Orley Ole Nelson

Orley Ole Nelson obituary, Oshkosh, WI

Orley Ole Nelson

Upcoming Events

Sep

27

Visitation

4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Konrad-Behlman-West

100 Lake Pointe Dr, Oshkosh, WI 54904

Send Flowers

Sep

27

Funeral service

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Konrad-Behlman-West

100 Lake Pointe Dr, Oshkosh, WI 54904

Send Flowers

Only 2 days left for delivery to next service.

Orley Nelson Obituary

Visit the Konrad-Behlman Funeral Home - Eastside website to view the full obituary.

Orley O. Nelson, age 83, passed away at Aurora Medical Center on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. He was born to the late Herbert and Adella (Klemp) Nelson on June 25, 1942, in Black Creek, WI.

Orley attended Center Valley Grade school, a one room schoolhouse for the first eight years of school, and he later graduated from Seymour High School. He worked at Neenah Foundry as well as the twelve corners cheese Factory in Black Creek. He also loved doing flea markets and farm markets with his long-time companion, Arlene. He enjoyed gardening, bonfires and simply being outdoors.

Olrey is survived by his brothers, Raymond (Karen) Nelson, and James (Nancy) Nelson; children, Terry (Beth) Redmann, Darrell (Tammy) Redmann and Shelley Sedo; grandchildren, Jeremy (Carey) Redmann, Nicholas Redmann, Kristin (Bruce) Williams, Heather (Lance) Casper, & Brook Sedo; great-grandchildren, Zachary Redmann, Mason Sina, Nolan Sina, Kinsley Casper; nieces Leslie (James) Richter, Heather (Ben) Rolfs, Heidi Nelson, Tanya(Greg) Schleusner, Stacy (Tom) Gregory.

In addition to his parents, Orley was preceded in death by his long-time companion, Arlene Redmann and his beloved dog Tuffy.

A service for Orley will be held at Konrad-Behlman Funeral Homes, Westside (100 Lake Pointe Dr) on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 6PM. A time of visitation will be held from 4:30PM until the time of service. A luncheon will follow the service.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Konrad-Behlman Funeral Home - Eastside

402 Waugoo Ave, Oshkosh, WI 54901

Make a Donation
in Orley Nelson's name

How to support Orley's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Orley Nelson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Upcoming Events

Sep

27

Visitation

4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Konrad-Behlman-West

100 Lake Pointe Dr, Oshkosh, WI 54904

Send Flowers

Sep

27

Funeral service

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Konrad-Behlman-West

100 Lake Pointe Dr, Oshkosh, WI 54904

Send Flowers

Only 2 days left for delivery to next service.