Melvin "Nellie" M. Nelson's obituary , Passed away on May 5, 2025 in Lafayette, Indiana

Melvin "Nellie" M. Nelson

April 28, 1929 - May 5, 2025 (96 years old)

Lafayette, Indiana

Melvin "Nellie" M. Nelson's obituary , Passed away on May 5, 2025 in Lafayette, Indiana

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes

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Melvin "Nellie" M. Nelson

April 28, 1929 - May 5, 2025 (96 years old)

Lafayette, Indiana

Melvin M. Nelson Obituary

We bid farewell to Melvin M. Nelson of Lafayette, Indiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 5, 2025 at the age of 96. Melvin 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 Melvin M. Nelson to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Morris Nelson and Marie Nelson (Klaiber); his wife Dottie; his brother Donald; his son Larry; and his great grandchild Madison DePrey.

He is survived by: his children, Peggy Richardson of Lafayette, Debra Cox (Jerry) of Lafayette, Jani Dunham (Brian) of Lafayette and Stephen Nelson (Kathy) of Ft Branch, IN.. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Matthew 25 Share and Care in Nellie's memory.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes



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May 08

Rosary

Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel
400 Twyckenham Blvd, Lafayette, IN 47909

Thu

May 08

Visitation

Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel
400 Twyckenham Blvd, Lafayette, IN 47909

Fri

May 09

Mass

St. Ann Catholic Church
612 Wabash Ave, Lafayette, IN 47905

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