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Justin Michael Nelson

Justin Nelson Obituary

NELSON, Justin Michael

Born September 24, 1991. Fought his last battle with all leukemia on July 2, 2007 at home in Rancho Murieta, CA. surrounded by his family. He was a gallant and brave, known to us all as the "WARRIOR". He took great joy in this life and his friends and family. He is survived by his loving parents Michael (Melissa) Nelson, his natural mother Kima Nahhas, loving brother Jared Nelson, 8 adoring grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and too many friends to count. Family and friends are invited to attend a Prayer Service, Saturday, July 7, 2007 at 10:00 am. St. John Vianney Church, 10497 Coloma Road, Rancho Cordova, CA. Burial Private St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Cemetery, Rancho Murieta, CA. In lieu of flowers, remembrances to the Justin Nelson Fund, in care of El Dorado Saving Bank, P.O. Box 1340, Rancho Murieta, CA 95683.
Arrangements by
Chapel of the Valley
916-797-1448

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Published by The Sacramento Bee from Jul. 5 to Jul. 6, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Justin Nelson

33 Entries

melissa nelson

June 16, 2012

My Justin Today is 6/16/12 and it just doesn't get any easier. I think about you every moment of the day and miss you every second. You taught me so much Justin. I am so proud of you. As you let your own light shine you unconsciously gave other people permission to do the same. I love you bubba. mama melissa

Katie O'Brien

July 19, 2007

Kima and Family,

I am so sorry for you're loss. I remember when the boys used to hang out on you're porch and trade pokemon cards!!! The few times Justin would come to our home he was always smiling, joking and happy, just like you....I often think about you Kima, and my prayers are with you. Tell Jared Hi from Cameron too!!!!!

Laura Gengler/Stickels

July 14, 2007

Mike and family -
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will forever remember Justin as I knew him - an adorable, smart, little boy who made me laugh! My prayers are with you all.

Erin Hannigan-Lesley

July 14, 2007

Oh Kima, I just heard about Justin's passing last night. Interestingly I had been thinking about Justin the other day and hoping he was beyond the fight of his life, I guess I was right in some way. Connor has the photo of Justin and him that you gave him in his room from 1st grade (?). It is so adorable. They both have these wonderful smiles that only the first day of school can bring. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Justin is at peace and in the arms of the Lord. I am sending you love. hugs and strength. Erin

Jewel Carter

July 13, 2007

Lanita,
Your many cousins in Oklahoma, feel you & your families sorrow, with loosing Justin. I felt like I knew him, through you. What a wonderful young mature man he was, with a Spirit of Gold. God be with all of your family.

mary peretto

July 9, 2007

Mike,
It seems like yesterday I was babysitting the boys. I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family our in my prayer.

Teresa Quento

July 9, 2007

Dear Kima and the Nelson Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss, it is unimaginable. Even though we haven't spoke recently, you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. I hope, with time, God helps to ease the pain you all must be enduring. God Bless

Leigh Smith

July 9, 2007

Dear Nelson/Lilly Family,
I had the pleasure of meeting Justin through my sister & brother in law, Justin's grandparents, Cherie & David Lilly. Justin was fun to be with as well as his brother Jared. I have heard nothing but good things about him from my sister. I wish I could have known him more but all the stories I hear about him, makes it feel like I DID know him personally and most of his life.

Justin - you will be remembered always - in the fondest most loving way.

Shelby Bazil (safeway pharmacy)

July 8, 2007

To the Nelson Family,
Mike, I know I did not know Justin well, but I watched you support him & struggle with yourself in the last few months. I'm so sorry that you have lost him & I wish I could help in some way to ease your families pain. Try to remember he is at peace now & while your pain will never leave you completely, he would want you to go on with a good memory. Please let me know if I can do anything for you.

Debbie Schlosser

July 8, 2007

Justin will forever remain in our hearts. God bless. Love from the Schlosser Family, Mike, Debbie, Beth and Joe

Karen Barbre

July 7, 2007

I would like to take this time to thank you for sharing God’s greatest gift to you with my family. My children attend St John Vianney. They have become warriors because of your warrior. When I told them of Justin’s passing the hugged me and said, “Mom are you okay “and I said yes but I’m really sad. My oldest told me death is sad for those we leave behind because going back to God is what we all live for. We will continue to keep your family in our prayers. Thank you so much. The Barbre’s

joanne Tansey

July 7, 2007

Our prayers have been with Justin since Debbie told us of his illness and his struggle to survive. We will remember the entire family in our prayers now. Justin is free of pain now, he is dancing with the angels in Heaven.

PATTY WILLIAMS

July 7, 2007

I am so sorry about your loss. Thank you for letting us get to know Justin. I worked at the gate at Rancho Murieta for years and Jusin always had a smile for me even when he didnt feel all that great. He will be missed. GOD BLESS YOU JUSTIN.

Eric Williams

July 7, 2007

My condolences go out to you and your family for your loss. We hope that you will all continue to stay strong and know that there are many people that are here to support you all.

Shawna Petrie

July 6, 2007

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Shawna and Gracie Petrie

Tyler Hill, Christine and Alan

July 6, 2007

We are very sad to hear about Justin. Even though time has passed between us, we think of all of you often. Hanging in our hallway is a picture of Tyler, Jared and Justin. Justin's smile is sweet and eyes sparkle. The boys had such a great time together. We are fortunate that Justin was part of our lives. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love always,

Jo Guptill

July 6, 2007

Mike and family, My heart and prayers go out to you.Justin the Warrior was a awesome boy. I have so many great memories of Justin , Jake an me when we were all rooming together in the hospital. Jake adored Justin as all of our family does. Love an prayers. Auntie Jo

Jennifer Marrah

July 6, 2007

I am a friend of Leigh's and have been following Justin's progress. Though I never knew him, I could tell he was a fighter. I am sorry for your loss, but be reassured that he is at peace and whole again and he will always be with you until you meet again. God Bless

Jaime Ferguson

July 6, 2007

Mike & Family-

May the happy memories of Justin help you thru this difficult time. He was a brave boy and endured so much in his short life. Now he is at peace. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Charlotte Enriquez

July 6, 2007

Kima, just know that you have always been, and will always be in my prayers. remember, your never alone, whatever stage we are at in our lives God is always by our side. I love you and will always be here for you.....your Amiga Char

Charlotte, Joseph, and Sabi Enriquez

July 6, 2007

Mike and family, we had the pleasure of living across the street from you on Southport Drive. Justin and Jared were always full of energy :.) and a joy to have around, I will always remember Justin as a very smart, funny and charismatic young boy. I can remember him calling me "Rosarita" because he loved when I made tacos !! You are all in my prayers.

Nancy Ribordy

July 6, 2007

Dear Mike & family,
Remembering Justin's joy in life and his bravery will help to sustain all of you in this sad time. I am so sorry for your loss.

Randy and Sam Dolhanyk

July 6, 2007

Mike,
We are so sorry for your loss.We can't image how hard this is for all of you, but your family is strong and you can look to each other for support. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
The Dolhanyk family

Debbie Mildwurm-Downing

July 6, 2007

I am a friend of Leigh Smith's and I have been following Justin's brave battle. I am so sorry. Life just isn't fair at time. Your in my prayers

Kim Boak

July 5, 2007

We were honored to have Justin in our lives. Seeing him fight his cancer day after day with little to no complaints was an inspriation....he truly is a Warrior. He touched our family, especially our son Jake who is now resting in heaven. It gives us peace to know that our little boys paths will meet again. The Boak Family.

John Ingrim

July 5, 2007

Mike,

No words can express the sorrow you must feel. Just know that he's in a better place and one day you two will reunite.

Susan & David Forbess

July 5, 2007

Bob, Lanita, We are sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Justin is at peace now.

Diane Mott

July 5, 2007

My prayers and thoughts are with the Nelson family. I will miss seeing Justin, his warm smile and his great personality. I'm so glad we were blessed with him as a roommate. It helped Dominic and our family so much. Thank you for everything you guys did for us and we will never forget the generosity Justin and his family showed to us and to Dom. Justin will be greatly missed!

Denise Clary/Mott

July 5, 2007

I know he is in a better place. I know he is feeling so much better. But Justin's smile and face are very much missed!

What a bright smile - Always!

Margie Mott

July 5, 2007

We will never forget Justin and have been blessed by his sweet spirit and wisdom this past year & a half. We feel like family and it's with deepest sorrow that we say goodbye, but with utmost love that we think of him. With so many thanks for all he did for us, especially Dominic.
Love, The Mott Family

Michelle

July 5, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time. I never met Justin, but knew of his battle through a friend. Please know that Justin is always going to be with you, and touched many lives. God Bless.

Nannette Simmen

July 5, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are Mike and Debbie's neighbors and we met Justin at Christmas time while doing the toy drive for Sutter Memorial. He had a wonderful smile and was such a sweet boy. Thinking of you at this time.
The Simmen Family

July 4, 2007

My thoughts are with your family. I met Justin while volunteering at Sutter. He really was a fighter and a jokester. I am sorry for your loss.

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