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Gerald Nelson Obituary

Rev. Gerald Nelson who was born in Hinckley, MN on 3-14-35 and died peacefully on 1-6-23. He is survived by 3 children, 8 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Kay in 2019. Our Saviour's Lutheran Church (815 S. Washington Street in Naperville, IL) is having a memorial service on April 1st, 2023. Pastor Jerry and his wife Kay served there from 1974 until he retired in 1997. Visitation begins at 10:00 a.m, with the service starting at 11:00 a.m. A light luncheon will follow. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Our Saviour's Lutheran Church for the "Pastor Jerry and Kay Nelson memorial fund."

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Mar. 5, 2023.

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Esther Redelsheimer

April 1, 2023

Pastor Jerry always said the right words with love, comfort, and understanding-he connected many many people to church and helped us all to know and love Jesus .

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Linda Trujillo

March 9, 2023

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Karla Cossa

March 5, 2023

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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Our Saviour's Lutheran Church

815 S. Washington Street, Naperville, IL

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Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

Our Saviour's Lutheran Church

815 S. Washington Street, Naperville

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