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Jacob Nelson Obituary
November 8, 2020, age 27. Beloved son of Ray and Kim (nee Grenie) Nelson. Brother of Zachary and Danielle (Christian Gerner). Grandson of Karen and the late Patrick Grenie, the late Ray and the late Anna Nelson. Nephew of Bob Nelson, Tim (CJ) Grenie and Chris Grenie. Special friend of Krista Oelhafen. Loving dog dad to Duke and Oakley. Further survived by other relatives and friends.
Visitation Saturday, November 14 at OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH, 10025 W. North Ave., from 11:00 AM, until the time of Funeral Service at 2:00 PM. Interment Monday, November 16 at 11:00 AM at The Gardens of StoneBank (corner of Hwy K and West Shore Dr.)
Jake was a 2012 graduate of Milwaukee Lutheran High School and 2016 graduate of Concordia University Mequon. He loved the great outdoors and was an avid hunter. He was active in many sports in school, highlighted by being named 2011 All- State Quarterback. Jake was Director of Operations for the Nelson Family Culvers Restaurant Group.
Memorials to LCC Canine Comfort Dog Ministry, Culvers VIP Foundation, or Milwaukee Lutheran High School Athletics.
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Shari Higgins
November 19, 2020
Ray and Kim,
I'm sorry to hear about your son passing. May the Lord bless you all at this time.
Sandy Schultz
November 15, 2020
Rick, Aaron, and I are so very sorry to hear about Jake. You are in our prayers. Sandy Schultz
Tom & Sue Fredenberg
November 14, 2020
Our hearts go out to all of you. We are so sorry to hear the news about Jake. Love & prayers.
Roger & Rita Hughbanks
November 12, 2020
Randy, Kim & family. We are so sorry for the loss of Jake. May God be with you during these trying times! Our thoughts & prayers are with you!
Roger & Rita Hughbanks
November 12, 2020
Randy, Kim & family. We are so sorry for the loss of Jake. May God be with you during these trying times! Our thoughts & prayers are with you!
Jule Smith, Fountain Hills, AZ
November 12, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. God's blessings to all of you.
John & Nancy Sanderson
November 12, 2020
May our Lord wrap his arms around your whole family and give you comfort and strength.
Our deepest sympathy for you all. RIP Jake so honored to have known you. You will be missed but we all will meet again. ❤❤❤❤
Sheri Krueger Dix
November 11, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this heartbreaking time.
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