Donald W. Nelson

Donald was born November 3, 1932 in Rapid River, the son of Leonard and Vivian (Caswell) Nelson Sr. He grew up in Rapid River and graduated from the Rapid River High School. He served in the United States Air Force and was Korean War veteran. He was united in marriage to Carolyn Ruth Johnson. Don’s life work was with the State of Michigan Highway Department, inspecting bridges for many years until his retirement.

Don is survived by his daughters, Connie (Mark) Lentz and Helen (Russell) Gies.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn, son, Dean Leonard Nelson, his parents and brother, Leonard “Nook” Nelson Jr.

The Nelson family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Lakeview Assisted Living in Gladstone and Lakehouse Assisted Living in Escanaba and UP Health System Hospice for their care and compassion while caring for Don.

Memorial contributions in Don’s name may be directed to Leader Dogs for the Blind, UP Health System Hospice or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF).

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Donald will be laid to rest in the Lakeview Cemetery in Escanaba.

The Nelson family is be assisted by the Skradski Funeral Home in Escanaba.

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