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1938 - 2018
Jack Calvin “Cal” Nelson, 79, of Huntington, WV, passed away Friday, February 9, 2018, at The Village at Riverview. Memorial services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Friday, February 16, 2018 at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, with Pastor Jeff Garrett officiating. He was born November 13, 1938, in Iron Mountain, MI, a son of the late John Cleveland and Evelyn Hassel Nelson. He is survived by his wife, Carol Povolo Nelson; one daughter, and son-in-law, Sherry and Brian Noe of Catawba, NC; one brother, Don Nelson (Kay) of Brighton, MI; one sister, Sally Nelson of Kingsford, MI; two grandsons, Tyler Noe (Nicki), of Colorado Springs, CO; and Aaron Noe (Savanah and Myah Nunez) of Round Lake, IL. Cal served as President of Kanawha Steel Equipment Company, then finished his career as President and Chief Operating Officer of Logan Corporation. He loved spending time at his Ranch, deer hunting, visiting family and sitting outside with his good friend, Don Faherty, solving the problems of the world. He was also a gifted artist and member of Praise Painters. Carol and Sherry would like to express heartfelt gratitude to all the staff members of The Village at Riverview for their compassionate care. Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday, at Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville. Donations may be made to Hospice of Huntington, P.O Box 464, Huntington, WV, 25709. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.
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There are currently 4 condolences.
Henry Vinson, JD
Wednesday May 16, 2018 at
6:18 PM
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I'm sorry to hear about Cal. My heartfelt condolences to the Nelson family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Henry Vinson, JD
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Donna Mannigel
donnamannigel@gmail.com
Monday February 19, 2018 at
4:35 PM
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Dear Carol & Sherry:
Sending heartfelt concolences to you & your family. Your own Guardian Angel will be watching over all of you. Cal was a great classmate & will be missed! Blessings...Lloyd & Donna Mannigel
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Ramona Allen-Ramsey
Wednesday February 14, 2018 at
11:10 PM
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My prayers for his family and friends. He was president of Logan Corporation when I went to work for them. He was a great leader, person and was always fair to me.
Ramona
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Joe & Linda England
Wednesday February 14, 2018 at
10:41 AM
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Carol, we are saddened by Cal’s passing. He was a true professional and his leadership made Logan Corporation a great company for many years. We will always treasure our times traveling with the two of you.
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