Donald J. Nelson, age 83 of Marietta passed away on May 16, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in 1934 to the late Gordon Phillip Nelson and Vera Gertrude Nelson. He was a graduate from the University of Detroit with an Accounting Degree and was an internal auditor with the US Government. In his spare time, he enjoyed sailing, reading the bible and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Suzanne Nelson; children, Debbi Alex and husband Nick, Don Nelson Jr., John Nelson and wife Dawn, Steve Nelson and wife Rhonda, Karen Jett; 11 grandchildren, sister, Lois Sanders, several nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life service will be held 2:00 pm, Monday, May 21, 2018 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Marietta with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donation in his memory may be made to the Salvation Army.