James Charles Nelson Jr.
James Charles Nelson Jr.
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Jim enjoyed playing golf, traveling, watching Jeopardy and sports, and spending time with his family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and one sister Mary Anne Nelson.
Jim is survived by his wife; Eileen; children, James "JC" Nelson III (Yen Hua) of New York, NY., Timothy (Annie) Nelson of Des Moines, IA.; three grandchildren, Vinh, Liem and Luc Nelson of New York, NY.; sisters, Barbara Nelson of Mokena, IL., and Peggy (Don Merker) Bauer of Bridgeview, IL.
Visitation will be held on Saturday November 15, 2025 from 9:00am until 10:45am at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Sherman, IL. Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00am.
Memorials may be made to Central Illinois Foodbank or to Midwest Mission in Pawnee.
Wilson Park Funeral Home, 200 E. Main St. in Rochester is assisting with arrangements.
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Sue Waldmire Impson
November 11, 2025
So very sorry to hear of Jim´s passing, thoughts and prayers of comfort for you and the family.
John Kavalunas
November 11, 2025
With deep sympathy and prayers.
Lois weissberg
November 8, 2025
I´m sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed seeing Jim visiting with him and enjoying his smile. He was a great guy.
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Kelly Fagan
November 5, 2025
So sad to hear of the loss of Jim. He was a great friend to my father and I have fond memories of him. I just told my mom today that I´ll always remember his southern accent when he spoke. She told me he was a little trouble maker when he was young. Thoughts and prayers to those who loved him.
Annie Maliongas
November 5, 2025
I am so sorry for your Loss Jim was a sweet man; we worked with him at the SJ-R 1998-2005. May you find peace in days and weeks ahead...
Mikey
November 5, 2025
God Speed Jaime!!!!
Butch and Judy Wheatley
November 5, 2025
Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Chris Schofield
November 4, 2025
I have fond memories of playing bocce ball at the Walnut Street Winery with Jim. He had an encyclopedic knowledge of baseball and was a great friend who will be sorely missed.
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