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Dr. F. Burton Nelson

F. Nelson Obituary

Nelson, Dr. F. Burton 79, survived by wife, L. Grace; six children, Rebecca (Craig Lindley), Ingrid (Paul Hough), Emily (Eric J. Bruckner), Sonia (Conrad Iandola), Tim and Martha (Charles Trott); eight grandchildren, Erika, Rachel, Jason, Alyssa, Forrest, Colin, Maya and Dylan and many beloved nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded by his parents and two brothers. Memorial service Saturday, 2 p.m., at North Park Covenant Church, 5250 N. Christiana, Chicago, IL 60625. Memorial visitation Friday, 5 to 9 p.m., at the Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Church, North Park Theological Seminary, 3225 W. Foster Ave., Chicago, IL 60625 or "The Dietrich Bonhoeffer Works English Edition" Care of Dr. Clifford Green, 40 Battery Street, Apt. 202, Boston, MA 02109.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 25, 2004.

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Dr.Frank Ogren

March 29, 2004

Dear family,

I extend my sympathy to you all on the Homegoing of your husband, and father. We have the assurance of where he is, and also that the Lord will meet all our ultimate needs.

Undoubtedly you do not know me, but I wanted to convey the impact that Dr. Nelson had on me a teenager, at the time he filled in at the pulpit in the Lockport Covenant Church probably in the early fifties. What I remember clearly was that for a brief period he stayed in my grandparents home in Lockport, a home that was only a few doors from my parents. It was in that time interval that we had some conversations that kept my spiritual eyes on the Lord. I can only recall what a positive impact it was on me. Thank you, Burton, and thank you Lord.

Chris & Fred Mesa

March 27, 2004

Dear Martha and Family,



Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Hoping you find strength and comfort in warm memories of your Dad.

Kelly O'Brien

March 26, 2004

Dear Grace,



Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you be surrounded by the comfort, peace and hope of God.



Blessings,



Kelly (ISC class)

Barbara Lindley Soke

March 25, 2004

I will always remember Burt as being truly interested in others. He made it a point to make everyone feel at home. He was a special man.

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