James Roderick Nelson Obituary
The passing of James Roderick Nelson (North Sydney, Nova Scotia) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on November 25, 2025 at the age of 73. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Willis Nelson and Lillian Nelson (Potter); and his wife Valerie Nelson (McArthur). He is survived by: his children, Andrew Nelson (Stacey) and Dana Young (Brian); his grandsons, Connor and Oliver; and his siblings, Michael, David, Jack, Christina Billard, Kathy Nelson and Mary Louise Thomson. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Monday, December 1st 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the W. J. Dooley Funeral Service Ltd. (107 Pleasant St, North Sydney, NS B2A1L9). A funeral service was held on Monday, December 1st 2025 at 11:00 AM at the W. J. Dooley Funeral Home Chapel (107 Pleasant St, North Sydney, NS B2A1L9).
In lieu of flowers the family would like donations to be made in memory of him to Haley Street, North Sydney.
