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for Edward Nelson
GWEN WILLIAMS-BRAZIL
February 28, 2008
WHEN I THINK OF COACH NELSON I CAN ONLY SMILE, BECAUSE I REMEMBER HIS SMILE. THAT WHICH IS FROM THE HEART REACHES THE HEART. A FOND PARK COLLEGE MEMORY. TO THE FAMILY BE BLESSED.
PRAYERS AND CARES.
Kay Honeycutt
February 28, 2008
To all the Nelson family,
I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing, especially so soon after the loss of your mom. It is hard enough to bear the loss of one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I pray you know that they are in a much better place and will hold all the memories close to your heart. Take comfort in knowing that all will be reunited some day. I am sure both are watching over you. If you need anything, please let us know.
John Garrett
February 27, 2008
Coach Nelson was always encouraging to me in our PE classes and I thought highly of him and his sense of humor. I ran into him a few years after I graduated from Park when he was scouting a basketball game in Joplin. He remembered me and we reminisced about Park from 60 - 64. He was a very good man.
stephanie abramson-altenburg
February 27, 2008
The world is so small these days with the web. My Dad stent me an e-mail from vacation telling me your Dad had passed. I an so sorry that I did not hear in time to attend service. My prayers are with you all. Your Dad was a gem.
Monica Rutherford
February 26, 2008
After reading all of the entries about Coach Nelson, I feel sorry that I never met him. He must have been a very special person. He left behind a wonderful son. I'm so sorry Brad. I know you will miss him. My heart goes out to you.
Dani Wolfe (Muehlebach)
February 25, 2008
Dear Nelson family,
I am so sorry for the losses you have experienced this past year. Your mother was a kind, sweet and lovely lady. And, your father was the perfect compliment. I feel blessed to have had him as a teacher at Park Hill (84 grad). He taught me to enjoy the foundations of math which made it easy for me to go on to higher learning math principles. I remember trying to be lazy about difficult problems. He had the ability to not tolerate laziness in a student and helped the student realize and achieve their abilities. He had a true gift for telling you exactly what he thought, and even if you didn't like what he was saying - you still liked him! I enjoyed seeing him after high school when he would visit my parent's home. I credit him with getting my mother and me into "walking" as an exercise routine and looked forward to his latest tomato secrets. I was honored to have him attend my wedding and wish you heartfelt sympathies as you go through this difficult time.
John Orlowski
February 25, 2008
Ed Nelson was one of the finest people I have ever met. In 1979, I was hired to replace another coach at the high school. Ed made it a point to come to me and shake my hand, welcome me to the high school coaching staff, and added that he would be happy to help me in whatever I needed. Over the years, I fell out of touch with Ed, but I will never forget his friendship. He taught me more than he will ever know about coaching. He was a great mentor for me. Thank you, Ed, for making me a better person and a better coach - you will be missed.
Doug Earnhart
February 24, 2008
Brad, Greg and Sheri,
I very seldom open my home e-mail since I use the laptop from the school I teach. When I did Sunday morning I discovered the devastating news of your father. Please accept my sincere regrets. I do want you all to know how much Ed meant to so many of us. Of course, I got to know your dad at Park College and then worked with him at PHHS. Each of you will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God continue to Bless your families in this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Doug Earnhart
Edward Rohan
February 23, 2008
Coach Nelson was by handball buddy.Coming from NY coach helped remove the chip on my shoulder.I will miss you,coach.Peace and Love to the Nelsons.
Dr. Marty Davis
February 22, 2008
I first met Coach in the spring of 1966. He had come to Springfield to meet with me and my parents and to tell me about the basketball opportunities at Park College. My first and lasting impression of Coach was one of an honest and caring individual. I had the honor of playing for him from 1966-1970. We shared many victories and our share of losses, but he taught me more about life than just keeping score. I can still remember him stamping his right foot, and pointing that right finger at me while his eyes showed he truly believed in me. Coach Nelson demonstrated compassion and his love of life, two lessons that he taught me that I keep alive everday in my medical practice.
Coach Ed Nelson was a true inspiration in my life and the lives of all he touched. Thanks Coach.
Norman Knight
February 22, 2008
Coach Nelson was always a man of integrity and dedicated to instruct not only the mind and body of his students, but their entire being. As a Pastor, I will have my entire congregation pray for his family during this time of lost. His tremendous legacy lives on!
Ken Colucci
February 21, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with Coach Nelson's family. Ed was a true people person who was able to bring together differing generations during the Vietnam war era. He bent over backwards to support physical education activities for mentally challenged children as part of the secondary education program and devoted a lot of his personal time and attention to seeing that they were successful. A true loss for the Park community.
Don Vandewalle
February 21, 2008
Ed Nelson was my first boss when I stated as a young coach track and cross-country at Park College in 1976. Many a time, his experience and sage wisdom were a helpful counter balance to such a rascal. As noted in the many guest book entries, he passes from this world having made an impact on so many lives around him.
Carol Kraus
February 21, 2008
Brad, Greg & Sheri,
Bill and I just heard of your father's death. You have our sincerest sympathy. Bill and Ed loved talking about their Navy days and flying and we certainly had lots of talks about math and the goings on at Park Hill. Ed was a true gentleman and man of honor. It was my fortune to have been his friend.
Ron Green
February 21, 2008
The 61-62 basketball season with coach Nelson was one of most enjoying memories of my life. Park College's first winning season in 35 years. We loved you Coach.
Ron Green
Gary Ross
February 21, 2008
My condolences to the Ed Nelson Family...I am a Park university graduate from the 1960's and played basketball for coach for two year's...I met him on a recruiting trip when he came to New York...I enjoyed my playing year's at Park; and coach was a big part of that.....
Brenda Abanavas
February 21, 2008
Anyone fortunate to have known Coach Nelson, to have been taught by him, shared a laugh, or received an inspiring word of advice, will agree it was a memorable and blessed experience. Coach Nelson had an equally supportive and mentoring impact on those of us, his female students, as the males he coached. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.
James Drew
February 21, 2008
Coach Nelson was very instrumental in my life at an early age. We thank God for having a man of that statue to be present in our lives. He touch so many lives in his life time.
David Hackathorn
February 21, 2008
Coach Nelson was the teacher and role model everyone aspires to be. He brought me to Park College to play basketball and changed the course of my life in a seamless sequence of small conversations and memorable moments. Coach Nelson introduced April and I, encouraged us in our plans to get married and finish our educations. Playing basketball for him turned out to be a life experience filled with many friendships and fond memories.
Joey Staples
February 21, 2008
I didn't know Coach Nelson, but I have worked with his daughter Sheri for many years in ministry in Branson. Sheri is so great with people and has influenced many young lives for good. Knowing a bit how families pass on attributes, I'm sure that is a testimony to the example he set for his kids. Thank you Coach Nelson for passing on that legacy. Sheri, I pray God's comfort and peace for you and your family as you say goodbye to your dad.
Paul Garrett
February 20, 2008
I remember Coach Nelson as an important part of Park College during my 4 years there. Even though I was never active in athletics, he knew who I was and never hesitated to speak to me. My sympathy to his family.
Ray Moot
February 20, 2008
Coach Nelson was a wonderful teacher, coach and mentor. I knew him for 48 years. He was my coach and teacher at Center High School from 1959-1961 and then again was my coach and statistics teacher many years later at Park College in 1973-74. He made an indelable mark on me and all those with whom he came into contact. God bless his family as they say goodbye to him.
Ray Moot
Bobby Forbes
February 20, 2008
Coach Nelson was a man of wisdom and I appreciated him as a person. He was a blessing to me while I played basketball from 1973 - 1978. My condolences to the family.
Rev. Bobby G. Forbes
Glenna Clutts
February 20, 2008
My prayers are with you.
Stephanie Beech Brackett
February 20, 2008
He was a gruff man when I was a student but compassionate too. He was directly responsible for my finishing college and graduating with the class of "67. He was a good person.
Robin Washam
February 20, 2008
Sheri, I am so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I know you were wanting to move there to help take care of him and all of this has been so hard for you. Just know that my prayers are with you through this difficult time. Love, Robin
Doulos Ministries
February 20, 2008
Sheri and Family
Our hearts and prayers are with you during this
difficult time.
With Much Love and Care,
The Staff of Doulos Ministries
Mike and Sandy Nelson
February 20, 2008
Uncle Ed, we had some great negotiations! The family's tomato growing lore was greatly enhanced by your recollections. Thanks!
KATHY & JOHN ACKER
February 20, 2008
Ed & Ruby were are friends for years. Ed helped me with Algebra & Calculus when I went back to school. He was a great teacher as well as a friend. He ,also, taught my kids @ Park Hill. They loved him as a teacher, too. He will be missed in our lives.
E Dean Frederick
February 20, 2008
To the Nelson Kids,
Through the years I've learned that the true measure of a person's life is based on the number of people they've helped in life. Coach Nelson helped so many people in his years on earth. I'm blessed to have had three role models that shaped my life, my father, Mr. Joseph Steele and Mr. Edward Nelson. Were it not for Coach I have no idea what I'd be doing today. To God Be the Glory.
Lafe Williams
February 20, 2008
Ed was my walking buddy for a number of year and since moving from Kansas City I have missed his humor and friendship. His dry wit and his observations of life lifted the spirits of all who came in contact with him. He was a sports figure of reknown and a man of sterling character. I loved him.
Norman Miller
February 20, 2008
Coach and I had talks and plans to start a wrestling team and many other subjects. He was a real mentor to many. I'm sure there will be fond thoughts from those lives he toughed.
Mr. and Mrs. Herman Davis, Jr.
February 20, 2008
Our hearts are sadden to learn of the passing of Coach Nelson. May God continue to bless and keep you during this hour.
Herb Potter
February 20, 2008
Ed and I were friends and colleagues at Park Hill High School. We always had fun/productive visits and enjoyed a few trips to Omaha for the horse races. One of the most fun times I had coaching was the year Ed and I worked together, coaching PHHS basketball. He was a darn good guy. My best regards to Sherry, Brad, and Greg.
Herb Potter
Briggs Longbothum
February 20, 2008
With deepest synopathies to Coach Nelson's family and friends.
Michelle Burkett
February 20, 2008
Coach Nelson was such a strong individual and positive influence in the lives of many. He will be missed.
John Gondring
February 20, 2008
Coach Nelson had an influence on my life, especelly at a time when I needed a guiding hand. I liked him!
Peter Bine
February 20, 2008
I was fortunate to have played basketball for Park and Coach Nelson from 1960-64. He was a leader for young men. Like other great teachers he has a legacy that is both wide and deep.
He will be missed but those who knew him and I shall always have the fond memories of my association with him.
Thanks Coach!!!
Peter Bine '64
Greg Abanavas
February 20, 2008
Thank you, Ed, for being there for many of us when we needed you as young men, whether we knew we needed you or not.
Lou Leuzzi
February 20, 2008
I came to Park College to play basketball for Coach Nelson from 1973-1977. It was the best time in my life and owe it to Coach. He was very influential during my college days and I attribute what I have become which is a very successful executive to him. God Bless you Coach, you were the BEST.
Levi W. Snow
February 20, 2008
I deeply regret the passing of Coach Nelson, who I played basketball for at Park from 1970-74. I learned more than the sport of basketball from "Coach"! He was an extension of`my Mom & Dad during my college years. I know where he is now, he is still teaching. I was looking forward to seeing him at the recognition program. I have nothing but fond memories and I am grateful to have known him. What a great guy!! My prayers to his three children at what I am sure is a most difficult time!!
Larry Edelstein
February 20, 2008
Coach was a great educator and teacher, and I am proud to have known him while I was at Park College.
carolyn elwess
February 20, 2008
I remember Coach Nelson vividly from my school days at Park College (1967-1971). He had the ability to make required Physical Education classes fun and entertaining and will always be one of Park's legendary personalities.
After his retirement, Park Alumni always asked about him and Ed attended many Alumni reunions, relating memories and remembering names of former students he had not seen for years.
Coach Nelson was a delightful man and will be missed. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Carolyn McHenry Elwess,'71
Park University Archivist
Don Johnston
February 20, 2008
Ed was an outstanding member of the Park College (University) staff. He was not only a great coach but went beyond the call in helping with extra curricular events with the students. I have many fond memories from the late 1960's of him assisting both athletic and non- athletic events on the soccer field and in the field house.
C.A. Milliron, III
February 20, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
jim nelson
February 20, 2008
uncle ed, very sad to have you go so soon but joining aunt ruby and grandpa/grandmas has got to be sweet. hope dad and mom join you soon. what a great uncle! we had some great conversations and, of course, arguments. thanks for your life. nephew jimmy
Clifford Porter
February 20, 2008
Coach Nelson made significant contributions to my life. He probided guidance, direction and support for my life. He was my basketball coach in 1961-1963 but more importantly he encouraged me and provided advice and direction that has stayed with me thoughout my life. Coach Nelson shared his life and knowledge of basketball, whlie sharing his love.
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