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ZEPHYRHILLS - Joseph R. Neslon, 41, of Zephyrhills, FL passed away June 6th, 2010 due to cancer in Tulsa, OK.
He had received his pilot license and was a member of AOPE. He loved helping people and had a really big heart.
He was preceded in death by his father, Revis Nelson, his mother in law Carolyn Abdallah, and his sister Cheryl House. He was survived by his wife Kelly J. Nelson, mother, Mary Nelson, sons: Mitchell Nelson, Dalton Nelson, Zane Gano, Devin Gano, and Cameron Gano, daughters: Stephanie Varnes and Melissa Varnes, brother, Larry Nelson, and sister Camilla L. Ethridge (Lewis), and one grandchild Mahalia Varnes.
Visitation will be Friday June 11th from 6-8pm and funeral services will be Saturday June 12th at 2pm. Both will be at Ott-Laughlin Funeral Home in Auburndale, FL. Condolences may be left at www.ottlaughlinfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Nelson
Kelly Nelson
June 3, 2021
All these years and my heart still hurts. I miss you with everything in me. I love you always and forever my love!
Courtney Spoolstra
June 4, 2020
I will always remember how much you loved Kelly. I remember when you guys met. Your wedding was beautiful. And it was so awesome seeing you guys so happy together. Rest easy Joe. We miss you. Thank you for being such a loving man to my sweet friend. Xoxo
Kelly Nelson
June 4, 2020
My love not a day goes by that I don't think of you and love you so much!! You took a piece of my heart when you left me that day! No matter what happens in life I will always miss and love you with my whole heart!!!❤
LINDA VAZQUEZ
March 9, 2011
I AM SO SORRY I DID NOT KNOWN HIM THAT GOOD BUT I MEET HIM WHEN HE WAS WENT MY SISTER GEVE
Josh Wilbur
August 18, 2010
I always loved being around Joe. he was such a kind and funny person. God bless you Joe!
Angela Keene
July 19, 2010
Dear Nelson family.
It has been a very long time since I have seen Joe and was saddened to learn that he has passed. He had such a contagious smile and could always make me laugh especially when my life was not going so well. He was a friend to all whose path he crossed. I will miss him terribly and regret that I did not keep in touch with him. I send my deepest condolences for your loss and take a little bit of comfort knowing that he is in the Kingdom of Heaven and one day I will be able to apologize for not being as good a friend as he was.
To Joe...I know you are watching over those sweet babies and your grandbaby. By now you surely know that Doug is up in Heaven with you...just proof to me that the Lord only takes the best! I will miss you my friend. I am sooo happy that you found a wonderful love before you were called away. Watch over us all until we see each other again!!!!
Tami Palmer
July 8, 2010
Joe,
You will missed and forever in our hearts. I remember all the good times we had just singing away... you were a good friend and someone who was always there to listen when I needed to talk. I'm gonna miss your smiling face.
Rest In Peace My Friend, See you in Heaven.
amanda woods
June 29, 2010
God Bless You and your family
The Whole Gang
Nelson Family
June 21, 2010
His Whole World
Mahalia Varnes
June 21, 2010
A Very Happy Day In Joe's Life
Stephanie Nelson
June 21, 2010
Grandpa Holding Mahalia;s Costume So Proud
Mahalia Varnes
June 21, 2010
Our Wedding Day
Kelly and Joe Nelson
June 21, 2010
Sun N Fun We Had A Blast
Kelly Nelson
June 21, 2010
I Will Love You Forever
Kelly Nelson
June 21, 2010
Me and My Joe
Kelly and Joe Nelson
June 21, 2010
True Love
June 21, 2010
Stephanie & Mahalia Varnes
June 19, 2010
Dad,
I know at times I didn't always listen to you but I love you more than you will ever really know. I'm glad that your in a better place now and not suffering and im glad you got a chance to know your granddaughter who loves you very much,everytime she sees your picture she says daddy and kisses the picture because you were like a dad to her. You are the greatest man I will ever know. Looking back now I wish I would have spent more time with you. I know I gave you a hard time when I first came to live with you and I regret that so much and wish I could take it back the only thing I can do now is make you proud.Me and mahalia love you very much and will always miss you.You were a great person.I still remember you telling me a person is only as good as their word.
me and dad last year at rays game
Stephanie Varnes
June 19, 2010
Sam Emory
June 12, 2010
Joe,
Though our meeting was brief, I was privileged to have known you but for a short time. Your kindness & strength as a husband, father & friend was a light that shone brightly. You were taken from this earth far too soon for those of us left behind, but I know that you will watch over your loved ones until you are reunited.
helen hinson
June 12, 2010
we miss him allready but he will be with us forever ray and helen hinson lakeland fl.
Daniel Richards
June 12, 2010
Joe
you always were a happy person. No matter what you were going through you had a smile on your face. We will mess you RIP brother
I LOVE YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER DAD
DALTON NELSON
June 12, 2010
I will never say goodbye to you my Father
cause I know this is not the end for us to see each other.
You will only be going to a place where there is no pain
nor suffering.
I am happy for you, for you will be with God.
For now we need to go in seperate ways.
I remember how your arms hold me and give me strength.
You were always there to listen, love, and defend me in everything.
You were my very best friend.
In my triumphs you were always proud.
I am very grateful and proud to call you my dad.
Here deep inside my heart you will always be.
I would give up everything I have just to hug you one more time.
I remember the last time I held your hand and how you looked me
in the eyes.
If I could only turn back the time I would have never let you go.
I felt the world stop and my heart stop beating when they told
me that you were gone.
How I wish I was dreaming.
Just like the rain; tears fell down from my eyes, I could not speak
for a while.
Thank you Dad.
For always understanding, listening, caring, and loving me for the
rest of your life.
The greatest gift that God gave me was YOU... My Dad.
Me and my Daddy are like two peas in a pod. One pea is no good
without the other pea.
It is difficult to let you go but I must, I must return the gift God gave me...
Till then;
SEE YOU IN HEAVEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'LL LOVE YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER DAD.
YOUR LOVING SON
DALTON NELSON
Amy Mosley
June 12, 2010
I never got to meet you Uncle Joe, but through all the pictures and words spoke of you I know you are a good person. You made my Aunt Kelly very happy and I also thank you for that.
Aunt Kelly I know this is the most difficult time for you. I wish I could change things. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Uncle Joe I never got to meet you but will allways think about you. You will live on through your beautiful wife and kids. I love you Aunt Kelly and Uncle Joe. Until we finally meet Uncle Joe
Joe's First Solo
Gary Hunter
June 12, 2010
Joe's First Solo
Gary Hunter
June 12, 2010
Joe's First Solo
Gary Hunter
June 12, 2010
Douglas Richards
June 11, 2010
To the man who smiled through everything that life threw at him, May you remain in happiness for eternity. Joe, we will miss you and your contagious smile that you shared with all of us.
Sincerely,
Pastor Douglas Richards
or as you always called me,
Dougie
Jennifer Conrad
June 11, 2010
Hey joe this is your long lost daughter jennifer...i miss you truly there is not a day that goes by that i wish i could still call you or there is not a day that goes by that i think of you and there is not a day that goes by that i cry wishing i could get more advice from you about simple things...i should have taken advantage of you while i could.you were like my dad and i will always think of you like that...i miss you terribly...the memories we have had is priceless and in my heart forever...to joe's family you truly had a wonderful blessed husband and dad...i know one thing for sure you came into this world loved and went out loved and between all that time you blessed everyone you knew...your in my heart forever...i love you joe and forever i will....
long lost daughter,
Jennifer Conrad
Anja Conrad
June 11, 2010
Dear Joe,
Jenny and I tried so hard to say good bye to you in Tulsa.
You will be so missed. We will never forget the day during the rain storm here in Texas when you evaluated our home... sitting on top of the roof, making sure it was a good home to live in. I am so glad you found Love at last with Kelly, even though it was a short time. You were happy and she completed you. Every time we have the little planes fly over our home, I think of you and the passion you had for flying. We love you Joe, I never knew how much Jenny looked up to you until I saw her brake down in front of me. Joe, please watch over everyone. You remain in our hearts forever. All of our Love and Prayers are with Kelly, Dolton and the rest of the family...
Iola Morgan
June 11, 2010
although his time on earth was short.. god only picks the best people to be angels to watch over those who need it ..he was chosen because he was a caring and loving person.. yes he might haven been tooken from all of us and will be missed deeply god is trying to show us that he needed to help joe whie joe helps others.. i am sorry for your loss and wantyou to know we are here for you and the family with deepest sympothy and love Iola and Ashley Morgan
Cindy Harman
June 11, 2010
My sweet friend Kelly and family.We all miss you so much at CTCA in Tulsa. There are no words to express how much meeting you here has meant to me. I am so very sorry for everything,always remember the good times you had with him.You are so strong and can make it one day at a time.Joe will never be far from you and always in your heart.Please keep in touch with me.All my thoughts are with you.My deepest sympathy Cindy and Geoff Harman
Lynne Chesnut Murray
June 10, 2010
Kelly - It was my honor to be able to bring the union of your families together. All the sacrifices you made and the comfort you have brought will come back to you ten fold. Joe is at peace and there is no doubt that he will be watching over you and the rest of the family. If there is anything you need, just ask. Until we all meet again on heaven shores. There is never a goodbye, just "see you later."
Take care, my friend.
Lori C
June 10, 2010
Joe words cannot describe my feelings for you. You brought so much joy to my best friend (kelly). She learned with you what it was like to have a man love her unconditionally. You gave her all the things she had deserved for so long but had never experienced. It was so easy to look in your eyes and see the love you had for her. For that I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Kelly, You also gave Joe a love he had never experienced with anyone else. That you can be sure of. Even though you are left behind to grieve, remember Joe would want you to celebrate his life and be happy. He loved your smile so you have to make sure to smile he is watching. I am here for you and always will be. I so wish I could take away the pain you feel. Just make sure everytime you look at the kids or the baby you are seeing Joe. I know it's not much, but at least you have reminders and memories until you meet again. I love you both so very much
Lori
Vicky Olson
June 10, 2010
Kelly, I know you loved Joe very much and will miss him. I have asked God to give you strength in this difficult time. Remember, to take one minute at a time and God will help you put one foot in front of the other. I'm honored to have the chance to meet you and Joe. God bless and keep you in His care
crystal varnes
June 10, 2010
I am sorry this happened to a great guy like Joe. I will always keep him in my heart.
fred mitchell
June 10, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
pessica boyd
June 9, 2010
Joe was always the one ready with a comment or something that would make anyone having a bad day feel better.. Joe you will be missed dearly, but i know that you are watching over all of us...
daddys little angel missa
June 9, 2010
to mom and everyone who really cared about my daddy first...i love you daddy and i really miss u and there`s not a moment that has went by that i haven`t missed you thought about u u are my best friend and my night and shining armor i love u mr.fred second...this is to my mommy and family and my daddy`s close friend`s it is going to be ok just know there is no more suffering he has no more worries and we no longer have to stress he`s is in such a better place and we will all see him again one day but untill then just keep him close in one another`s hearts i love u all and i love u daddy LOVE DADDY`S LITTLE GIRL!!!!
June 9, 2010
Lynn and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
We will be praying for your family.
Love and Prayers
Lisa (stafford) Callaway
Danielle and Jesse Meyer
June 9, 2010
Our deepest and most sincere sympothies and condolences to the Nelson family. Joe now has a pain free perfect body and present with our Lord and Savior. Aunt Kelly we are always here for you.
Toni Mackinson
June 9, 2010
Dear Kelly and Family,
Though I had only known Joe for 2 1/2 years it did not take but a moment to recognize that he was the most caring and understanding man I had ever met. He cared for his friends and was always there for them. His heart was full of love for you and his family. He was a remarkable and intelligent man. I always loved his little slogans/sayings about life. He was an inspiration to those who knew him. I feel truly blessed to have known this wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless
June 9, 2010
Kelly, I am honored to have worked with Joe for the past three years for Sun N Fun. He was a caring and sweet person that would do anything for anyone and he loved his family very much. My prays and thoughts go out to your family
Sincerely,
Ellie DeMontigny, Mystic, CT
June 9, 2010
Kelly, I was honored to have worked with Joe for the past three years down at Sun N Fun. He was a very sweet person with a heart of gold for anyone and loved you and your family very much. He will be missed and my thoughts and prays are with your family.
Ellie DeMontigny, Mystic, CT
Robin Kirk
June 9, 2010
Absent from the body...present with the Lord. God Bless your family and may he give you an extra blessing of strength.
katrina abbey
June 9, 2010
kelly, i could never begin to know what your going through, but i do know you have wonderful freinds and family that love you. our sympathys are with you in your time of sorrow.your gonna miss your joe but hell be right there with you, hun!! we love you guys. we send our condolences to mrs mary too! love ya!!!
June 9, 2010
JOEY REST IN PEACE We know you are in a better place,no pain no illness. my thoughts and prayers are with your family. Sharon Willis
Melodie Curran
June 9, 2010
Kelly, I am honored to have known you and Joe and grateful to have been given the opportunity to help care for him. You two are an amazing couple and I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers for a very long time. Joe would be proud of you for the way you fought for him and loved him. Please keep in touch Kelly, I consider you my friend!
~Melodie~CTCA
Brett Singleton
June 9, 2010
For a man who was as great a friend as someone could be. I only knew Joe what was a short time yet was blessed beyond what words could ever say! To Kelly, his mom Mary, brother Larry, sister Camilla and his children and a grandchild, you had a truly wonderful man in your life and were blessed! My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Jose Marcial
June 9, 2010
Joe my friend,
Life is so unfair. You were a best friend for 20 yrs, but not nearly long enough. What will I do without your friendship?
Kelly, may the Lord comfort you and the kids and know that Your Joe is watching over us.
Goodbye my friend, we'll see each other
one day.
Nancy/Sherry Gravelle
June 9, 2010
Peace be with you and your family Kelly, If you need anything or just want to visit Texas give me a call. Much love and prayers for you and the children. We ? you!!
Sherry Adams Ratliff
June 9, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Denise Korjack
June 9, 2010
Joe, you are greatly missed. May you be the angel to look over your family.
Paula
June 9, 2010
He will be missed.
Darin Richards
June 9, 2010
I first came to meet Joe in Jr. High School. I had no idea at that time that he would be a friend for life. I will truly miss the friendship we shared.
Susan Jones
June 9, 2010
Tears are God’s gift to us. Our holy water. They heal us as they flow. ~Rita Schiano, Sweet Bitter Love, 1997, published by The Reed Edwards Company
You & your family remain in our prayers through this time of struggle and into healing.
Kelly, you are a very strong woman and were given to Joe during this time for a reason, because God knew that you would be a comfort to him through this process.
Amanda King
June 9, 2010
Dear Kelly,
There are no words to express the loss you must feel. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Amanda King
Chrissy Swan
June 9, 2010
My heart goes out to you and the family at this time and in days ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kelly Nelson
June 9, 2010
My Joe you are my love my life and I miss you so much! I just dont know how to carry on without you. Just know one day we will meet in the Kingdom of Heaven and I will no longer be sad and my heart will be full again. My promise to you is to carry on and make sure our children are taken care of because I know this is what you would want me to do.Please rest in peace baby and know nothing was left undone or unsaid. I love you so very much My Joe!!! Your wife as you say My Kelly
Courtney Spoolstra
June 9, 2010
I'll never forget what an amazing man you are. You brought people so much joy. You will be forever missed.Until we meet again my friend..
Corie Petkovsek
June 9, 2010
Kelly I did not know Joe very well all I know is in the short time you where together you guys loved . I will always be here for you....
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