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Nelson Harlow Obituary
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, at St. John's Catholic Church, 114 Sodus St. in Clyde. Burial will be at the NYS Veterans Cemetery- Finger Lakes in Romulus, N.Y.
Nelson was born and grew up in Virginia, he was the son of the late Bernard and Martha King Harlow. He moved to New York to raise his family in the country.
He had a quick wit and a wonderful sense of humor. He was a caring loving soul and could start a conversation with anyone. And if the topic was cars or hunting, he could talk for hours.
He had a warm generous heart and could be counted on to help anyone who asked without any thought of himself. He loved being out in nature. He was hard working, dedicated and had many talents enabling him to build his dream home with his wife and family. Barb, his wife of 58 years, was the love of his life. His family always came first. His grandchildren and great grandchildren gave him joy.
He enjoyed telling stories, sharing his life and experiences. He will be greatly missed by everyone he touched.
Nelson is survived by his wife Barbara; four daughters Louise (Leonard) Hand, Denice (Jeffrey Sr.) Fischette, Darlene (David) Doig, Lisa (David) Paddock; eleven grandchildren and five great grandchildren; a sister Barbara (Jerry) Butts: a brother Thomas (Patsy) Harlow. He was predeceased by four siblings Bernard Jr.. Gordon, Kenneth, and Gloria.
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Norma J Burrage
November 20, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Nelsons passing. I have known Nelson since I was 10 years old. He was a usher at the movie theater my friend and I went to , called Buckingham Theater. Love nelson and his family they are some of the nicest and kindest people. My love goes to barb , Louise, Denise , Darlene and Lisa .
Lucy DiSanto
October 3, 2025
My sincerest sympathy to Barb and family. Nelson was genuine and well respected. Family came first & his kindness was well known to many! May he rest in peace.
Joe & Ronna Merenda
October 2, 2025
Denice, and family. We send our condolences to you with the passing of your dad. During our conversations you would speak so fondly of him and what a great father he was, sharing with me wonderful memories that you will always have of him!
Now, he is free of pain and is at peace with our lord!
George & Dolores Attenboro
September 30, 2025
Barb, Louise, Denice, Darlene and Lisa. Our thoughts and prayers to all of you in the passing of Nelson. Sorry for your loss. Love, George and Dolores
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