Douglas Nelson Jr. Obituary

Douglas Nelson Jr. of Derby, Vermont passed away on October 7, 2026. Douglas, born on August 5, 1964, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Douglas Nelson Jr. to show support.

Douglas will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Douglas will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Douglas’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Doug Nelson, Sr. (Rosemary Lalime) and Amy Curtis; siblings: Richard Nelson (Susan), Jen Delabruere (Dan), Jackie Jewett (Matt), Missy Nelson (Devan Biron), and Cy Nelson (Andrea); sons: Doug Nelson III (David Aranjo), Dylan Nelson (Meg), and Dale Nelson (Bailey); mother of his sons: Teresa Nelson (Scott Davidson); grandchildren: Wylder, Wyatt, Wayden, Warren, Whitney, Crew, Cleo, and Capri; and twenty-one nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, October 25th 2026 at 2:00 PM at 47 Landing St, Newport, VT 05855.