Renee Eileen Nelson

Renee Eileen Nelson of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away Sunday, January 31, 2016 (21 Shevat 5776), at 83. Services will be held Wednesday, February 10, 2016, at 2 pm, Graveside, in Eden Memorial Park. Flowers are being accepted, and donations in Renee's memory to the charity of your choice are also welcome and appreciated.

Renee is preceded in passing by her beloved husband, Alvin Nelson, Of Blessed Memory; her beloved Mother and Father, Jean Chaplik and Sol Chaplik, Of Blessed Memories; and her loving brother, Sheldon Chaplik, Of Blessed Memory; and is survived by her children, Barbara Merems, Barry (Maile) Nelson, and Beverlee/Bubbles (Jeff) Peters; her grandchildren, David (Jennifer) Merems, Bailey Nelson, Riley Nelson, Emma Nelson, Avery Peters, and Ashley Peters; her Aunts, Faye "Babe" Pressler and Miriam Chaplik Prober; and her many loving cousins, nieces, and nephews. Last but not least, her companion and devoted dog of almost 15 years, Solly.

She was a proud Wife, Mother and Grandmother (Mags).

Mom: Thank you for bringing joy and laughter in my life. You will always be my shining star. You were always there for me and David and loved unconditionally. So thankful you got to meet my best friend/loving companion, Craig Kirchner. I love you to the moon and back.- Barb

Mom: You were always an attentive Mother. I LOVED the little rebel inside you and will miss catching you sneaking your cigarettes (and denying it- with a loaded ashtray). Growing up, I remember you coming to my hockey games and Dad holding you back from running onto the ice every time I got checked into the boards. And the times as a teenager you would wait up for me after a date- just to scare me when I came in the door. In your later years, your love of QVC/makeup never wavered. All your random orders that you would have delivered were hilarious ("I didn't know it was on reorder for 24 months"). You were so beautiful, inside and out. You loved good, Ma. I love you- Barry

Mom: Your biggest joy was being around your family and friends. My memories are filled with kindness and love. You and Dad shared a special love. It was evident and profound. You loved to have friends/family over for dinner often. I have vivid memories of sitting around the kitchen table, laughing, telling stories and playing pan. Our home had an open door. You had an open heart. You loved to spend time with all your kids and Grandkids. You were so funny.

Some of my best memories of Mom: years ago when my best friend, myself and Mom would go play bingo when we lived in California. On one occasion, I picked up Mom and when I went to drop her off, she opened the passenger door, got distracted and simply fell (rolled) out onto the street. The 3 of us laughed so hard and so long (Mom wasn't hurt) that it has remained one of the funniest memories. Or the time Solly (her dog) got ahold of her false teeth (sorry Mom) and was running around the house, smiling. The love and laughter was endless.

Our bond was special but the best part was we both acknowledged and knew it was special. I could tell you anything. You never judged. You taught me how to cook, knit, crochet, how to be kind and a million other things. I will always remember this: When it rained at someones wedding, when a cricket got in the house or something happened that could have been seen as a crisis, you would turn and say "it's good luck".

My world is not as bright without you, but I know you are shining up there with all your loved ones, especially Dad. You will be missed more than words can say. I love you Mom. May you rest in Paradise.- Bubbles

Arrangements are under the guidance of Groman Eden Mortuary.