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Jean Nelson Obituary
VOORHEESVILLE - Jean E. Nelson II peacefully passed away at his home in Voorheesville, on February 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family: wife, Mary; sons, Joseph, Jeffrey (Ashlynn), and Christopher; and sister, Marianne (Holly). He is also survived by his dear brother, Michael. Jean was raised in Simsbury, Conn., by the late Jean E. Nelson and Mary Janco Nelson. A graduate of Dartmouth College and Albany Law School, he was employed by the New York State Bar Association for nearly 38 years, where he forged close friendships with many fellow staff and Association members. However, Jean's greatest passion in life was being a good husband and father.
In his personal life, Jean was an enthusiastic gardener and an avid hiker of remote Adirondack Mountain trails and a voracious reader of historical novels and spy thrillers. For several years in retirement, he was a volunteer for Community Caregivers of Guilderland, driving clients for medical appointments and various errands.
Jean and his family send deeply heartfelt thanks to the medical staff at both NYOH and St. Peter's Hospital for their outstanding professionalism, tender care, and constant thoughtfulness. You truly are angels!
Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, Jean humbly requests that contributions be made to the New York Bar Foundation (tnybf.org). To leave a message for the family, please visit McVeighFuneralHome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Jean Nelson
Petra with Community Caregivers
February 12, 2024
We at Community Caregivers were so sad to hear of Jean's passing; he was a wonderful person and a great volunteer. Please let us know if you need anything.
Barbara McMahon
February 10, 2024
Mary and family - so very sad to hear of Jean´s passing. I worked with him at the Bar Association and such a great guy. God bless.
Angie DiBernardo
February 10, 2024
Mary,
So sorry for your loss. Haven´t seen you since before the pandemic. Would see Jean watering the flowers at CTK after morning mass from time to time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Angie DiBernardo
Pat Bucklin
February 10, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Jean was a very kind and considerate person, and a dedicated professional who was a valued member of the State Bar staff. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gerrie Carey
February 9, 2024
Mary and family,
I´m so sorry to hear about Jean. He was one of the kindest and nicest person Jack and I got to know in Voorheesville. God bless you and your beautiful family, Gerrie Carey
Shannon Kelley- Borowiec
February 8, 2024
Mary and Family,
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. You certainly have a very special angel watching over all of you. Keep all those
special and beautiful memories close to all of you ~
Sending Peace and Love,
Shannon Kelley- Borowiec
Donna McKay
February 8, 2024
my condolences from the miller and mckay families. my dad worked with you for many years at the bar.
Karen Di Bella , Murrells Inlet S.C.
February 8, 2024
Mary, Joe and family,
I are so sorry for your loss. Jean was an unbelievably kind, gentle and amazing man. I spent a lot of enjoyable times with him during Pop Warner football. I can still see his smile and hear his quiet laugh. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Megan O'Toole
February 8, 2024
Jean was the loveliest and kindest soul at the NYSBA. May fond memories comfort your family. My heartfelt condolences.
Patrick miller
February 7, 2024
My heart goes out to jeans family He is in heaven now
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