EARL NELSON

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EARL NELSON
1919 - 2020

Born at the Grace Hospital in Winnipeg to Carl and Margit Nelson. Earl was the last remaining Nelson member, predeceased by his parents; brothers, Robert, Olie, Adolfe and Rolf, and sisters, Margret and Elsa.
During the Second World War, Earl repaired aircraft in Assiniboine, Saskatchewan. He was the head mechanic at the RCMP "D" Division for 35 years from 1947 to 1981. Earl was instrumental in developing the first "cage" system between the front and back seats of RCMP cars. Earl built his house in 1951 on Davidson Street where he lived for over 60 years with his wife Gladys and daughters, Linda, Janet and Kristine. Early years with family were spent camping and later, Earl built his cottage at Wallace Lake, which he enjoyed for years. Earl was a great woodworker and produced many artifacts for keepsakes, including a Viking Ship, Stagecoach, Red River Cart and Spinning Wheel to name a few. He was our mentor and go-to person, he will be sadly missed.
Dad is survived by his three girls, Linda (Ray), Janet (Shell) and Kris (Kit); six grandchildren, Vern, Tonya, Martinique, Matthew, Jessica and Evan, and 11 great-grandchildren. We know he is with Mom and she is saying "what took you so long?"
Cremation has taken place, and a private family gathering will be held in the summer.
The family would like to thank the staff at Golden West Centennial Lodge, particularly the staff on the 4th floor for the excellent care they gave our dad these past four years.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army.

Love you Dad.

For those who wish to sign the online
Guest Book please visit www.chapellawn.ca

Chapel Lawn Funeral Home
204-885-9715

Publish Date: Apr 25, 2020

EARL NELSON

Peacefully on Tuesday, April 14, 2020, Earl passed away at the age of 100 years and eight months.
Earl was predeceased by his wife Gladys and leaves to mourn his three daughters, Linda (Ray), Jan (Shell) and Kris (Kit); six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Cremation has taken place and a private family gathering will be held in the summer.
The family would like to thank the staff at Golden West Centennial Lodge, particularly the 4th floor, who cared for Dad like family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army.

For those who wish to sign the online Guest
Book please visit www.chapellawn.ca

Chapel Lawn Funeral Home
204-885-9715

Publish Date: Apr 18, 2020

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 18, 2020, Apr 25, 2020