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Dave Nelson Obituary
Dave Nelson passed away February 20, 2010 at his home in Tenino. He was 49 years old. David was born on February 11, 1961 in Tacoma, Washington to his loving mom, Joyce (Fain) Nelson and birth father, Edward Curley. David was raised by his mother Joyce and dad, Roger Nelson. He lived in the Olympia area his whole life and attended North Thurston High School. He was co-owner of Northwest Barrier.
Dave loved riding his custom made chopper, dirt-bikes, snowmobiles, sand rail, hunting and golfing. He enjoyed the love of his family. Dave lived life to the fullest and was considered an adrenalin junky. He was very outgoing and always the life of the party. Family and friends grew really close to him through his hobbies including motocross races, concerts, NASCAR, and riding his chopper.
Dave is survived by his parents who loved him more than anything; his significant other, Wendi Nelson; her children: Jackson and Taylor Bonsall; his daughter, Mackenzie Joyce Nelson; his sisters, Terri Huntley, Lori McBride, Juli Culver and Deni Nelson. He was preceded in death by his best friend, John Ferry and his niece, Nellie.
Family and friends enjoyed David's fun loving and outgoing attitude and everyone wanted to be apart of his life. David had a heart of gold and we are all better people for having known him. We love him and will miss him forever.
A funeral will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday, February 27, 2010 at the South Sound Manor, 455 North Street SE, Tumwater, WA. Interment will follow at Masonic Memorial Park.
Condolences may be left online for the family at www.funeralalternatives.org
Arrangements with Funeral Alternatives of Washington, (360)753-1065.
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Elaine Philipsen(Kohler)
March 28, 2010
To the Nelson Family, I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you in thoughts and prayers. Lori I am so glad we reconnected. Your brother was always the "life of the party" when we were younger (much!) always smiling! I will remember a lot of great stories! Love to you, Elaine
March 25, 2010
You are always in my thoughts & will always remember you as a good brother & friend. Thanks for the laughter & the big hugs!
luv your little sister, Deni
Lori Mcbride
March 22, 2010
Dear David, I am sorry I haven't went to the cemetery since your service. I know you understand because we have talked about other lost ones and how We deal with things differnt. There isn't a moment that goes by that I don't think about you every where I look and every song I hear It's You. I miss you so much and Kim and the kids will keep on keeping on if you know what I mean.You my brother are still much alive. Mom comes and sees you every day. So many others. Love you and will see you when I see you. Love Lori XXXXOOOOO
Dale Summers
March 17, 2010
loved nephew
March 13, 2010
To the entire Nelson family, my prayers and thoughts are with each of you as you grieve the loss of David. I hope your memories will bring you comfort. Karen Stricklett (Ulery)
March 9, 2010
David i love you so much and you took a part of me with you and the part that remains will make you proud and I will fullfill your dreams in many ways cuz' we are always going to be together. I will never let you down. CC Exon you know what i mean. HA HA . Love you sooooo much. Love Lori.
March 4, 2010
I love you my beautiful brother....
Terri
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