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Kyle, Ari, Anastasia Liston
December 26, 2013
We're thinking of you and your family, more during this holiday season. Missing Dr. Nelson terribly this past year. Sending love, thoughts, and prayers to all!
Sam & Amy Fuqua
May 15, 2013
My wife and I only just learned of Dr. Nelson's passing. Our sincere condolences to his family. Dr. Nelson was called in on the night in 1992 when our son was born. It was an emergency situation that is traumatic to recall even now. But because Dr. Nelson and another physician were called in the nick of time, our son survived. Because of Dr. Nelson's guidance of our son's subsequent treatment over the following months and years, he thrives today as a young man. Many great health care providers helped along the way but Dr. Roy Nelson was at the center of our son's birth and successful recovery. We are forever grateful.
Tammy Ault/Pachura
March 31, 2013
Dr. Nelson was both my boys pediatrician growing up. I have moved to Arizona 7 years ago and I don't know what possessed me to look him up. I was shocked and saddened to hear of his death. One of my fondest memories was when I was in the hospital with my youngest son and my oldest was bored with the whole process. Dr. Nelson took my oldest to the cafeteria and bought him dinner. He was an amazing man and physician.
Meyers Family
March 28, 2013
Our family just received the letter about Dr. Nelson's passing. Dr. Nelson was our daughter's pediatrian from her birth. She is now 21 and only stopped seeing him as her physician because she moved away to school. Dr. Nelson was one of the most accessible,kind,caring and genuine doctors we will ever know. We are all deeply saddened at the news of his passing and will always have special memories of the part he played in our lives. You are in our prayers and thoughts, The Meyers Family
Neel
March 20, 2013
Deeply sorry for your loss! We received our letter yesterday and my heart just couldn't believe it. We have so many wonderful and amazing stories about Dr. Nelson and the care he provided. He was our pediatrician for 12 years. Thank you for all the loving care, you will be missed.
Kathy Delgado
March 16, 2013
We had no idea that our childrens' beloved doctor passed away. His love for children was evident from the moment we met him. DR. Nelson was the best doctor we've ever known!!! May he rest in peace!!!
Collins Family
March 15, 2013
We just got the letter today,we had no idea that he passed. He became our sons pediatrician before he was born and has continued being his primary doctor even though he is now 21. He was a large part of our life, he was available 24 hours a day and truly cared. We will miss him greatly
Corinne
February 14, 2013
Dr. Nelson was my doctor from the time I was a small child until I graduated from high school. He was unfailingly kind and understanding, and I had the utmost respect for him and trust in him. He has a big impact on my life, and I'm sure on the lives of many others. My thoughts go out to his family.
Sowmya Lakshmanan
January 24, 2013
It was such a shock to recieve the letter informing his passing. Dr.Nelson took care of my daughter for the past 6 years from the moment she was born. We will miss him. Thanks to Brenda and his great staff for taking our calls and accomodating to see us anytime.
The Tiemann's
January 16, 2013
From our family to Dr. Nelson's family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all during this tough time. He will truly be missed and I am greatful to say that he has touched our lives.
Gossett Family
January 15, 2013
Dr Nelson took care of both my adopted daughters from China, from the day they came home. Even when we were in China, we had to call him twice, and he told us what to do, since Zoe was so sick. We also had to call him from Florida, one Christmas Eve and he was there for us and sent a prescription so she could get it right away. We were all so shocked and saddened. We will miss him so much! Much love to Brenda and the staff and his family. You are all in our prayers.
Donna Caccamise
January 15, 2013
I just got the letter last night and am still in shock. Not only was Dr. Nelson an ingenious doctor that kept my kids going through all kinds of trauma, but he routinely went above and beyond like no other doc I've ever encountered. He was still my girls' doc and they are 17 and nearly 19. I first met him when he gave an impromptu training on night at Avista on how to parent babies to a small group of us that were planning to be among the first to adopt babies from China. One of the families signed on with him before we left and he gave them all of his phone numbers so that they could call anytime. These early adoptees from a particular orphanage that closed after our experience turned out to be quite sickly, and it appeared that my daughter might die before we got back to the U.S. We called Dr. Nelson (the middle of the night for him) and I spoke to him about my daughter's medical problems. He was distraught that she wouldn't make it home and conveyed what needed to happen. I shared his prognosis and diagnosis with Chinese authorities, and they found a plane to get me and my daughter out of that interior village a few hours later and to a city with a hospital that happened to be the only one listed in China at the time as having some semblance of modern medicine. It was an empty plane save for me & my baby, and my "roommate" & her baby, and chinese government folks. The doc at this new location was able to stablize her enough to get home, thanks to Dr. Nelson. When I first got back, my daughter deteriorated again in the care of a doc in the family practice clinic where my doc was. I called Dr. Nelson, and he said to bring her in..he had time during his lunch, an hour later---just enough time for me to call my insurance and make him her official primary care doc. He had answers/medicines that stablized, even started to reverse her issues in a matter of hours, so that I was able to get on a plane to see my mother for the last time and she her granddaughter for the first and last time. In the next months Dr. Nelson worked through her issues and the unusual serious issues that some international babies have that domestic babies don't. When I brought my second daughter home, Dr. Nelson insisted on coming in the next day to make sure she was ok--it was the 4th of July--bless his heart. Over the next several years we practically lived in his office dealing with childhood illnesses made worse by the fact that they were always in daycare since I'm a working single mom. There were other harrowing moments over the years that Dr. Nelson handled with brilliance and compassion and my daughters and I will be forever grateful to him and to God that he was there to play such an important role in our lives.
My deepest sympathy to Brenda and the rest of his wonderful staff, and to his family; folks who saw him everyday--I can't even imagine your pain. Dr. Nelson was an uncommonly caring and capable person who was taken from this world far too soon....
The Bond Family
January 15, 2013
It was such a shock this morning to find out that Dr. Nelson had passed. He was such a light in our children's lives. He was a wonderful person and doctor, and he absolutely adored children. I feel that we are better just for knowing him and having him be part of our lives. He will be greatly missed by us and by our children. He has a special place in Heaven and as I told my son this morning he will now watch out for us from above and we just have to listen for his advise and care in the quiet moments of life.
Kim Terry
January 14, 2013
I didn't hear of Dr. Nelson's passing until this afternoon. I am deeply saddened by this tremendous loss. My children have been patients of his since the day both were born at Avista Hospital. They knew him as "Dr. MELSON" because as little boys, they heard an "M" instead of "N". We all loved him so much and there will never be another pediatrician who will ever compare to him. God now has another set of hands to help him take care of all those little angels who are in Heaven. We will love and miss you, Dr. Nelson!
The Luther Family
January 13, 2013
My girls loved Dr. Nelson and his bubbles! I loved that he took such wonderful care of my children. Thank you Lord for blessing us with Dr. Nelson. We miss you greatly.
Lori Drake
January 13, 2013
We are in disbelief we no longer have this gracious dedicated physican at the drop of a hat. We met Dr. Nelson prior to giving birth to our first son and decided he was going to be our child's Dr. We had no idea what kind of a Dr. he was going to be at first, but over the next 8.5 years and the addition of another child he proved to go above and beyond any other Dr. we've ever experienced in our lives. He was dedicated to providing the best care for his patients and it was obvious he loved them too. His real blessing was having Nurse Brenda on his team. One thing for sure, this man has earned special wings in heaven no doubt! Heidi, God bless you and your family. Our prayers are with you as you get through this difficult time.
The Drake Family
The Marquis Family
January 9, 2013
Dr. Nelson had been such a wonderful pediatrician to all three of my children for the past 18 years and his presence will be so sorely missed. Our whole family loved his sensible advise, his wonderful sense of humor, and his efforts to make sure all his patients felt safe and well taken care of. Our thoughts go out to his family and his staff.
January 9, 2013
I was so sad to hear that Dr. Nelson had passed away. He was such a huge part of our children's lives and such a comfort to me. We had to switch to Kaiser several years ago and it was never the same. I was so excited because we recently were able to switch back to Blue Cross and I couldn't wait to bring the kids in again to see him. I am beyond sad to hear that he is gone but I know that he is with the Lord and much better off! We're just going to miss him!
Karla Volf
Vera Clark
January 7, 2013
Loved this man...he took care of my kids for ever and was a very critical part of my Grandkids life. Cory and Elena's kids loved him..he was with them from their first day in this life and he knew them he took care of them..Ash and Logan took PJ there till they had to go to Kaiser..but his number was still on their speed dial for comfort and backup to make sure they were getting the care that he would give them. Brenda..his nurse always had time to talk on the phone to any of them..sit with them when we stopped in..she to is a Godsend. It was always fun to stop in and have him give me crap about now beingthe Grandma with grandkids in his office. He was one of those people that you just feel so good that he was there. My heart is sad too and the Clarks will truly miss this wonderful man!
Our hearts go out to his family and staff...We will miss you!
Cory
January 7, 2013
So sorry to hear! Dr Nelson was not only my pediatrician growing up, now 35 years young, but he has also served as my childrens' pediatrician as well. He would always scoop up the kiddos and promptly put them on his lap, help them feel comfortable and reward them with a sucker and little toy. He was a great man, loved helping others and will forever be remembered for the lives he changed in a positive way.
The Mazzulla Family
January 1, 2013
We were so saddened and shocked to hear about Dr. Nelson passing. He was doctor to our three children and he will be greatly missed. When my oldest son had a bad burn he, as well as Brenda went above and beyond to take care of him and make sure his injury was tended to properly every other day for some time to avoid infection. I will never forget that. We always felt so welcome and at home at his office and had some great laughs. We are praying for his family and staff during this difficult time. God bless.
Moskovics
December 31, 2012
I was originally a patient of Dr. Nelson's myself. I have fond memories of him as my doctor. I always knew that I would be okay after whatever illness I was experiencing after visiting his office. He knew how to make sure that I enjoyed coming to the doctor - he always knew where Waldo was, had a new neat toy to tinker with in his office and a fun tie on (especially during the holidays). When I had kids of my own, his office was the natural place to take them. Dr. Nelson was one of the first people to greet our first son after his birth and has taken superb care of both of our boys. He was such a generous and dedicated doctor. He was often on call and took calls at all hours, never turning away a family with a sick baby and always sending you home with enough samples to get you by until you could get to the store/pharmacy. Just a few weeks ago I was running an errand at Avista and brought my eldest son along. Dr. Nelson saw us in the atrium enjoying a cookie and he blew some bubbles down into the atrium for my toddler to enjoy. He will be missed dearly and our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and colleagues.
The Proulx Family
December 30, 2012
We were so sad to here of Dr. Nelsons passing. He was the most caring person and a wonderful pediatrician. He took care of our daughters from the day they were born until they were in their teens. He was always so dedicated. There were many times he met us at his office on weekends or nights when they were sick. You never had a doubt that he truly cared. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Maithreyi Gopalakrishnan
December 29, 2012
Dr. Nelson was a wonderful pediatrician for me for 13 years. He saw me through every illness I had, from a simple cold to pneumonia, and made sure that I always received the best treatment possible. Not only was he an excellent pediatrician for me, but he was also a kind-hearted person and supported me in all of my endeavors. To Dr. Nelson's family, our family's thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
~Maithreyi G. and family
Tangi
December 29, 2012
There has never been a more caring, loving, honest, just all-around-fabulous pediatrician than Dr. Nelson! I feel incredibly fortunate that my children were taken care of by him. He really made a difference in our lives. We will miss him greatly! We send all of his family loving hugs.
Moriah Devlin
December 29, 2012
Dr Nelson was such a wonderful doctor to our 4 yr old daughter. When she was just a small baby, about 9 months old, she became very sick. At the time we had a different doctor for her, but he wasn't doing a very good job so we got a referral from a family member to call Dr. Nelson. Our daughter had become so sick that she had puss coming out of her eyes! We called Dr Nelson and on the weekend, he met us at his office, not even having our daughter as his patient! He had such a big heart and we will never forget what he did for our family. We will miss him dearly and he will always be in our hearts. Thank you Dr Nelson for ALWAYS having time for our sweet baby girl and caring so much!!
valerie novak
December 28, 2012
we are all in shock because we were just in and were so happy to have such a great doctor and friend .may the Lord make peace for us all and help you all thru these tough days ,he will be missed but remembered ,
Debra Behrens
December 28, 2012
Lisa, Julie, and Kevin,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a great doctor and friend, and will be missed by us all. May God comfort you all through this very difficult time.
Kathleen Reichert
December 28, 2012
My son has been seeing Dr Nelson since he was born 6 1/2 years ago and he has been a fantastic knowledgable doctor for us! Dr Nelson was always there for us no matter what time and we will greatly miss him. We loved his frogs in the fish tank and our son always loved all the talking animals and bubble maker. Dr Nelson definitely knew medicine and the BEST approach to treat our son when needed. There is no one like him. We pray for his family, office staff and all ~
Love and Prayers
~The Reichert family
December 28, 2012
Dr. Nelson was our kids' pediatrician for 15 years. On the day each of our three kids were born, he came into the room and checked on their health within minutes of their births. He loved children and it was obvious. Our kids always enjoyed his blowing bubbles in the office, and his fun singing toys and animals. We as parents looked forward to seeing which tie he would wear during the office visit. We love Dr. Nelson! He will be so missed by all of us. Prayers go out to his family and the staff in the office.
The Kaisers
Westminster
Seth King
December 28, 2012
i had doctor nelson as my pediatrician for many years and our relationship continued when i was an adult as he was a regular customer where i worked and without fail every time he came in would track me down to see how i was doing,the one word that comes to mind as i think of Roy is Dedicated,he was without question the most dedicated person i have ever known both to his beliefs and especially to the people he cared for, i really look forward to seeing you in heaven my Friend until then please sleep well with Jesus.
Kyle Liston
December 28, 2012
I was fortunate enough to work with Dr. Nelson at Avista Hospital during it's inception, in 1990 for 10 years as a nursery and L&D nurse. In 1991, Dr. Nelson became our family pediatrician. My children would never go to another Dr. Many a time, he saved my son's life or health. He always talked to his patients first, and the children always felt they could say anything to him. He was a quiet, patient, and thorough Doctor, who administered compassionate care true to the mission of the Adventist Church and delivered care in the love and kindness of Jesus Christ. He was an exemplary physician. He will be dearly missed. He was a friend, a co-worker, a cherished family doctor, and in truly in God's service. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and his staff. It was lovely to see his wife, children, grandchildren family, and staff around him in his time of need. We are happy his legacy will live on in his practice. We know he is blessed and with the Lord now. My children will miss raiding his toy box after their visit with him, and having a doctor who listened to them always. God bless all of those close to him. Please know how much he was loved.
Misha Zmaila
December 27, 2012
Dr. Nelson was a kind hearted man. My Children absolutely adored him. They affectionately spoke of "their Dr. Bubbles" (a name that Dr. nelson gave himself when my oldest was 2) and upon leaving his office, constantly asked when they could come back to visit again. Although now he is in the presence of God, still our hearts are heavy knowing that the world will be without him. We pray for Dr. Nelson's family and his practice.
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