Gay Nelson Obituary

We are sad to announce that on February 23, 2021, at the age of 80, Gay Nelson (Bellingham, Washington) passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Edward Jacobs and Gladys Jacobs of Acme, WA.; her husband Riggs Nelson; her children, Roxi Nelson and Kent Nelson (Monaca); her grandchildren, Jordyn Allie (Aaron), Larkyn Nelson, Kanyen Nelson and Marinn Nelson; and her brother Robert Jacobs (Jeanne). She was also cherished by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and in-laws.

Gay loved sports and was on the board of the WSU Athletic Foundation.