After a courageous battle with cancer, at the Plummer Memorial Hospital, with his family by his side on Wednesday, May 4, 2005 at the age of 66. Cherished husband and best friend of 43 years to Alma. Devoted father of Kelly Nelson (Tim Hodgkinson), Shelly Nelson Bond (Clayton) and Tammy Crockford (Chris). Proud Grandad of Kyle Lanteigne, Aaron and Riley Crockford, and Celeste Bond. Beloved son of the late Albert and Dorothy Nelson. Dear brother of Lois Thibodeau (Art) and James Nelson (Pat) and predeceased by Emilie Rains (Orrell), George Nelson (Pat MacDonald) and Grace Nelson. Brother-in-law of Lorraine Cright (Clayton), Allen McMinn, Alinda Swanson (Jerry) and predeceased by Wayne McMinn (Sally), Freddy McMinn and Cathy McMinn. John will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews, cousins and many dear friends. Friends may call at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Sunday, May 8, 2005 from 6-9 pm. A funeral service from St. John the Evangelist (corner of Albert and John St.) will take place on Monday, May 9, 2005 at 11 am. Rev. Wayne Putman officiating. Memorial contributions to the SAH Cancer Clinic or St. John the Evangelist would be appreciated. www.arthurfuneralhome.com
