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Norman Nelson Obituary

Nelson, Norman Edward 79, longtime resident of Tinley Park passed away Sunday, April 18, 2010. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 yrs., Joann B. Nelson nee Brunsell, son: Steve (Kathy) Nelson of Grayslake, and granddaughters: Jessica and Kelsey. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister-in-law, Jeanne B. McKalip. Born to Edward Walter Peter Nelson and Sylvia Theodora nee Hostad and raised on Southside of Chicago. Mr. Nelson served 4 years in the Air Force during the Korean War. He worked for IBM for 38 years, retiring as an instructor. Mr. Nelson was a member of American Legion Post 615, Tinley Park. Visitation and Funeral Service will be held on Weds., April 21, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at Noon, Heartland Memorial Center, 7151 183rd St., Tinley Park, IL. Inurnment at a later date at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL. Please omit floral contributions. For info call 708-444-2266 or www.heartlandmemorial.com

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 19, 2010.
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Joan

We are very sad to hear of Norman's passing from Al Carstens. We remember the dinnners and times we had with you folks. More particularly the slide presentations at Fred Phillips at Home wood. Many memories we all have.
Twinkie & Charlie Wilderman
naperville, Il

April 20, 2010

Joanie,
We love you & Norman so much. You
are part of our family. We know you have lost your life partner & will miss him dearly. So will we. We have
been friends for so long, we are family.
You, Steve, Kathy & your granddaughters
are in our prayers.
So many great memories to cherish forever.
Love always.

Roger & Brenda Johnson

April 19, 2010

Dear Joannie,
We are so very sorry to hear of Norman's passing. We have very fond memories of him from the many get togethers at Rog & Bren's house. Our hearts go out to you and may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Love, Lynn & Tim

Lynn All

April 19, 2010

Joann
Please know that you have our deepest sympathy on the loss of Norman. We know that there is little we can say to console you but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Your Riverside Drive Neighbors
John, Delia, Adam. Eric

Delia Bienemann

April 19, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Allan Carstens

April 19, 2010

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