Robert Parker Nelson

Robert Parker Nelson, born November 23, 1925, passed away November 14, 2014. He is survived by the love of his life for over 58 years, Elaine Marie Nelson; four devoted children, two daughters-in-law and one son-in-law; Robin (Bob) Myers, Rebecca Nelson, Chris (Peggy) Nelson, Kevin (Barb) Nelson; seven grandchildren, Justin (Heather) Myers, Scott (Alexandra) Myers, Jessica (Andrew) Proffitt, Michael Nelson, Courtney Nelson, Mara Nelson, and Laura Nelson; one sister, Bebe Judge; one brother, Neill (Katherine) Nelson; sister-in-law, Jan (Lyle) Lohman and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his best friend of 80 years, Jim Meharg. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Dorothy Nelson; two sisters, Dorothy Lee Nelson and Sue Nelson; one brother, Thomas Nelson; one brother-in-law, Ed Judge; and one sister-in-law, Dottie Nelson. Bob devotedly served as Executive Director for both the Virginia Travel Council and the Ashland-Hanover Chamber of Commerce, as well as being a past president of the Old Dominion Toastmasters. Bob coached and umpired for over 30 years at Bethlehem Little League, Richmond semi-pro league, and other area baseball leagues. The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 20, 2014 from 3:00 pm-6:00 pm at Nelsen Funeral Home, Reid Chapel, Ashland, Virginia. A funeral mass will be held at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Ashland, Virginia on Friday, November 21, 2014 at 10:00 am. The family would like to thank all of their friends for their love and support. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Cancer Society. Psalm 61: 1-4