Eureka, California
Janet Ann Nelson
Janet Ann Nelson, age 96, died at home in Eureka on September 9, 2023, four weeks after falling and fracturing her hip. Jan was born in Redwood City, CA, and had an active childhood with 3 brothers. Her nursing school education was cut short when she was called...Read MoreOh, Mrs. Nelson, how happily I remember you. You were the Student Teacher in my 5th grade CES class taught by Larry Mitchell. I was 10. I´m now 72. I even remember your beautiful handwriting! I´m still friends (since kindergarten) with Cyndi Brown Forsyth and sent her this obituary notice. Thank you for making that year so special for both of us. For all of us. Rest In Peace. Jenny Wood
Jenny Wood
October 11, 2023
Mrs Nelson was my 7th grade teacher at CES-it was the BEST year!! There were only 6 girls in class that year and she treated like we were her daughters, with extra care and encouragement at such a crucial time in our lives. I recall we even got to have a sleep over and doughnuts in the morning! She was beautiful in all ways, a wonderful role model of grace and intelligence. My condolences to her family. Laura (Wagner) Middlemiss
Laura Middlemiss
October 06, 2023 | School
Mrs. Nelson made a lasting impression on me when I attended Jacobs Jr. High in the late 70´s. She was so kind and fair. I´ve thought of her often over the years. RIP.
Sheila McDonough
October 01, 2023
Jan was a warm caring person-she always did something extra and special as a teacher at College Elementary School.It was a gift to all her students (including me) that she became a teacher.She was very instrumental in the ITEP program with Roxy Morton.Truly a life well lived!Philip Watson
Philip Watson
September 30, 2023 | School
