Lyle R. Nelson

Lyle R. Nelson

Lyle Nelson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 1, 2016.
Lyle was born on May 1, 1937 and passed away on Friday, January 29, 2016. Lyle was a resident of Saint Louis, Michigan at the time of his passing. Shortly after joining the Air Force. He was married to Lena. The family will receive visitors on February 6 2016 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at St. Louis United Methodist Church. A memorial service will follow at 4:00 pm with Pastor Terri Bentley officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society St. Louis VFW Ladies Auxiliary in care of Lena Nelson or to the St. Louis United Methodist Church.

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February 2, 2016

Tim and Rachel Musselman posted to the memorial.

February 1, 2016

Amos Hall posted to the memorial.

January 31, 2016

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Tim and Rachel Musselman

February 2, 2016

We won't be able to be there on Saturday to express our sympathy but will be thinking of all of you. Lyle was a very nice person and a long-time family friend. We are so sorry for your loss.

Amos Hall

February 1, 2016

I will miss the phone calls from Lyle, We had great visits the years he lived on Corunna Rd. He was a great friend indeed.. Lena and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Amos and Rosie

Wayne Austin

January 31, 2016

sorry to hear about Lyles passing. he spent many afternoons dancing and listening to my band. RIP

Gary Leonard

January 31, 2016

Lyle's Family
Sorry, to hear about your loss of Lyle
We were good childhood friends and joined
the US AIR FORCE together.

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