Obituary of Norman G. Nelson

Norman G. Nelson, Jr., 90, of Superior, departed this life and entered into his heavenly home on May 25, 2016. He was born April 21, 1926, in Milwaukee, Wis., son of Helen and Norman Nelson, Sr. Norman proudly served as corporal in the Marine Corps during the Pacific Theater of World War II in 1944. Following discharge, sailing on the Great Lakes brought him to Superior where he met Marilyn Sundeen, married in 1945, and began his career as a grain inspector. His long and productive life included involvement in numerous civic and Christian organizations. Most recently, he was an active member of Our Redeemer's Free Lutheran Church, the Bong Historical Center, American Legion Post 435, and VFW Post 1091. He is preceded in death by his parents and four siblings, Dorothy, James, Helen and Olen. Survivors include his wife, Marilyn; son, Mark (Shari), and daughter, Gail Hamre (Kevin). In honor of Norman's love for fellowship, there will be a time of remembrance luncheon: from 12 noon until 2 p.m. Thursday, June 9 at Our Redeemer's Free Lutheran Church, 2125 Missouri Avenue, Superior, followed by a commital ceremony at Graceland Cemetery with military rights by American Legion Post 435. The family would like to thank the staff of Superior Rehab and Nursing Center for their exemplary care and kindness.