Tom, its hard to believe a year has come and gone.  Monnie and I miss you each and every dsy! I think of you often and my flowers were so pretty this year that I kept from your house. I put them inside for next year in rememberance of you. I love you and not a day goes by that I miss my best friend! I love you Thomas!

I learned only today of Tom's passing and was deeply saddened to learn that he is gone.  Although I had not seen him since transferring from Bradley University to Wisconsin many years ago, I had always imagined finally attending a Sigma Nu reunion where I could reunite with Tom.  He was my great roommate and friend; funny, bright, thoughtful and wonderfully just off kilter.  Seeing Greg's and Jonesie's comments in this book remind me of the special friendships forged during college years and the great memories that last a lifetime.  I express my most sincere condolences to his family and dear friends, who I know must miss him greatly.  Farewell, until our paths cross again, my friend.

I also just learned of Tom's passing.   He was the best.  Heartfelt condolences to his family.

I just learned of Tom's passing.  Tom was one of the true good guys and I will remember fondly our time together at JAJ. My deepest condolences to Tom's family for your loss.

We have many great memories and are gratetful to have known Tom, his sweet Liz, Tony, Rick, Janet and Monnie.
Many friendships were formed through Tom's generous spirit in opening his home to others. 
Love, Bernie and Meg

Lots of wonderful memories of great times with Tom, his family and friends.  Sigma Nu, Oak Park, Richton Park, Sox games, Charlotte and the mountain house.  Rest in PEACE our GOOD FRIEND.

T & Kim, Homewood, IL

40 years of a loving friendship. I will seek you in my dreams. My deepest sympathy to all who loved him.   Janet Paraggio-Rivera.

The Nelson Family & Friends
                    
                              When I come to the end of the day

When I come to the end of the day
     And the sun has set for me
I want no rites in a gloom filled room.
     Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little, but not too long
     And not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love we once shared ---
     Miss me, but let me go.

For this is a journey we all must take
     And each must go alone.
It's all a port of the Maker's plan,
     A step on the road to home,
When you are lonely and sick at heart.
     Go to the friends we know
And bury your sorrows in doing good deed----
     Miss me, but let me go.

This reminded me so much of Tom.  Tom, Elizabeth, Don & I were neighbors, friends, adventurers, building Mtn. House for over 35 years.  I have so many fond memories of Tom, especially staying up all night & watching the sun come up.  I have lost a true friend.  He will always have a special place in my heart!

Donna Hinson (N. Myrtle Beach, SC)

God has called home a beautiful soul. I befriended Tom early in the '80's through my first job, and spent many hours of fun and fellowship in what we affectionately referred to as the "Nelsonic Lodge" (Tom + Liz's basement). Tom was such an insightful observer of the human condition and could make the funniest commentary on a situation, always in his kind-hearted way. He loved his family so much and was so proud of the young man that Tony has become. I'll never forget those good times & friendship - I feel so blessed to have been part of Tom's life. To Tony and all the Nelson family: may God carry you through these difficult days, you are very much in my thoughts and prayers.

Tom,
You were my best friend!  You will be so deeply missed.  I will miss all the times we just sat outside and talked about anything and everything. Our trips to the restaurants, stores, our weekly phone calls just to say hello, and our special annual trips to the flower shop to pick out plants for the Spring.  You were such an awesome and special person.  Your generosity and kindness you have shown to others, they will be forever indebted to you.  My candle for you will forever be lit in my heart.  I Love You! Carol

My thoughts and prayers are with you Tom and family.  Many hours at the basement bar with the MOT sign behind, lots of philosophical, more nonsensical discussions with Pete and Monty in attendance and always the Sox game on without fail...     
No kinder and generous person known than Tom.
I will miss you my friend, 
Jim Southard

My thoughts are with Tom's family during this very difficult time.  Take comfort in remembering the good times.

Tom, you were my best friend and truly a wonderful person inside and out.  I'm going to miss our phone calls, sitting outside and just talking about anything and everything.  The trips to the stores, restaurants and making our annual trip every Spring to get the perfect plants to decorate your yard. We had some great times together and there is not enough pages to express how special of a man you were. I was so blessed to have had you in my life and each and every day you will always be in my heart and this candle will always be lit.  The Lord has a good one! Thanks Tom, for all my wonderful memories.  I Love You!  Carol

My cousin has gone on to a better place and left me with all those memoriies of summers on the beach in Longboat Key...Love Colleen

Tom hired me into J.A. Jones in 1978, he was a great boss, mentor and friend, and to this day I still use many of the skills he taught over the years.  We had a great time working hard a J.A. Jones over the years, and the parties at Tom's home were memorable, as well.  He was a nice guy, and very smart - always thinking, always considering the angles to see if there was a better way to skin the cat of the moment.  I'm sorry that he is gone but comforted to know that he is beyond his eartly struggles now.

My throughts and prayers are with Tom's familiy.  I worked with Tom for many years at J.A. Jones and I remember him fondly.  He was a very special man.

While I did not work directly with Tom, I remember his positive attitude and sincerity in our various business relationship. That type of character will be missed
Jim Cotton

Our hearts and prayers are with your family.

With deepest sympathy for the loss of such a great man and friend. As a long time friend and an employee of JAJones, I so enjoyed working with him. He will be greatly missed by so many people.  Though I am saddened by the loss, I am glad he is no longer suffering and is in no more pain.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Tom's family.  
With deepest sympathy,

Betty Barnes-Byrd
Clover, SC

An old friend from Bradley University and Oak Park.  Lots of good memories of Tom and the Nelson family.  Sympathy and regards to Janet and Rick.

Tom was one of my favorite people at J.A. Jones. I'm so glad he's no longer going through the pain. What a gentle man to be such a fighter! I will miss him.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Tom's family and Monnie at this time. Though our hearts are saddened, we are eternally grateful for having the pleasure of knowing Tom and enjoying his friendship for many years.

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Thomas C. Nelson

13 April, 1950 – 29 October, 2013

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