David R. Nelson Sr. Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to David R. Nelson Sr. of New Holstein, Wisconsin, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. David left this world on December 11, 2024 at the age of 91, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lester Johnson (Magda Nelson) and Henry Johnson; his wife Dorothy of Patrick's Catholic Church; his brothers, Norman, Russell and Raymond; his in-laws, Eva, Harry Soper, Thomas, Francis "John", James, Alice and Julia Soper; his son Kevin Nelson; and his granddaughter Sami Nelson.
He is survived by: his children, David Jr. Nelson (Lori) of New Holstein, Julie Atkinson (Dean) of New Holstein, Sherry Keifenheim (Jeff) of Mt. Calvary, Cindy Schuler (Tim) of Watertown and Mike Nelson (Sandy) of Green Bay; his grandchildren, Heather Grapentine (Jared), Sara Cardinal (Dan), Joey Nelson and Lindsey; his close friends, Trevin Nelson, Brittany Brunning (Chris), Ethan Schuler (Emily), Kane Keifenheim, Kyle Nelson, Autumn and Zak Nelson (Liz); his great grandchildren, Eva, Emma, Carter Cardinal, Avery, Lilly Brunning, Lyla Nelson, Nel Schuler and Maya Grapentine; his brother Robert Johnson (Diane); and his siblings-in-law, Diane Nelson and Dick Soper.
Visitation will be held on Friday, December 27th 2024 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church (1724 Madison St, New Holstein, WI 53061). A funeral service will be held on Friday, December 27th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorials may be made in his name to a cause that speaks to your heart.