Nelson E. Nieves Sr. Obituary

In loving memory of Nelson E. Nieves Sr. (Rochester, New York), who departed this world on February 19, 2026 at the age of 89. Nelson leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Nelson E. Nieves Sr. to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his wife Cheryl Nieves; his parents, Emilio Nieves and Justina Nieves; his brothers, Paul, Ivan, Tony and Nester Nieves; and his sisters-in-law, Bonnie Campbell and Vicki Bradshaw.

He is survived by: his children, Joann Colby Sr. (William), Nelson Nieves Jr. (Tracee) and Douglas Nieves Sr. (Jennifer Nuci); his grandchildren, Renee Sterling (Derek), William Colby Jr. (Ashley), Laura Colby (Nick Minuto), Kamri Reynolds (Gregory), Douglas Nieves Jr. and Derek Nieves; his great grandchildren, Colton, Gage, William, Wyatt, Emma and Katie; his brother Jorge Nieves; and his brother-in-law Grant Bradshaw. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and dear friends.