John Curtis Nelson

John Curtis Nelson

February 01, 1962 - March 16, 2024

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STOUGHTON - John Curtis Nelson, age 62, of Stoughton, Wis., passed away on March 16, 2024. He was born on Feb. 1, 1962, in Stoughton, the son of Elaine and LaVerne “Worm” Nelson.


John attended Stoughton High School where he was a talented wrestler winning a Wisconsin State Wrestling Championship in 1981 at 155 pounds.


After graduating High School in 1981, he went on to work as an operating engineer out of Local 139, where he was a member for 40 years. During that time, he traveled all over the United States working on the pipeline. He was one of the best there was on a dozer, just like his dad.


John was a hard worker, he loved being outdoors, working on his farm, cars, music and a good western movie.  He always had a story or two to tell.  John had a big heart and loved all animals especially his loyal four-legged companions Nelly, Lucy, Rufus and Turbo.


John is survived by his sons, Adam Nelson and Bradley Nelson and daughter, Jessica (Ryan) Westby and their mother, Lori Moe-Kittelson; two granddaughters, Brynn and Madelyn; brothers, LaVerne (Vickie) Nelson, Larry (Trudy) Nelson and Tom (Jennie) Nelson; his sisters, Jayne (Bull) Mallon and Janis (Don) Bates; and countless nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his nephew, Kyle Bates.


A celebration of life will be held at AMERICAN LEGION POST NO. 59, 803 N. Page St., Stoughton, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, 2024.


Memorials may be made to the family.


Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson Stoughton

Funeral & Cremation Care

1358 Highway 51 N. @ Jackson St.

(608) 873-4590



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Celebration of Life
Sat May 11, 2024 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
American Legion Post 59 • 803 North Page St., Stoughton, WI 53589
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Debra Schieldt
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My condolences to all of The Nelson Family, on the loss of John.
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Jackie Arms
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Super good man sorry for your loss
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Paul Rushlow
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He was a very good wrestler, always counted on for a win. To his family and friends. I am sorry for your loss, may God give you grace. Rest in peace John.
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Scott Spangler
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John was a big man with a heart of gold and a good soul. Rest in peace John. My condolences to your family.
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Tom Dickman
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Condolences to all of the friends and family of John. He was a great teammate and a really good friend. John loved to laugh and I think that is what I will remember the most. I truly believe my life is better having known him. In the years to come, when I think of John, I will be smiling.
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Steve Slinde and family
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My condolences to all of The friends and family of John. when I think about growing up and participating on wrestling teams with John, they are all fond memories. John was a great teammate, and even a better friend. we probably had greater times outside of competing on the mat. I am glad to have known John and his family. May he rest in peace, and we will always have great memories of him.

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