Jerald John "Jerry" Nelson

Jerry and Janet were very kind people. Always had a smile to greet you with. Condolences to the family. No doubt in my mind they are with the Lord and would hope all who knew them would be there with them some day!

I have one of the Good News Five CD's that I take with me on road trips back and forth to Florida. Last spring I had a Christian couple ride home with me. We had so much fun singing along enthusiastically to the familiar songs... And familiar voices!
I loved your parents. Our families go back to when you 1st moved to Des Moines and we went to Westover Baptist Church together 57 years ago! With heart felt sympathy,
Kim Hiscox, Kirby, Abe and Jeff.

Katie and I enjoyed knowing Jerry and Janet so much. They would often stop and talk to us as they were cruising the neighborhood. They will be missed by so many people. May the family take great comfort in the power and love of Jesus.

A great guy....my honor to have known !

I met Jerry and all but one of the Good News Five when New Hope started and 4 of the five joined our first choir! What a boost to a small choir! I could always count on Jerry to end a song with a slide to a low note! He was always so encouraging and willing to do anything asked of him. New Hope will miss him, especially the choir. Jo Northway