Beverly Nelson Obituary
Beverly Ann Nelson, age 84, of Park Rapids, MN, died on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Crystal Brook Nursing Home in Park Rapids, MN; surrounded by family.
Beverly was born on July 5, 1941, in Orton Township, MN the daughter of William and Bernice (Koehler) Anderson. She grew up in St. Paul, MN, she attended the Cathedral School in St. Paul, MN. She was united in marriage Roy J. Nelson on July 10, 1959. They were blessed with three children, James, David, and Julie. After marriage the family moved to South St. Paul, MN. She was employed by the YWCA as head of housekeeping for 33 years. Her hobbies included gardening, cooking and spending time with family.
Cherishing her memory are her Children; James (Susan) Nelson, David Nelson, Julie (Arne) Lingofelt, and Sister, Esther (Allen) Schleif, five grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren.
Beverly is preceded in death by her husband, Roy Nelson, her sister Mary Lou Austin and her brother William Anderson.
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608 Park Ave S, Park Rapids, MN 56470
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