Robert Marvin Nelson
March 29, 1928 - November 10, 2013
Obituary
Nelson, Robert M.
STOUGHTON-Robert M. Nelson, age 85, of Stoughton passed away on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2013, at St. Mary’s Hospital. He was born on March 29, 1928, in Stoughton. Robert was united in marriage to Nancy Johnson in 1987 in Madison. After graduating from Stoughton High School, Robert enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. He worked at Icke Construction for 35 years, retiring in 1990. Robert then worked for Irish Lane Greenhouse delivering flowers for about seven years. He enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, boxing and wrestling. Robert also enjoyed woodworking, traveling, and spending time with his family.
Robert is survived by his wife of 26 years, Nancy; children, Debbie Legreid of Evansville, Jodi (Dan) Hanson of Stoughton, Juli (Phil) Tellefson of Cambridge, Jori (Tim) Woodstock of Stoughton, Jami Nelson of Stoughton, and Katie Nelson of Stoughton; ten grandchildren, Rory, Nick, Jon, Justin, Schyler, Lisa, Jacob, Lindsey, Lucas and Casey; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Roger and Richard.
There will be a Celebration of Life at GUNDERSON STOUGHTON FUNERAL HOME, 1358 Hwy. 51, Stoughton, at 1 p.m., Friday, Nov. 15, 2013. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 11 a.m. until the time of the service on Friday. Private family interment will take place at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com
Gunderson Stoughton
Funeral & Cremation Care
1358 Hwy 51
(608-873-4590)
Events
Visitation
Fri Nov 15, 2013 @ 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Stoughton • 1358 Hwy 51, P.O. Box 96, Stoughton, WI 53589
Service
Fri Nov 15, 2013 @ 1:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Stoughton • 1358 Hwy 51, P.O. Box 96, Stoughton, WI 53589
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I love you ♡
NJ
Nick Johnson
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Nancy & Katie,
Sorry to hear about Bob. My favorite memories of Bob were the times he took me fishing when I was a kid. One time I wasn't having any luck and to make me feel better Bob gave me the 14" bass he caught and told me to tell everyone that I caught it. Today at 34 years of age I'm coming clean. The fish was really caught by Bob. Thanks Bob for sharing your "secret" fishing spots with me.
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Deb
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The Final Flight
Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free, I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took his hand when I heard his call, I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work, to play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way, I've found that peace at the end of the day.
If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Ah, yes, these things too I will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My Life's been full, I savoured much, Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me, God wanted me now, He set me free.
R
Rory
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We are very sorry for your loss. I thought some prayers go out to the family.
Rory, Katie, Tyler, Tessa