Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Wimberg Funeral Home - Galloway

211 E. Great Creek Road

Galloway, New Jersey

Nelson Haws Obituary

Haws, Nelson, - 76, of Galloway, Nelson S Haws Sr, 76 years of age, a life-long resident of the Atlantic City area passed away on Thursday evening comfortably at home surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving partner of +25-years, Marge Nelson, his 3-sons, Nelson Jr, Thomas, and Jonas, as well as his 6 beautiful grandchildren Samantha, Nelson III, Chloe, Kylee, Thomas Jr., and Jake Haws. His loving family included his brothers and sisters, Evelyn, Marge, Charles, Marilyn, Bob and Roy, as well as Nelson Jr's wife Natalia and Jonas's wife Devon. His extended family includes Jason, Jenifer, Michael and grandsons Austin, Dylan, and Aiden. Nelson was a proud member of the Atlantic City Beach Patrol on which he served for well over 30-years. He loved the beach and he loved the brotherhood and comradely of all with whom he served. He was also a successful real estate broker and financial consultant for decades but the summers were all about rowing, swimming and being on the beach patrol. Nelson moved to South Florida in 1998 to enjoy the warmer weather and spend more time with his sons Nelson Jr. and Thomas in what was an absolutely incredible +20 years of life. He so enjoyed traveling the world with Marge and loved being with all three of his sons, whether traveling with Jonas to upstate New York, or hanging out with Nelson Jr and Tom in Florida, boating, golfing, playing tennis or helping out with home projects or just watching football on Sundays eating pizza and drinking beer together. To know Nelson was to love him. He touched so many people with his warmth, humor and genuine spirit. If he was your friend, there was nothing he wouldn't do to help you. He was always willing to spend time or just listen and give what always seemed to be such grounded advice. And as a father, his commitment to family was unwavering. As a coach of every childhood sport, a brother to 3-sisters and 3-brothers, an amazing friend and amazing father, he will be missed by so many. In honor of his life and love for the beach patrol, per his wishes, his ashes will be united with the ocean directly off Kentucky Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ where he spent so many wonderful summers. A beachside ceremony will be organized in early summer 2022. A gathering and memorial service will be held at Wimberg Funeral Home in Galloway, NJ on Tuesday February 15th, at 10am – 12pm. For condolences and direction, please visit wimbergfuneralhome.com.
Published by The Press of Atlantic City on Feb. 14, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Nelson Haws

Sponsored by Wimberg Funeral Home - Galloway.

Not sure what to say?





Tom G Traylor

September 29, 2025

Just found out about the passing of my dear friend Nelson. So sorry for your loss. Nelson and I were roommates our freshman year in college in Texas.

Jim Price

February 18, 2022

Sorry to here . Your Dad was a great man. RIP Mr Haws

EDIE NELSON

February 16, 2022

So Sorry for Your Loss

Scott Conesky

February 15, 2022

Will be missed
THE BEST

Henry Hahn

February 14, 2022

To Nelson
Rest in peace my friend. So many good memories.Too many stories to tell. I will miss you fondly.
To Evelyn, Marge, Marilyn, Charles, Roy and Robert. My condolences in Nelson's passing and remembering you as well in your time of grief. To Marge, Nelson,
Thomas and Jonas, so sorry for your loss. A good man
and life long friend. God bless you all.
Henry & Barbara Hahn

David Behr

February 14, 2022

And so yet another member of the extraordinary A.C.H.S. Class of 1964 has gone to his eternal resting place after a productive and rewarding life. May Nelson's memory be a blessing.

Rick Yates

February 14, 2022

ACBP "brother" RIP !

JAMES GILMORE III

February 14, 2022

You will forever be one with the "Beach and Wave's." ...Rest in Peace A.C. Lifeguard.

Carol & Joe Rott

February 14, 2022

We are saddened to learn of Nelson´s passing. We shared many memories of high school, the beach and tennis matches! He was a fun loving and upbeat guy. May the Lord give the family peace and strength at this time.

Showing 1 - 9 of 9 results

Make a Donation
in Nelson Haws's name

Memorial Events
for Nelson Haws

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Wimberg Funeral Home - Galloway

211 E. Great Creek Road, Galloway, NJ 08205

How to support Nelson'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
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
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
Ways to honor Nelson Haws'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