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Craig Nelson Obituary
CRAIG L., on Oct. 11, 2006 of Lansdowne, PA. Beloved son of David and Jane (nee Wontrobski) Nelson. Devoted brother of Laura Nelson. Also survived by maternal grandparents, Adolph and Jane Wontrobski; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral Mass Mon. 10 A.M. at St. Philomena Church, Baltimore and Highland Aves., Lansdowne. Family and friends may visit Sun. eve. 7 to 9 P.M. and Mon. 8:30 to 9:30 A.M. at DOYLE-STONELAKE FUNERAL HOME, 83-85 E. Baltimore Ave., Lansdowne. Int. SS. Peter and Paul Cem. Memorial contributions in Craig's name may be made to the Lance Armstrong Foundation, National Mail Processing Center, PO Box 6003, Albert Lea, MN 56007-6603. www.livestrong.org (include family name and address).
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Memories and Condolences
for Craig Nelson
Mark, Dottie and Nick Fertig
October 10, 2007
Dear Mr. And Mrs. Nelson and Laura,
You are in our thoughts and
prayers.
Elizabeth Delstritto - Cassidy
July 13, 2007
Im so sorry for your loss. I swam with Craig at Lansdowne Community Y, my thoughts and prayers Elizabeth DelStritto Cassidy
Tim Conley
March 13, 2007
My thoughts and prays are with you all.
Bobby Cook
November 27, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Figurelle Family
October 31, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
The Rhoads Family
October 18, 2006
Dear Nelson Family:
We were so sad to hear about the passing of Craig. We are members of the Briarcliffe Swim Club and both of our boys were coached by him. He was a great young man and you have much to be proud of.
Sincerely,
Michael Fiugalski
October 15, 2006
Dear Dave, Jane & Laura:
I am shocked and deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I know there are no words to express the great sorrow that all of you are feeling. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Craig will be especially remembered at our weekly prayer group.
Rita and Louie Cicero
October 14, 2006
There are no words to convey how sorry we are for your loss.
Please know you will be in our hearts and minds.
Michael & Diana Galantino
October 13, 2006
Dear Dave, Jane and Laura,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Ramon Ryan
October 13, 2006
Dear Dave, Jane and Laura,
I'm sorry to hear of your loss.. I will keep your family in my prayers during this hard time. Stay strong!
Ramon Ryan
Tricia and Bill Anderko
October 13, 2006
Dear Jane, David and Laura,
We hope the love and support you receive from your family, friends and faith will sustain you in the difficult times ahead. Craig was blessed with two wonderful parents and a loving sister.
Debbie Mignogna
October 13, 2006
Dear Jane, Dave, & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Debbie Mignogna
Bruce Smith
October 13, 2006
Dave, Jane and Laura,
As part of the swim team parents community, we grow close to both the other swim team parents and swimmers. We share in the grief you are feeling and offer our sincerest condolences and prayers for the strength that your family will need
Bruce, Pat, Ben and Jessi Smith
Matt Wolf
October 13, 2006
The YMCA's thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ken & Kristen Jordan
October 13, 2006
Words can not express just how sorry we are for your loss. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Anthony Inverso
October 13, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. You are loved and will be missed, but fond memories will remain in our hearts.
Karen and Bob Sharkey
October 13, 2006
Dear Jane, Dave, and Laura,
Are thoughts and prayers are with all of you. If you need us for anything we are here for you.
Arlene Murphy
October 13, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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