Rev. Gary D. Nelsen's obituary , Passed away on May 7, 2025 in Springfield, Illinois

Rev. Gary D. Nelsen

June 7, 1936 - May 7, 2025 (88 years old)

Springfield, Illinois

Rev. Gary D. Nelsen's obituary , Passed away on May 7, 2025 in Springfield, Illinois

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Staab Funeral Homes

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Rev. Gary D. Nelsen

June 7, 1936 - May 7, 2025 (88 years old)

Springfield, Illinois

Gary D. Nelsen Obituary

The passing of Gary D. Nelsen of Springfield, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 7, 2025 at the age of 88. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Arthur Nelsen and Esther Christiansen Nelsen; his wife Jane Lee Brewster; his brother-in-law Glenn; and his niece Anne.

He is survived by: his children, Jeff Nelsen (Patricia) of Springfield, Scott Nelsen (Cindy) of Bonners Ferry, ID and Kristen Tinch (Michael) of Springfield; his grandchildren, Elliot Nelsen (Kristin), Nathan Nelsen (Melissa), Jeremy Nelsen (Laura), Bethany Igo (Ryan), Luke Nelsen (Lauren), Jesse Tinch (Katrina), Natalie Price (Hunter) and Allison Tinch; his great grandchildren, Emma, Isaac, Olivia, Eve, Noelle, Selena, Nora, Juliette, Levi, Amelie, Jack, Scottie, Kaia, Griffin and Nolan; his sister Gloria Osborne of Pittsburgh, PA; and his nephew Gregg Osborne.

Memorial contributions may be made to Cherry Hills Church or Cherry Hills Mission Fund.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Staab Funeral Homes



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June 13

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Cherry Hills Church
2125 Woodside Rd, Springfield, IL 62711

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June 14

Visitation

Cherry Hills Church
2125 Woodside Rd, Springfield, IL 62711

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June 14

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Cherry Hills Church
2125 Woodside Rd, Springfield, IL 62711

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