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He is survived by his wife Venus Wilmer, sons and their wives Chris & Melissa Wilmer, Steve & Sandy Wilmer, grandchildren David, Savannah, Brielle, Daniel, Abigail & Olivia, plus numerous cousins and close friends.
He was well known in Bedford VA for country pattern dancing with his wife and cruising with his Fiero. He had a passion for the online DCS and flight sim community, finding joy and challenge flying formations and trick flying the P51. His sense of humor and technical knowledge will be sincerely missed. He prided himself on being handy.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in his name to Gentle Shepherd Hospice, 6045 Peters Creek Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019.
There will be a Celebration of Life, 11AM-3PM January 17, 2026 at Nelson's home in Bedford, VA.
Arrangements are being handled by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Elaine w Wright
December 5, 2025
Met Venus and her husband Nelson at the Bedford reunion club dance. I always enjoyed seeing them there .And I loved watching them dancing together .we all will miss him so much .
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