Phillip James Nelson Obituary
The world bids farewell to Phillip James Nelson of Waverly, Iowa, born in Owatonna, Minnesota, departing on March 13, 2026 at the age of 83. Phillip leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Phillip James Nelson to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jim Nelson and Violet Nelson; his parents-in-law, E. LeRoy Pederson and Ellen Pederson; and his siblings-in-law, Donn, Sam Pederson and Lolly Pederson.
He is survived by: his wife Eloise; his son Sean (Jenny); his grandson Brandon Nelson; his daughters, Jodi Schleyer (Tom) and Kari Staack (Jerrod); his grandson Kaleb (Holli); and his great grandchildren, Mora, Isla Staack, Abbi Phyfe (Austin) and Jentry.
Memorials for Phil Nelson may be directed to the family who will make donations to the Waverly Public Library, St. Croix Hospice, Waterloo, IA, and the Malcolm Price Laboratory School Website Project in his honor.
