Kevin Nelson Obituary

Dear Nelson family,
My deepest sympathy goes to each of you at this difficult time. I pray for our Heavenly Father to support you and comfort you in your grief. The one bright hope is that you can be together again and enjoy each other's company forever. I know that this can really happen and am grateful for the Savior who made it possible. Stay close to each other and lean on all those good people who are reaching out to help you. They are His hands.

Dear Kelci, Tanner, & Bradi;
I've known your dad since he was a funny little kid. He always liked to talk and debate. (He and Doug have been enjoying their "debates" forever, it seems.) I was stunned to learn of his death and immediately thought of the difficulties this would bring to you three in particular. He loves you so very much and wants you to be happy in your lives. Keep his memory and his example close to your hearts and minds. And every time you think of him remember that he was a good and honorable man. God bless you in your lives ahead to do your best to make your dad proud of you.

With sympathy,

Kevin was about 6 or 7 when I first got to know him. My father and I home taught his family in Rexburg and always enjoyed his wit and good humor. As my brother's best friend and work companion, I had contact with him here and there over the years and it seems he never lost that. I trust his kids will always remember what a great man their dad is and I believe he will always be pleased by their good works.

Kevin was a great friend who treated others with humor, kindness, and respect. He had a real joy for life which he shared with those around him.

I wish his family comfort and peace at this difficult time.

Kelci, Bradi and Tanner.
Im so sorry to hear the news about your father. just remember that you will be able to be with him again and he will always be with you in your hearts. Keep your good memories with you and never forget them.
We are here for you if you need someone to talk to.

All our love
Candace, Andrew and Rebecca

A great man with a quiet strength if he didn't know you but he was always willing to say Hello and quickly showed his friendliness and enjoyment of meeting others.

Kevin was genuinely kind and never tried to be someone he wasn't. I never heard him speak ill of anyone and I am glad I had the opportunity to know him.

He will be missed by many.

I was shocked and saddened to hear about Kevin. It was great to see him at our high school reunion a few weeks ago and I'm glad I was able to visit with him. He was still the same great guy I remember from school and I know he will be missed very much. We never know when our time is up, so make the most of every day. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Nelson Family,

Our Condolences are with you at this very difficult time. Kevin was such a great and loveable guy. We only knew Kevin for a short period of time, but Juston has enjoyed the memories of snowmobiling with Kevin and other close freinds. Kevin was a talented photographer and we will treasure the wedding album he has put together for us. We will miss his friendship very much.

Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Love the Rolfe Family

my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time in your life. Your dad was a great guy. I enjoyed getting to talk to him at our high school reuion. He looked so good. He will be with you always don't ever forget that.

Kelci, Tanner and Bradi
You have an awesome Dad! He cared for you more than anything else in this world and would have done or sacrificed anything for you. I know he wants you to be happy and successful in your lives. I totally enjoyed my conversations (I mean debates and arguments) with him. I will miss him always taking the other side of the argument, even if he disagreed, just for the fun of it. From what I know about your Dad, he would want you guys to stick together and support each other, help and respect your mom and grand parents, and remain strong in the gospel. I think that would make your Dad the most happy, even more than a perfectly clear winter day in the mountains with a brand new sled! I look forward to some days in the mountains with you guys again, only as long as Bradi promises to stay ON the trail and Tanner and Kelci promise not to attempt low earth orbit on their sled! Now we can see why your Dad always wanted to "make some memories", I have a lot to remember him by, if you ever want to remember with me let me know, I would be happy to spend some time visiting about my best friend and the many good times we have had, lessons we've learned and what we wanted to be when we grew up. I am glad to have known your Dad for as long as I have and am honored to have him as a friend and look forward to seeing him again!

Kelci, Brady, Tanner and Annadel,

As I was trying to fall asleep last night, I kept thinking of hearing the tragic news of Kevin's death. What a shock! As I was thinking of him and his life, I remembered our recent Cub Scout fundraiser for the ward. Brady and Kevin came (I can't remember whether Tanner was there too) and Kevin was so generous. He didn't need to come, but was very supportive of the cubs. I think he bid against quite a few people for the baked auction. And I could tell that he enjoyed himself and was glad to be spending time with Brady. I know that he loved his kids a lot.

I can't imagine how difficult the next few months are going to be as you adjust to life without your dad. Please remember how much we love you all - our family individually, and the ward family. We want to help in whatever way we can. But even more importantly, remember how much your Savior loves you and is ALWAYS there.

Love,
the Bascoms

Dear Bob & Kathy,
We were saddened to learn of Kevin's death. We can't imagine what you are going through. We never expect to outlive our children.
May the Lord bless you all.

I am saddened to hear this news. We graduated together and we are not old. It sets the picture to realize that time and life is presous on this earth. I pray that his family will be consoled at this time. My prayers and love are with you.

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

we will miss you kevin as a coach and a friend. you was a positive role model to all of us kids you coached through the years... thanks for being such a wonderful coach and friend. robert masse' and family.

Bob and Kathy,
Rodger heard through Gerald that Kevin has died. We were so shocked and saddened to hear this news.
Even though we are out of touch and miles separate us, we share a lot of history with each other. Please know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time. We love you.

I was so sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. I just saw him at our class reunion and he looked great. Since losing my mother just recently I know how hard it can be. He was a great man.

I graduated from high school with Kevin and although I missed our last reunion, I enjoyed reading his posts on our class Facebook page. He was witty and intelligent. I'm so sorry about his passing.

My prayers are with the family and especially dear children of Kevin. I was in there ward several years ago and taught Brady in primary..Kevin was an awesome dad. It was fun to see him play basketball with the "older" guys in the ward..God Bless

To all the family,
We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.

Kelci, Bradi and Tanner loosing a dad here on earth is a sad and tearful day. Keep close to your heart the wonderful memories of times you spent with your dad. Memories are kept special, something that nobody can ever take from you, they are locked up in your mind forever. May God watch over you, and may you feel comfort in knowing that someday you will see your dad again.

Annadel, I can't imagine what you are going through right now, but remember how much your Heavenly Father loves you and that he has a plan for all of us, and be at peace that everything will turn out ok. Keep strong for your children and help them to keep the memories of Kevin close to their heart.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

love,
Alana, Bob and girls

Kelci, Brady and Tanner,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. I went to high school with him and just a few short weeks ago enjoyed visiting with him about snowmaching and most especially you kids. He was very proud of you and loved you dearly. He was a great man, and he will be missed.

Dear Nelson family,
I was a class mate of Kevin, as well as growing up in the same ward. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. It was so nice to see him at our class reunion this summer. He looked great. Our prayers are with you all.
Kellie Dayton

Kelci, Tanner, Bradi -
You are the luckiest kids around! Your father loved and adored you so much! There was no sacrifice to big if it meant your happiness. He was the best to argue politics with and I will miss our harrasing each other at the office! We will go snowmobiling together when the snow starts to fly and will have some crazy fun in his honor! We love you and will always consider you part of our family.

Hey Bradi,
You are so brave I don't even know what I would do in your situation. You are so awsome, and a great friend. I hope we stay in touch, and are able to hang out in the future. If I had any advice for you it is too stay strong in your faith, and pray for strength often. Let the spirit guide and comfort you. Bradi, I love you so much keep that light shining.
Always, Kristen

kelci, brady, and tanner.
I was woken up by a voice mail telling me the horrible news. I instantly started crying. I'm so sorry, kelci, i have so many memories with you and your father that i will never forget. He was a good man, i hope you will let me know if you need anything. i love you guys.

Kelci, Tanner and Bradi,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad, he was such a great person. We really admired him for the great father he was for each of you. Bradi, I(Missy) have really enjoyed having you in my Beehive class. I hope you will keep in contact with us. I know you are going through a hard time, but try to remember to rely on your mom and each other and stay close as siblings and as a family. Again we are so sorry.
Missy, Tom and Jennie Benedict

Robert W., Kathy & Family,
So sorry to learn of Kevin's passing.
He will be missed by all who knew him. Love you all very much.
Aunt Connie & Family

Robert W. & Kathy & Family,

So sorry to heat of Kevin's passing.
He will surely be missed by all who knew him.
Love you all very much.

Aunt Connie & Family

Bradi, I can't find the words to express how sorry I am. Though I didn't know your dad, and I just got to know you I think he must have been a pretty great guy to have a daughter like you. I'm here if you need anything, I love you! -Stormy

I would like to pass along my deepest sympathys to you at this time. I was Kevin's training manager at RadioShack on State Street. He was a wonderful person and a great friend,

Kelci, Tanner & Bradi~
We are so sorry to hear about your dad....he's a good man with a good heart. Support one another, stay close to each other and our Heavenly Father. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Annadel~
We know this is a trying time for you and the children. Our prayers will be with you. If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know!