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Andrew "Andy" Nelson

1951 - 2021

Andrew "Andy" Nelson obituary, 1951-2021, Punxsutawney, PA

BORN

1951

DIED

2021

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George A. Strish, Inc. Funeral Home - Ashley

105 N Main St

Ashley, Pennsylvania

Andrew Nelson Obituary

Andrew "Andy" Nelson, age 69, of Punxsutawney, passed away Saturday, Jan. 30, 2021, in the comfort of home, surrounded by family.
He was born in Philadelphia on Aug. 24, 1951, the son of the late Andrew A. and Alice (Hubert) Nelson.
Andrew attended Sharon Hill High School, Philadelphia, and graduated class of 1973 from Penn State University, State College.
He was employed for 42 years at P&N Coal Company, Punxsutawney, as the CFO, retiring from that position in June of 2020.
He is survived by daughters Nicole Nelson of Wilkes Barre and Brittany Nelson of Buffalo, New York; two adoring grandchildren, CJ Long and Emma Long; sister Rose Troilo and husband Daniel of Scottsdale, Arizona; and nieces and nephews. Former wife, Evis Ross (Neil) of Bear Creek Township, became Andy's dedicated caretaker as he battled late-stage cancer with great strength. Evis and Andy found companionship in the care of their grandchildren and through Evis's steadfast and compassionate commitment to Andy's comfort during his convalescence.
Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are by George A Strish, Inc. Funeral Home, 105 North Main St., Ashley, PA.

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Published by The Punxsutawney Spirit from Feb. 3 to Feb. 4, 2021.

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Darlene Rich

January 28, 2024

One year has passed--Still drive past the office where we worked and look thru the windows--do I remember where we we sat----sure do.

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Tom seale

February 8, 2021

He was a good man. And in the last few months of his life, he and talked a great deal. He morphed into a great human being. Love always your nephew, Tom Seale.

Jeffrey Lundy

February 5, 2021

I was so sorry to hear of Andy's passing. I had the pleasure and honor of working with Andy on many matters while he was with P&N Coal. He was a gentleman and professional in all his dealings. A gentle and honest man. My deepest sympathies to his family.

Joseph & Darlene Rich

February 4, 2021

WE were so saddened to hear of Andy's passing. Our sincere sympathy and prayers to the family . I worked with Andy for over 30 years, and became very good friends.We also shared many hockey stories about Philly and Pittsburgh.

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