Dewey Nelson Obituary
Dewey M. Nelson was born in Faribault, MN to Alfred and Lillian (Gunhus) Nelson. He attended the University of Minnesota where he received an Engineering degree. He worked as an Engineer and went to night school at William Mitchell College of Law. He graduated from law school in 1965.
In 1961, he married Phyllis Sadusky and they had three children; Dan (Lori) Nelson, Brian (Jodi) Nelson, Suzie (Jim) Eklund. They moved to Morris in 1966, where Dewey worked as a lawyer for many years. In 1980, he married Patricia Lesmeister and to that union two sons were born; Craig (Michelle) Nelson, Corey (Tiffany) Nelson.
Dewey died January 3, 2026, at the age of 87, having resided the last four years of his life at West Wind Village in Morris where he was content and happy. His family is forever grateful for the wonderful care he received.
Dewey is survived by his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. No formal services will be held. His family plans to meet and celebrate his life in the mountains where he enjoyed elk hunting.
Pedersen Funeral Home in Morris is in care of the arrangements for Dewey.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
101 Atlantic Ave, Morris, MN 56267
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