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Adam D. Nevells Okemos A 17 year-old captain of Okemos' water polo team died Friday, September 4, 2009. Adam was also captain of the wrestling team, a saxophone player in the marching and concert band, a Life Scout with Boy Scouts of America and a student-at-large on the Martin Luther Chapel council of East Lansing. He also participated in the school TV studio, filming board meetings and school events. Adam was working on his Eagle Scout project of landscaping the Okemos Public Library. Adam was polite, kind, considerate, and an inspiration to all who knew him. He considered majoring in bio-engineering in college and was being recruited to wrestle at several universities. Adam lived and loved life large. Adam was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert R. Nelson. Surviving are his parents, Michael and Elaine (Nelson) Nevells, and one brother, Matthew; grandparents, Joan T. Nelson of Beverly, MA, and F. James and Carol Nevells of Lady Lake, FL; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, September 9, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at Martin Luther Chapel, 444 Abbot Road, East Lansing, with Rev. David A. Dressel officiating. Interment will follow at Glendale Cemetery in Okemos, MI. The family will receive friends Tuesday, September 8 from 2-4, and 6-8 p.m. at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 East Grand River Ave., East Lansing with visitation also 1 hour prior at church on Wednesday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Martin Luther Chapel in memory of Adam. The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Lansing. www.gorslineruncimanfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Sep. 6, 2009.

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Karen Crandall

September 19, 2009

Im so sorry to hear of the passing of your son, Elaine, I just heard about this today, Sept. 19th, from Pam Ambler, Stephanies mom who works for your system!! May your family continue to find peace in this difficult time of your lives, God Bless You ALL!!! I will be praying for all of you, especially you Elaine!!!!

Karen Crandall, PTA

Zachary Lindeman & Family

September 18, 2009

Elaine, Mike and Matthew ~ May you find some peace knowing that many, many prayers continue for all of you. Our prayer is that you find some comfort knowing that Adam has gone to be with our Lord, and his wonderful memories will always be close to your hearts. I only knew him for a short time but I know he was a great friend and he will be missed by many. God bless.

Keyt & Chance Harrington

September 17, 2009

My son, Chancellor called me tonight and reminded me of our "connection" to your family. Chance was on a traveling wrestling team with Adam and we also knew him and Mike through scouts. Chance and I are sincerely sorry for Adam's loss. Although it's been a very long time since we've seen the Nevells family, we know you were wonderful people and we are SO sorry Adam's life was cut too short!! Please know we are praying for those left behind, but we know Adam is in the comforting hands of God!! Best wishes to all of you!

Karen Wright Celona

September 11, 2009

Dear Mike,Elaine and Matthew-

Our hearts broke upon hearing of Adam's passing. Not only was he the apple of your eye,(and always)- he was an outstanding person in every way as evidenced by the loving words,thoughts and prayers sent by those who were blessed to know him. May both God and Adams spirit comfort you and give you peace always.
With Love,
Karen,John and Kerryanne Celona

Jenny Goodpaster

September 10, 2009

Dear Mike, Elaine, and Matt,
I am so sorry to hear about Adam. He was truly an awesome kid---one of the best, brightest, most dedicated, optimistic, and hard working kids I have ever met. Our entire staff at NCSA shares in your grief and will continue to pray. Know that Adam is in the tender care of our Heavenly Father and that someday you will be reunited with him. You have done an amazing job in raising him. We will continue to pray that God's love will replace some of your sadness.
With love and prayers,

Shannon Katerberg

September 10, 2009

Nevells Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Our Grandville Water Polo team along with the Rockford Water Polo had a moment of silence last night before the game in honor of your son. May the Lord's Peace with you now.

Paula Haddad

September 9, 2009

I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of Adam. What an outstanding young man he was, doing so many great things at such a young age. Words cannot ease the pain of a loss of a child. The family is in my prayers and I will light a candle in memory of you shining star. Peace be with you all during this most difficult time of sorrow.

Markoski Family

September 9, 2009

Dear Nevells Family,
A few days ago our Jenison Water Polo team recieved news of Adams death. The boys were deeply saddened at the loss of a fellow athlete and commrade. As parents, none of us can imagine such a loss. Know that we are all keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Tonight as Jenison competed in Zeeland in Water Polo, we stood and had a moment of silence in honor of Adam. Know that his loss is felt far beyond your community and we wish you God's love and care during this most difficult time.

Carol Amor

September 9, 2009

Nevells Family,

Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. Your family will be in our prayers.

The Amors

Jenny Johnson

September 9, 2009

Dear Nevells Family,
My name is Jenny Johnson and I am a senior at East Lansing High School. I never knew Adam, but my heart is bleeding for your family right now. Being his age and from the same community, I cried myself to sleep knowing that your beautiful son is gone. We are of the same graduating class, so I felt connected to him for some reason. I have heard that your son was an amazing man who loved life and above all his family. Adam touched so many people, more than you could ever know. I could never tell you in a message how deeply sorry I am that Adam is gone now. His memory will live on forever, and If you need anything, please don't hesitate to ask any of us East Lansing students. I will be praying for you, and please, If anything, take comfort in knowing Jesus Christ has seated your beautiful boy perched high apon a cresent moon, and will forever be in pure serenity and love of God. He will be with you where ever you go, and will always love you.

All my thoughts, love and prayers.

The Knickerbocker Family

September 9, 2009

Dearest Mike, Elaine and Matt~Words cannot express the deep sorrow our hearts feel for your family. Adam was loved by many and his memory will live on in the hearts of all of us. Your beloved son is smiling down on us all now as he is with our Heavenly Father. May God bless you and cover your entire family with his love during this difficult time.

All Our Love!

Ross Soergel

September 9, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your family, I am so sorry for your loss, Adam was an amazing young gentlemen. Much love

Manny Faria

September 9, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. May you be sustained in the days to come. Your friends in Christ at St. Peter's Church, Beverly.

September 9, 2009

Mike,Elaine,Matt-We are so sorry for your loss-it is absolutely heartwrenching. Adam certainly lived a full life in his seventeen years and we can only hope that seeing how many people's lives he touched over these last days is some small consolation for you. May your faith help you through these tough times-you are in our hearts and our prayers. With great love-Nancy,Jake,Sam,Marie

Todd Glogovsky

September 8, 2009

I was fortunate to know Adam, I was his baseball coach in 7th grade. As a coach you alway want kids who want to play, have a good attitude and work hard. Adam had all this and more. We could be down by 10 runs and Adam would not give up. His smile and energy were contagious. He would do anything to help the team, completely unselfish. However what I most admired is what motivated him. It was not based on the expectations or desire of others but on his own heart and desire to do what is right. I cannot help as I write this to compliment his parents on a wonderfull child but also provide the greatest sympathy and compassion I can make. I will pray for Adam and his family the rest of my life.

Tyler Keelean

September 8, 2009

Nevells Family,

I consider myself blessed to have known Adam over this past summer. You are a great family and know that I will always keep you in my prayers.

Find comfort in knowing that Adam now knows God's plans and will guide you as you walk your journey with God.

With prayers of comfort,
Tyler Keelean & family

September 8, 2009

Dearest Mike, Elaine and Matt,

All of you are in our prayers each and everyday. I am so sorry for your loss. Adam was a fine young man and a fine example of such wonderful parents. It has been an honor knowing your Adam. HOLY MOLY WHAT A GOALIE!!

We love you all,

LeeAnn, Jacob and Evan Leski

September 8, 2009

To the Nevells Family,

We were so very sad to hear about Adam's death. Our family was overwhelmed to learn about what a deep and thoughtful young man he was, and how many wonderful contributions he made to Okemos High School and to our surrounding community. We are thinking of you and hoping that you are receiving the love and support that you need.

With much love and the warmest of thoughts, Lori and Kevin Naughton, and Emma Kron-Deacon

Ann Pardee

September 8, 2009

To the Nevells Family:

I'm so sorry to hear of Adam's death. My heartfelt prayers are with all of you now and the weeks to come.

Tim & Mindy Rudolph and Hayden Wheeker

September 8, 2009

To the Nevells family,

We are very sorry that Adam left at such a young age and our hearts go out to you.

Adam was such a positive influence on Hayden and he will be greatly missed. We hope to see Mike around Boy Scouts and wrestling to help pass on all of the great examples.

Jonathan Haga

September 8, 2009

Mike and Elaine,
I am deeply sorry for your loss, Adam had one of the most kind hearts that I have ever known. I Had the pleasure of coaching him for a few years through summer water polo and cant tell you how much I took pride in saying that I was his coach. If every athlete that I coached cared as much, and worked as hard as Adam did, I would be the happiest coach in the world. I will miss Adam and Will pray for him and your family. If you ever need anything you know how to reach me. Adam was a member of a great community of friends that stretches much further than Okemos, he will always be remember, respected, and missed.

Janice Spodarek & Michael Glazer

September 8, 2009

Mike, Elaine, and Matt: Adam lived so much in so little time. He is an inspiration that will be in my heart at every scout trip, bonfire, high adventure trip; with every rain and sunset...I will honor his life by never forgetting his spirit, and always sharing his passion for life with every scout I have the opportunity to share, as Adam did with us.

September 7, 2009

Dear Mike, Elaine and Matthew,

We are all shocked and saddened by the loss of your beloved son and brother Adam. Introduced through Scouting our memories of Adam are of early morning gatherings before many exciting camping trips, watching fellow scouts vying to ride with Adam and Mike in their comfortable full size van, and watching a father spend his spare time to be with his son during his passage to becoming a young man.

Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and pray that God will give you the strength to carry on.

The Landis Family: Greg, Debra, Drew and Chris

September 7, 2009

To Mike, Elaine and Matthew,
We were so very saddened to hear about Adam. I know he was a fine young man who was loved by many.
Sending you our love and deepest sympathy,
Julie and Geoff Besse

Susan Butler

September 7, 2009

To the Nevells family,

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time.

Bob Wilson

September 7, 2009

Dear Mike and Elaine:

We were so saddened to hear about Adam's passing. We will never forget the kindness and support Adam showed to Daniel during his time with the wrestling team. When we read about all the wonderful contributions Adam made to the community, it sounded so much like the person we knew on the wrestling team. He was and is a caring, loving and compassionate young follower of the Lord. God has welcomed him in to his Kingdom and he is watching over us all now. The peace of the Lord be with you all.

The Wilsons--Bob, Cathy, Sarah, Aaron, Daniel and Bobby Wilson

Tyler Osmun

September 7, 2009

I had the opportunity to play against Adam last Wednesday. I did not know him outside of Water Polo but he was a terrific athlete and a great competitor. I was shocked to hear about your loss and I am keeping you in my prayers. -Fellow Goalie

Eugenia Zerbinos

September 7, 2009

I did not know Adam, who by all accounts was a wonderful young man, nor do I know you. However, I do know the pain of losing a son and my heartfelt condolences go out to you in your grief. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Susan Angell

September 7, 2009

Mike, Elaine and Matt-
Words cannot possibly express the sadness I felt when I heard the news. As one of his elementary teachers, I can still see his boyish face and fun-loving personality. He always had Boy Scout stories of camping and survival techniques to share. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

The Fandialan Family

September 7, 2009

Dear Elaine, Mike and Matthew,

Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Please know that we are holding you in our thoughts and prayers. Adam was a wonderful and inspirational young man. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered. We will hold him in our hearts forever.

Harold, Kathleen & Josef Sauer

September 7, 2009

Dear Mike and Elaine,

We were stunned and deeply saddened to hear of the tragic loss of your dear son. We remember Adam as a freshman Water Polo player;
a polite and friendly young man and how impressed we were to learn he was also accomplished in Wrestling at that young age. I remember our times on those Water Polo bleachers at so many games. Adam was indeed a special young man, a testament to the exceptional parents you are.
May God Bless you and comfort you and your family.
Our prayers are with you.

September 6, 2009

Mike, Elaine and Mathew., Our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Larry and Donna, Okemos residents.

Corbett Family

September 6, 2009

Dear Mike, Elaine and Matt -- Our hearts are heavy today. Please know we are keeping you in our prayers and thoughts. Adam was a quiet "rock" -- dedicated to his teams, his music, his community and his church. He will be deeply missed.

The Hanna Family

September 6, 2009

Mike, Elaine and Matthew,
Our deepest sympathies to you all. We know God will give you strength and guide you through this difficult time. We, as a family, will pray for you often. No words can explain the sorrow we feel for you. Rest assured, God has a very special place in heaven for Adam.

Rita Daza

September 6, 2009

My deepest sympathies to Mike, Elaine and Matthew. Adam was such a nice boy. It was nice to see another young man be so involved in so many healthy activities and be a positive role model for other student athletes. I am truly sorry he was taken from you so young.

Nabeel Kasim

September 6, 2009

In loving memory of an awesome friend and teammate. We will miss you.

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