Joseph Francis Nelson Obituary

The world bids farewell to Joseph Francis Nelson of East Sandwich, Massachusetts, departing on May 25, 2026 at the age of 88. Joseph leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joseph Francis Nelson to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Francis Nelson and Frances Nelson (Princiotta); and his brother Robert Nelson of Quincy. He is survived by: his siblings, Janice Santosuosso (Ralph) of Quincy and William Nelson (Patricia) of Quincy; his wife Ginny (Gillen); his children, Joseph Nelson (Merry) of New Orleans, LA, Jeanne Nelson (Juan) of East Sandwich, MA, Christopher Nelson (Andrea) of Reading, MA, Suzanne Caleshu (Peter) of East Sandwich, MA and Brian Nelson (Jenna) of Duxbury, MA.; his grandchildren, Shawna Nelson, Cora Palomar-Nelson, Alexander Palomar-Nelson, Jack Nelson, Emma Nelson, Riley Caleshu, Andrew Caleshu, Luke Caleshu, Peter Caleshu III, Brody Nelson and MacKenzie Nelson; and his great grandchild Sylvia Boden. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.