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Edward Nelson Obituary
Edward G. Nelson, Jr., 59, of Titusville, passed away on Wednesday, June 6, 2012. He was born October 9, 1952, in Orlando, Florida to Edward G Nelson, Sr. and the late Florence Nelson.
For over 30 years, Ed operated Westland Marina in Titusville and the Anchorage Yacht Basin in Melbourne, FL. He was the "Big Man" with the big smile and big hands that reached out to everyone.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 39 years, Coleen Nelson; two sons, Edward III (Tammy) and Ian; his father, Edward Sr.; two granddaughters, Brittany and Courtney; sister, Teri Blais (Jacques), with their children Taylor and Jordan; and brother, Greg Nelson, with his two daughters Kate and Ashley.
Graveside services for the immediate family will be held at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens with Deacon Donald Boland officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Andrew Jackson Middle School Music Program, 1515 Knox McRae Drive Titusville, FL 32780. This music program affects so many of the children that pass through AJMS and gives them a head start to a more productive life.
Arrangements by North Brevard Funeral Home in Titusville.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edward Nelson
Mary Mestrez
June 4, 2020
My dear sweet friend from St. Teresa Catholic School and throughout Titusville High School. One of the most fun and big hearted people I ever knew, Godfather to one of my kids. Always such beautiful thoughts when I think of him.
Alex Waseleski
July 4, 2018
Great guy good friend
Alex Waseleski
December 3, 2017
great guy wonderful sense of humor
Patrick Sullivan
June 27, 2012
I had the joy of knowing "Big Ed" since our days at U of Fl and this world will be less with his loss. The heavens are a brighter place with him there.
Tammy Nelson
June 21, 2012
On Behalf of the Nelson Family-
To everyone who made a donation to the Andrew Jackson Middle School Music Program, we give our sincerest thanks.
Lola
June 20, 2012
Colleen, Ed, Ian and the Nelson Family,
My prayers are with you always. I know that as the weeks go by the reality of Bud's loss becomes more and more real. I know he is truly missed. In the ten years that I spent with your family, he showed me and my girls nothing but kindness and generosity. He has always been loved by all that was blessed to have known him.
May God give you comfort in your time of sorrow.
Willy Colon
June 14, 2012
TO: Ed, wife and children,
It is hard to find any word of comfort in these moments, but we just want to tell you that we will be praying for you all.
Sincerely,
Willy and Lilly
APS Marine Services
James Foster
June 14, 2012
"A ship is safe in the harbor, but that's not what ships are built for." -Gael Attal
Ed and I were high school friends at THS and we shared many adventures. I will miss his bright, gentle, sensitive, open-minded, and fun-seeking way. I am certain that he will influence those in his new adventure in a similar fashion.
Carolyn Burby
June 14, 2012
Colleen, I was both shocked and very saddened to learn this devastating news. My connection with you and Bud goes way back to the early '70s, when my husband Gordon and I had our sailboat docked at Westland Marina. Bud was always, always the most courteous and helpful person we could have asked for, and his friendly nature gave comfort to us all. The boating world will truly miss his endearing qualities.
May it help to know how many share your sorrow, and stand with you in your time of need.
With deepest sympathy to you and your family.
June 12, 2012
Ed, you and your family are
in my thoughts.
Jerome Barry Melbourne,Fl
Mary McKenna-Mestrez
June 12, 2012
Ed and I go back to 8th grade at St. Teresa's. I always tell people the most fun times I had in my life were hanging out with Eddie in the spring of senior year and the following summer after graduation. Ed always lived life to the fullest. He got me to jump off the bridge over the intercoastal - "You jump, I jump..." long before the movie Titanic came out! I will miss him dearly. I'm sure he's at the Heavenly Bar with my dad having some good laughs!
Rick Herndon
June 12, 2012
Bud, you will be deeply missed. Love, your brother Rick.
June 12, 2012
When on a journey, a traveling companion is of more value than a carriage. As we continue our journey through this life, it will be less bright without hearing Big Ed's laugh and humor. Even the mullet paused from jumping in the river. Deepest personal prayers, Doyle
Donna Scaglione
June 12, 2012
My prayers and thoughts go out to the family of Ed Nelson. He will be dearly missed by his friends and family.
Donna Scaglione (class 1970-Titusville High School)
Walter Gibbons
June 12, 2012
Rest in Peace young man! Walter "Sonny" Gibbons
Pulido
June 12, 2012
Dear Ed & Ian,
I was deeply saddened to learn of your father's passing. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time. Your father was a true gentleman and a joy to be around. Nancy & I always looked forward to spending time at the marina and listening to his interesting stories with great anticipation. It was great fun. (My parents send their condolences; they are currently away due to a loss in our own family.) Your father touched our lives and will be missed.
With deepest sympathies,
The Pulido Family
Jean Monnier
June 11, 2012
We grieve with you in your loss. Ed by very nature was a kind and generous soul. Our prayers are for your family to receive comfort and peace in this time of sorrow. Jean (Wise) Monnier (Hakalau, HI)
June 11, 2012
Teri & Greg -
I am very sorry for the loss of your brother. My thoughts are with you and family. Take care...
Your friend,
Steve Street
June 11, 2012
We will always remember Ed, Our "Santa Claus" as the kids referred to him. He was our special friend and we will miss him dearly.
Bob, Lisa, and Family
June 11, 2012
Our prayers and sympathy for your family! Thanks Bud for always bieng there when I needed help!Will miss you dearly. Glen Egloff
June 11, 2012
Ed, We love you and will miss you. We always appreciated your honesty and fairness which was refreshing. Our prayers are with Coleen and the family going forward. In love and gratitude,
Ed, Jeanne and Jessica André
Kendall (Kelly) Moran
June 11, 2012
Bud was, like everyone in his family, a very good person. He will be missed.
Rosemary (Poole) and Don Baker
June 10, 2012
To the Nelson Family," Our Deepest Sympathy "... Ed was a kind person, always had a smile to greet people, may the world be enriched with his memories...Always in Our prayers and thoughts...Rosemary and Don
Walter-Sonny Gibbons
June 10, 2012
R.I.P.
Darci Cox
June 10, 2012
A big hearted cuddly bear ...a loss to our whole family. We love you big Ed. Xxoo
John Hermansdorfer
June 10, 2012
Bud was a wonderful, generous man. What a loss to our community and to his family. My prayers and condolences go out to his wife and family.
Jack &Marj Parker
June 10, 2012
To the Nelson family,
We pray that God will guide you and give you peace thru this unexpected, difficult time. Our deepest sympathies, Jack &Marj Parker
Fred Kirschstein
June 10, 2012
If you needed a friend, Ed was there for you. A kinder more thoughtful man God has not created. A friend to the downtrodden, the unemployed, and to all he knew. He will be truly missed. Fred
Tammy Nelson
June 10, 2012
Words cannot describe the loss we are feeling right now... the world is a better place because of you.
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