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1921 - 2008
Age: 87
NELSON, Bert B.
Mattawan
Bert passed away Tuesday evening, November 4, 2008 at his home. He was born August 16, 1921 in Antigo, WI the son of the late Hugh W. and Ethel P. (Bonnell) Nelson. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the United States Coast Guard. He was employed at Vans Airport Furniture until his retirement in 1968 and worked for Meijer on West Main.. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Paw Paw. On March 8, 1941 in Green Bay, WI, Bert was united in marriage to Veretta Sis Sasman who survives. Also surviving are a daughter Carolyn (Jim) Neal of Farwell, MI; 2 grandsons, Timothy (Karen) Neal of Hartwell, GA and Patrick (Michelle) Neal of Hamilton, OH; 5 great grandchildren; 4 brothers, David of Sheboygan, WI, Richard of Phoenix, AZ, William of Grafton, WI and Kenneth (Mable) of Point Washington, WI; sister, Patty Braumgart of Fullerton, CA; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Linda Hooker; brother, Hugh and 2 sisters, Beverly Smith and Mildred Schultz. Family will receive friends Friday 10 to 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Paw Paw where funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. with Rev. Mark Whittaker officiating. Cremation will follow. Memorial contributions may be made to In House Hospice, Kalamazoo or Trinity Lutheran Church, Paw Paw. |
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There are currently 14 condolences.
Lori (Baunsgard) Rodeheaver
lori.rodeheaver@gmail.com
Wednesday November 12, 2008 at
11:22 PM
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Aunt Veretta and Carolyn,
My deepest sympathy to you and your loss. I know my mother will miss talking with her big brother. But he is with the Lord now!
Love,
Lori
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patricia l page
Tuesday November 11, 2008 at
6:24 PM
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SO SORRY ABOUT BERTS DEATH!
DIDN'T REALIZE HE AND JUNE THE SAME AGE.
HOPE ALL GOES WELL WITH SIS AND YOUR PENDING TRIP!
MY SYMPATHY TO BOTH
LOVE PAT
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Jeff and Barb Smith
Saturday November 8, 2008 at
12:13 PM
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Dear Aunt Veretta and family.
We were saddened to hear about the passing of Uncle Bert. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, in this time of sorrow. He is now with Mom and brothers, and certainly in a much better place.
Love Jeff, Barb, Jennifer and Erik Smith
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Richard and Judi Cox (jim's sister)
Saturday November 8, 2008 at
3:26 AM
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We are sadden buy you loss, but there is a certain joy for his release.
Our love and prayers are with you,
Sis and your family.
May God Bless You Always and Give
Give You Strenght To Carry You On
This New Journey of Your Life.
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jim and sandy smith
Friday November 7, 2008 at
3:45 PM
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Dear Aunt Vertta and Family we are so sorry to hear about the loss of Uncle Bert but we all know that he is now in a place with the lord and family he has not seen in a long time. our prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Love jim and Sandy smith[his 1st nephew]1954
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Judy Knope
Friday November 7, 2008 at
1:01 PM
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I am very sad to hear of Uncle Bert's passing. My love to you Aunt Sis and Carolyn.
Judy
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Tori Klopp (Smith) and Family
Thursday November 6, 2008 at
9:39 PM
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Aunt Veretta and family,
When our hearts are saddened
by the loss of one we love,
the courage that we truly need comes only from above.
But may you find some comfort
at this time you're going through, just knowing many thoughts
and prayers are always there with you.
So sorry to hear of Uncle Bert's passing. You and your family are lifted up in thought and prayer. Love, Tori and family
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Lois (Nelson) Watson
lois.watson@att.net
Thursday November 6, 2008 at
8:08 PM
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Aunt Veretta and Family,I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Bert.
In this difficult time, May you find the joy and comfort to know that he will live in your hearts forever.
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Thursday November 6, 2008 at
8:04 PM
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We are so sorry. May it help to know we do care. Love you. June & Dave
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Kay Flanders
bkflanders@gmail.com
Thursday November 6, 2008 at
11:58 AM
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Aunt Vertta and Family
Sorry to hear about the loss of Uncle Bert he will be sadly missed by all,we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time..Love Always,
Kay Flanders(Kenneth Nelson's Daughter) and Family
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LINDA WADMAN
lwadman8195@yahoo.com
Wednesday November 5, 2008 at
10:19 PM
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SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF UNCLE BERT.I KNOW HE WILL BE MISSED. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AUNT VERETTA AND YOUR FAMILY.
LOVE YOUR NIECE,LINDA WADMAN
(KENNETH NELSON)
DAUGHTER
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Marty Perkins
Wednesday November 5, 2008 at
8:00 PM
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Carolyn & Jim know we have you and your family in our prayers, From my family to yours are sincere condolences from our hearts.
Hugs, from Marty & Mary
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Al & Jan Isaac
Wednesday November 5, 2008 at
6:48 PM
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Carolyn & Jim
So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Thanks for letting us know. Jim - give Carol a hug for us.
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Norine Nelson Stauske
jdpnas@aol.com
Wednesday November 5, 2008 at
6:46 PM
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Dearest Aunt Veretta, cousin Carolyn and family:
We are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers, during this time of sadness. We have fond memories of Uncle Bert, and will keep them alive in our hearts. God Bless.
Love, Marilyn, Norine, Laura & Brian
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