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AGE: 91 • Middletown
Charles Richard (Dick) Nelson, 91, of Middletown NJ died at home on February 14th, 2017.
He was born in Brocton, N.Y. on September 21, 1925. He grew up in Brookville, PA where he graduated from Brookville High School after which he enlisted into the Army.
Dick proudly served in General Patton's 3rd Army in the 87th Division, seeing action in the Battle of the Bulge. After the war, he attended and graduated from Penn State and came to NJ where he met and married his wife Joyce (Allmann). He and Joyce moved to Middletown in 1956, and raised their three children there. His membership in the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), the American Legion, and Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge (VBOB) organizations served to connect him to fellow veterans over the years.
His career as an Industrial Engineer led him to RCA in Harrison, NJ, New Brunswick Scientific and General Cable in New Brunswick, NJ until he retired in 1992.
Dick was a member of the First Baptist Church of Red Bank (for over 50 years) where he served as a Trustee. He was actively involved in his sons' Boy Scout Troops and Aviation Explorer Post 19. In the Township, he served on Election Day at River Plaza School and for 20 years as Chairman of the Shade Tree Committee.
Mr. Nelson was predeceased by his son Charles R. Nelson Jr. in 2008. He is survived by Joyce, his wife of 64 years, daughter Jeanne Grice, (Paul) and son Howard, (Cathy). Ten Grandchildren: Jennifer, Geoffrey, Jacob, Christine, Jackie, Jessica, Caitlyn, Ketty, Sophie and Charley, as well as three Great Grandchildren, Alanna, Trinity, and Colt.
A memorial service will be held at the First Baptist Church of Red Bank 84 Maple Avenue, Red Bank, NJ 07701 on Sunday February 19 at 12:30pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in Dick's name to the First Baptist Church of Red Bank. Interment will be private at General Doyle Veteran Cemetery.
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Susan Rickman
February 24, 2017
Dear Joyce and family,
I have fond memories of Mr. Nelson from the years our families shared at First Baptist. Always a warm and friendly face on the scene.
I ran into Howard and Cathy a few days before the memorial service. We talked for a bit. It was good to see 'the Nelson little brother' that matches 'my little brother'. I still think of them that way after so many years.
You have my heart felt sympathy.
Philip E Bonner Jr
February 23, 2017
HE was a "GOOD MAN" & a WW2 USA VET!!! RIP, GOOD SIR!!!
Syble Robinson
February 18, 2017
May you always hold on to the wonderful memories you have. May God give you comfort. Syble Robinson.
Tom & Sue Hogan
February 18, 2017
Stephenville blvd will never be the same again with out Charlie walking around and talking with friends. I spent over 40 yrs talking with him about everything.
Our hearts go out to your family.
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Andrew and Paula Lasswell
February 17, 2017
Our sincere sympathies to you and your family.
Andrew and Paula Lasswell
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Linda Auguste-Mathews
February 17, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad, husband, grandfather! Your dad was a cool guy that many respected! Sending prayers to you and your family.
Kathy bruno Gilliland
February 17, 2017
My condolences .he always had a kind smile. ..Kathy bruno ___(nelson) gilliland.
Pam Curchin
February 17, 2017
Dearest Joyce and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved husband, father and grandfather who was such a special person. I have such fond memories of knowing him through First Baptist Church. He always had a smile, a kind word and words of encouragement when needed. He will be greatly missed. Sending prayers your way to deal with this great loss. He is soaring with the angels.
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