Birth date: Jul 9, 1943 Death date: Apr 23, 2004
Mr. John C. Nelson, age 60, died unexpectedly Friday afternoon, April 23, 2004, at Hackley Hospital. He was born July 9, 1943 in Muskegon to Harry A. & Roxzena A. (Alger) Nelson and had been a life resident of the area. He was an Read Obituary
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Mr Nelson, You were a very nice man to have a band teacher. You tought me how to play the stupid clarinet that I hated. You were very paitent with me since I had a hard time learning those notes. I still don't know all of them. Tell Oscar hello when you see him. You will be missed by all. Rest in peace and may God bless you.##imported-begin##Tina Michels##imported-end##
David- So sorry to hear about the loss of your father and my former teacher. Although I have no musical talent, I did enjoy my band years with your dad.##imported-begin##Jill Veen##imported-end##
Dear David, John and the Nelson Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Your dad touched so many young lives, including mine, and gave so many of us the "gift of music."
Please know that he lives on in all of the former RHS band members.
Your classmate and fellow band buddy, Kandy##imported-begin##Kandy Kalbfleisch Lazell##imported-end##
I wish I could be there with you to let you know how much Mr. Nelson meant to all of us who knew him.
I was a student of Mr. Nelson's at Ravenna. School work didn't always come easy for me because I had A.D.D.
Mr. Nelson was the one that always spent the extra time with me to make sure I "got it".
It was Mr. Nelson that made it possible for me to compete in sports by making sure that I got the help I needed to pass and remain eligible.
I am now in college and doing well in work and school. I shall always remember Mr. Nelson and how he helped to make my life better.
Sincerely, William E. "Billy" Howard##imported-begin##Billy Howard##imported-end##
Your father will always be remembered as a very dedicated teacher. He would always be willing to go the extra mile to help a student. I enjoyed working with John, he cared about all of us.##imported-begin##Pamela Austin##imported-end##
I am sorry to regret that i am not able to make it to either the visitation or the funeral due to my work schedule. I am so sorry to here about the passing of your father and of my mentor, friend, and bowling teammate. One thing I remember about your father is his sense of humor and also is ability to teach any kid the right way to do something in livev or at school. I once again am so sorry for your loose.##imported-begin##luke nordlund##imported-end##
John, David and families.
So sorry to here about the loss of your Dad, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gene and Betty
Lisa,Andy and Eric
Rod and Chris John##imported-begin##Eugene and Elizabeth DeVries##imported-end##
To the Nelson Family:
I regret that I am unable to attend the visitation and memorial service for your father. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Alice Butcher##imported-begin##Alice Butcher##imported-end##
