"Leon, I am sorry to read of the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Debbie (Dickey) Hartwig"
In loving memory of
Kenneth R. Nelson
January 10, 1929 - April 20, 2009
Kenneth R. Nelson “Kenny”
Mr. Ken Nelson, age 80 years of Port Washington, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2009 at Heritage Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Port Washington, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Green Bay on January 10, 1929, son of Hugh and Ethel Bonnell Nelson. After his schooling, he served his country in the US Army. On April 4, 1964 he married Mable Lorge at Grand Avenue United Methodist Church in Port Washington. The couple settled in Port Washington and raised their family of six children. She preceded him in death early last week. Kenny worked as a material handler at Simplicity Manufacturing in Port Washington, retiring after about 30 years. He was a member of Portview Christian Center in Port Washington, as well as a member of the IAW Local 1430, American Legion Post 82 and VFW Post 5373. Mr. Nelson enjoyed fishing with his grandson Joshua Swanson, socializing with everyone at McDonalds, driving his moped around town and having an occasional Whiskey Sour. He also liked supporting the local sports teams, including the Packers and the Brewers. He is survived by his 6 children: Eugene Nelson of Milwaukee, Keith (Glenda) Nelson of Port Washington, Shirley (Kenneth) Swanson of Cedar Grove, Lois (William) Watson and Linda (Mark) Wadman both of Greenfield, IN and Kay (Robert) Flanders of Belgium. He is further survived by 14 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers William Nelson of Grafton and John “David” Nelson of Sheboygan and 1 sister Patricia (Willard) Baunsgard of Fullerton, CA. He is also survived by 1 brother –in-law Harold (the late Ruth) Lorge of Appleton, 4 sisters-in-law Veretta (the late Bert) Nelson of Pawpaw, MI, Marilyn Nelson of Port Washington, Vera (the late Arthur) Jetzer of Sheboygan and Marion (the late Roman) Lorge of Port Washington, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He is preceded in death by his wife Mabel, infant grandson Keith Roger Nelson, Jr., 3 brothers: Richard, Hugh and Bert Nelson, 3 sisters: Beverly (the late Bert) Smith, Mildred (the late Ralph) Schulze and an infant sister. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 25th at 2 PM at Portview Christian Center, 3457 County Road LL in Port Washington with Pastor Paul Hanson officiating. Kenneth will be laid to rest beside his wife in Union Cemetery, Port Washington. Visitation will take place at the CHURCH on Saturday from 12 noon until the time of services at 2 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to the American Cancer Society. The Eernisse Funeral Home, Port Washington is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com
Service:
2:00 PM at Portview Christian Center 3457 County Highway LL Port Washington, WI 53074 on April 25, 2009 (map/driving directions)
Cemetery:
Union Cemetery, Port Washington
Tributes
"Leon, I am sorry to read of the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Debbie (Dickey) Hartwig"
"To the Leo Yantis family. We are so very sorry to learn of the loss of Leo. We have so many memories of him and arlene. "
"I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Leo. He was my very first bus driver when I started school, and as a small child, it was very comforting to have such a kind, grandfatherly-like man taking me to and from school. To this day, I still remember his kind smile reflecting back in the mirrors on the bus. "
"Leon and Denise and family. My deepest Sympathy to you all at this difficult time. I didn't know your father at all, but after reading his Obituary he sure was a man of his faith and had many interest in his life. He will be welcomed with open arms to Heaven. May God Bless you all."
"Dear Leon and family, I was saddened to hear of the loss of your father. I have always appreciated your family being so kind and loving to mine. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. Tim Odle"
"To the Leo Yantis family. We are so very sorry to learn of the loss of Leo. We have so many memories of him and arlene. "
"I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Leo. He was my very first bus driver when I started school, and as a small child, it was very comforting to have such a kind, grandfatherly-like man taking me to and from school. To this day, I still remember his kind smile reflecting back in the mirrors on the bus. "
"Leon and Denise and family. My deepest Sympathy to you all at this difficult time. I didn't know your father at all, but after reading his Obituary he sure was a man of his faith and had many interest in his life. He will be welcomed with open arms to Heaven. May God Bless you all."
"Dear Leon and family, I was saddened to hear of the loss of your father. I have always appreciated your family being so kind and loving to mine. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. Tim Odle"
"I don't remember the chapter nor the verse, but I cherish the day Leo recited a chapter from Psalms during morning church service. He always has a quick smile and word of encouragement for everyone. The Lord has given him rest. "
"I don't remember the chapter nor the verse, but I cherish the day Leo recited a chapter from Psalms during morning church service. He always has a quick smile and word of encouragement for everyone. The Lord has given him rest. "
"My wife Susan had the joy of putting up with Kenny and the boys at McDonalds in Port. We know he will be missed. You have our sympathies."
"I worked with Kenny for many years at Simplicity, and know that he will be missed. You have our sympathies. "
"Grandpa u will always be in my thoughts...but now u are in a better place now....now u can be with Grandma forever and ever....i will always love and miss u grandpa.....love your grandaughter Sara"
"DAD YOU WILL BE MISSED YOU MAY REST IN PEACE WITH MOM.YOU WILL BE IN MY HEART FOREVER.LOVE YA AND MISS YA YOUR DAUGHTER LINDA"
"Dad I will miss you and I love you.You are with mom now may you both rest in peace.You both will be forever in my heart...Love Always your daughter Kay"