Edward Gordon Nelson Jr.
1931 - 2012
Edward Gordon Nelson Jr.
1931 - 2012
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BORN
1931
DIED
2012
Edward Nelson Obituary
March 22, 1931 - March 10, 2012
Loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather passed away on March 10, 2012. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Joan; and his four children, Mike (Chris), Perry, Tracy (John) and Kim (Brent); grandchildren, Ryan, Breanna, Cori, Annalee and Bryce and great-grandchildren, Hayden, Stella and Lincoln. He is also survived by his sister Gloria and many nieces and nephews. He was born in Chicago, Illinois and moved to Wilmington, CA when he was a teenager, graduating from Banning High. After high school he joined the Navy where he earned the nickname "Matey" for which he became known throughout his career and life. He was employed by GTE for 34 years, retiring as an engineer. He coached Pop Warner football and Little League baseball for many years and loved his faith, camping and music. A funeral Mass will be held at St. Cornelius Church on Thursday, March 15, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Long Beach Ronald McDonald House.
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March 13, 2012
Dear Aunty Joan and family,
Our deepest sympathies to you on the loss of Uncle Ed. We remember him with fondness, and Jennifer in particular remembers his special nickname of her "Annie", based on her red curls. Remember the good times, be very proud of your care of Uncle Ed and be good to yourselves. His was a life well lived.
xxxxx
Much love, Paula, Jennifer & Victoria, Pickering, Ontario,Canada
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