Obituary of Margaret Anne Nelson

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Margaret Anne Nelson (Scanlan), who left us peacefully on July 29th, 2024 at the Mayo Clinic, Methodist Hospital in Rochester, MN, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 31st, 1944 and was a proud graduate of Holy Angels high school in 1962. Margaret lived a life full of faith, love, compassion, and dedication.

Margaret is survived by her children, Steve (Dawn) Nelson and Krista Nelson; grandchildren, Andrew (Victoria) Nelson, Taylor (Aaron) Judd, Alyssa (Nic) Jensen, Nicole (Kyle) Kriewall, Hannah Nelson; great-grandchildren, Tucker and Lily Jensen, Vivian Nelson, Klay Kriewall, Baby Judd (due in September) and Baby Jensen (due in October); brother Michael Scanlan, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Edward J. Nelson, parents Edward Joseph and Mary Theresa (Wachtler) Scanlan, brother Edward Scanlan, and sister, Mary Hobbins, along with several brothers/sisters-in-law. 

Margaret enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She was so proud of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and loved the moments where she could play games, give them treats, and genuinely spoil them in many ways. Her vibrant spirit and zest for life were infectious, and she will be remembered for her strong faith, kindness, generosity, funny sense of humor, and love for all. 

Margaret held a few occupations throughout her life, two of her favorites were working for Barnes and Noble and for Northwest Airlines. The majority of her work was at the airlines, where many referred to her as, “Mom”. She often brought in fun treats and made everyone feel important and loved. Her passion for others was evident in everything she did, leaving a lasting impact on those who had the privilege to know and love her.

Margaret touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her legacy of love and kindness will forever remain in our hearts.

A special thank you to the staff in the Emergency Department and on Station 74 (palliative care team) at Mayo Clinic, Methodist Hospital for the exceptional care. You are an amazing team!                               

A visitation will be held Monday, August 5th 4-7 pm at the Cremation Society of Minnesota- Edina Chapel, funeral service August 6th at Nativity of Mary Catholic Church in Bloomington, MN with a 10am visitation and 11am mass, followed by a light lunch. Interment will be Aug 7th, 9:30 am, at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials preferred to the family to disburse amongst various charities close to Margaret's heart.