Kenny Nelson Obituary
We bid farewell to Kenny Nelson (Gillespie, Illinois), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 18, 2025 at the age of 84. Kenny touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Kenny Nelson to pay them a last tribute.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Kenny's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Hugh Nelson and Bernice Nelson of Fosterburg; and his brothers, Charles E. and Jerry Nelson. He is survived by: his siblings, Janet L. Wood (Nelson) of St Charles and Norman A Hunt of Bethalto; his wife Donna L. Nelson (Frazier); and his son Richard (Wisconsin). He is also survived by many grandchildren, and great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to BCAN (Bladder Cancer Advocate Network) or to assist grandkids, and great grandkids in the purchase of a grave marker honoring Kenny, to be placed by his parents grave.
