Marilyn Nelson Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Marilyn Nelson of Cushing, Wisconsin, born in Creston, Iowa, who passed away on January 16, 2021 at the age of 84. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marilyn Nelson to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Nelson and Doloris Nelson (Knafla); her grandson Joshua; and her sister Melisande. She is survived by: her husband Richard Nelson; her children, Valerie Okeneski (John), Vanessa Schoen (John) and Quintin Nelson (Laura); and her siblings, John Derauf, Wesley Derauf (Andrea), Gayle Braun and Loreen Fread. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren.
