Oliver Nelson
Oliver Nelson, 89, died March 7 in Boston. Born in South Dakota, he served in the U.S. Army from 1944 to 1946 and then attended Iowa State University, graduating with a B.S. degree in technical journalism in 1950. He was employed as an industrial editor, mostly for Westinghouse Electric Corporation in Kansas City, Missouri; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
In 1951, Mr. Nelson married Marion DeBois of Rock Island, Illinois, who survives him. Other survivors are their sons Steven Nelson and his wife Vicki Nelson of Milton and Philip Nelson and his wife Nily Dan of Philadelphia; his grandchildren Kathryn, Jennifer, Rebecca, Rachel, and Daniel; his great grandson Noah Oliver, and his brother Rupert.
Mr. Nelson was a member of the East Congregational Church of Milton. His special interest as a hobby was woodworking.
A memorial service will be held on March 28 at East Congregational Church of Milton. Burial at Milton Cemetery will be private. Arrangements by Dolan and Chapman Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to East Congregational Church or Milton Council on Aging.
Guestbook Entries
Sorry to hear about Oliver’s passing. Love to Marion and family.
Stephen, Pat and I were saddened by the passing of your Dad. Thank you for thinking of us as friends. We are and will remain so. Your Dad must have been very proud of you and your beautiful family. We wish we could attend your Dad’s service but “who knows?” Please stay in touch.
Ken
Steve, I am sorry for your loss. He sounds like a great guy. He retained his dignity and moral strength. My love to you and Vicki, your Mom, and your beautiful girls.
Dave Whelpley
Steve, Vicki please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Be comforted by the strength, courage and faith of your Dad/love one.
Steve, Vicki please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Be comforted by the strength, courage and faith of your Dad/love one.
Ricka
Dear Nelson Family:
May God Bless and Keep you during this difficult period of adjustment. Your patriarch, Oliver Nelson, is now at rest from this physical existence with its imperfections, and leaves you to be at peace with his transition to perfection.
His passing will undoubtedly change you forever, however, the years of memories are just as strong as the current feelings of hurt and emptiness. Those memories will hold you, keep you, and bless you.
Take very good care,
Olivia & Dennis Slaughter
Dear Steve and Vickie, please know your family are in our thoughts and prayers in this difficult time. May you and your family be comforted by the courage, strength and love of your Dad and love one.