summers I spent with him as his little work buddy. No matter how tedious the work was he was always able to keep up and keep me company. he was always strong willed and never let anything stop him from doing what he wanted to do. he lived a full life and I will always look up to him.
I miss you Grandpa. I will always love you and cherish the memories of the greatest Grandpa in the world.
Joanne Bell
February 27, 2011
I didn't know Glenn very well but I have known his daughter, Karen, and son, Steve, for almost 10 years. I hope this section of a poem written by my daughter will bring all who loved him some comfort.
Don,t cry for me
There's no need for tears.
The end of my life
Was the end of my fears,
The end of my sorrows
The end of my pain,
The insignifigance of life
Now washed away by the rain.
Rayna Anne Bell
May God's love and peace fill you all.
Dad loved playing his guitar
Karen
February 12, 2011
Karen Nelson
February 12, 2011
This past year I decided to have backyard chickens and started out with four chicks. Dad told his stories about the 100 chickens he had as a project in High School and made a lot of money selling his eggs to the school. I loved all his stories. Almost every day he would ask me if my chickens layed eggs yet and was so excited when all four were laying, only two months ago while he was in the hospital. I miss you so much Dad! I feel your spirit with me every moment. Dad and I were pals, friends, confidants, told me all his secrets and worries. He was very lonely the past few years and I spent as much time as I could with him, going fishing, watching old movies, going to the second hand stores, looking for ships for his fireplace mantal. He loved reading books and we ate so many pies with ice cream together after dinner. I miss my friend.
Dad was 16 yrs old, My favorite picture of him
Karen Nelson
February 12, 2011
Dad was so handsome!
Karen Nelson
February 12, 2011
Mom and Dad
Karen Nelson
February 12, 2011
He loved horses, grew up on a farm
Karen Nelson
February 12, 2011
Steve, Lora, Dad and me
Karen Nelson
February 12, 2011
Lora, Dad, me, Steve and Mother
Karen Nelson
February 12, 2011
I love you so much Dad!
Karen Nelson
February 12, 2011
Jeanne, me, Dad and Steve
Karen Nelson
February 12, 2011
Me, Dad and Steve
Karen Nelson
February 12, 2011
Jessica Cadero
February 10, 2011
I am the Wife of Grandpa Glenn's Grandson Jesse. I will miss him so very much. He was such a positive, fun and outgoing man. He always put a smile on my face.
February 9, 2011
Dad, I wish I would have spent more time with you through the years than I did, but what time I did have with you I will cherish forever. I remember when I was about 8 years old I would sit on a stool in our basement where all your radios were set up and listen to you talk and send code to other hams around the world. The dits and dahs fasinated me. It was you that inspired me to get my license. I will miss you a lot. -- Steve KD7EKW
Teaching Grandpa air guitar!!
Joseph Cadero
February 7, 2011
Miss you Grandpa, your the best Grandpa a kid could ever have!
Herb Nelson
February 7, 2011
We were sorry to hear of Glenn's passing. We only keep in touch with the extended family through Steve but feel sorrow for the family and all who will miss Glenn. Condolences... Herb and Sue Nelson (A cousin)
Bernice (Nelson) Onstad
February 7, 2011
I am a first cousin of Glenn's, but sad to say we never really knew each other. My Dad & Glenn's Dad were brothers. Glenn was always smiling the few times I saw him. I am so sorry he has passed away and I didn't get to know him better. All my sympathy.
February 7, 2011
I've only met Gleen through his daughter a few months ago and I've never seen a man so happy to see you when you stopped by.He was full of humor and so proud of his radio that the first time I was there he showed me his radio room and told me how he talked all over the world.Even only knowing Gleen a short time I'll miss him at family gathering - Gary Strawder
February 7, 2011
I've only met Gleen a few months ago through his daughter and I've never met a man so happy to see you when you stopped by and his humor was the greatest I've ever seen. He was very proud of his radio and the first time I was there he took me into his radio room and showed me his equipment. I know he loved his family very much.Even knowing him only a short time I will miss him at family gathering-Gary
Colleen Suhara
February 7, 2011
Glenn was our neighbor and friend. He would come to small gatherings at our home and was well liked by our friends. He was happy and always willing to lend a hand if he was needed. We will miss his big smiles and his kind ways. We know there are angels all around him. With much love
Kimberly Lauzon
February 6, 2011
It was the Christmases I remember the most about Grandpa. I remember showing up to his house to find bowls of nuts and fancy nutcrackers on the coffee table. Grandpa would be stoking the fire and I would sit, cracking nuts, waiting for him to start playing his banjo or guitar so we could join in and sing. I remember Grandpa's radio. He would let me talk to his friends from all over the world which made me feel important. Family was important to Grandpa. He always made sure we knew that. Finally, Grandpa was never the type of person to let anything get in the way of his goals. That is one lesson I will be sure to take with me and pass on to my children. We Love You and we will miss you Grandpa!!!
Karen Nelson
February 5, 2011
I love you Dad! I miss you so much! Your Loving Daughter, Karen
Robert Ramborger
January 31, 2011
As a teenager I got started in Ham Radio. Glen was VERY HELPFUL to me and I always enjoyed going to his house. We lost track of each other over the years and we renewed our friendship a few years ago. He was a GREAT mentor and will be missed.
Bob Ramborger-K7JNV
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