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BORN
1936
DIED
2011
Nelson Upton Obituary
Surviving are his loving wife of 58 years, Muriel Upton of Crystal River, FL; a son, Thomas Upton (Frankie) and 2 daughters, Darlene Chaney (John) and Cindy Robbins (Nick), all of Crystal River, FL; a sister, Janet Groulmund of Waynesville, OH; five grandchildren, Jennifer, Mathew, Elizabeth, Joe and Samantha; and 10 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be conducted on Sunday, August 7, 2011, at 2 p.m. at the Seven Rivers Presbyterian Church in Crystal River with the Rev. Adam Jones officiating. In lieu of flowers the family suggests those who wish may make a memorial contribution to the American Cancer Society at P.O. Box 13600 Tampa, FL 33681-3600. Strickland Funeral Home Crystal River, FL in care of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nelson Upton
August 7, 2011
Aunt Mert and family,
We are so saddened by the loss of our beloved Uncle Nelson. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Angi, Jake and Rick
Chuck & Nancy Werner
August 6, 2011
Tom and family, we share your sorrow in the passing of your dad. He was a credit to his business with his honesty and his faithfulness. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mary Upton
August 4, 2011
Even though we are not close...we are family. Shirley called Lonnie in Phoenix to let us know of your loss. We want to extend our sincere sympathy to the entire family. The Upton's (Lonnie & Mary, Dorothy & George (Roer), Melissa & Mark, Miranda & Mitchell (Reddy)
Bob Cirnigliaro
August 4, 2011
So sorry for your loss. I remember talking to the "Green Indian" on the CB at 2 and 3am when I was on the Sheriff's Dept. Also the kindness he showed fixing a minor problem on my ac, and refusing to charge me.
Rodney Levins
August 4, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Chico and Robin Wildonger
August 3, 2011
Nelson was always just the best! We send our thoughts and prayers to you all. Crystal River has lost a fine citizen and businessman.Love to the whole family.
August 3, 2011
Mrs.Upton,Tom and familie
So sorry to hear about Mr.Upton
our thought and prayers are with you all.
Phil,Joy,Jessica,Mylea Raquet
Tony & MaryAnn Boline
August 3, 2011
Mrs. Upton, Tom, Darlene, Cindy and families,
We are so sorry to hear about Mr. Upton. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers and hope that you will lean on God for His peace and comfort.
August 3, 2011
Dear Muriel and family, because I am out of town for a while, Chuck called me last night to tell me of Nelson's passing & the loss of this fine, fine man. Regretfully I can't be there to honor Nelson and your family on Sunday but please know my heart and prayers are with you. I hope we will see you & Tom at the lunch table before too long... With care and with love, Nancy Corriveau & Chuck Runkel (Crystal River)
August 3, 2011
Tom and Family, we were so saddened to see the loss of your Dad. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Joey and Sue(Punky) Carter
Claudia McBride Smith
August 2, 2011
Mrs. Upton, Tom, Darlene, & Cindy - I was sorry to hear about Mr. Upton. May God wrap his loving arms around you and all your family, and give you peace during this difficult time.
Deborah Burke
August 2, 2011
Tom, Darlene and family.
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. We have known you guys for many years and know how hard this must be.My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.Peace...........
Don & ShaSha Bryant
August 2, 2011
Muriel and family,, We are so sorry to hear of Nelson's passing. But we know that he is with the lord, and not suffering any longer. We will miss his smiling face. May God bless you and your family through this tough time and our prayers will always be with you. Don & ShaSha Bryant (PineRidge, Fla)
Dick & Rean Seekins
August 2, 2011
Muriel, So sorry to read about Nelson's passing. We pray that you find comfort in God's promises of eternal life and believe His assurance that your loved one is safe with Him now.
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