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Obituary

Lee (Lela May) Nelson, a wonderful woman whose life was marked by hard work and then much traveling, passed away on November 27, 2023. Born on February 18, 1928 in Seattle WA, she was the only child of Roy and Ella Davidson. Lee led an extraordinary life filled with simple joys and a deep love for her family. Her absence is deeply felt; she is survived by her loving daughter Valerie, and son, Randy (Mary).

Personal note

Losing a family member is very difficult, especially a parent. We will miss Lela as a mother, friend, aunt, and sister-in-law. She was always there for us.

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What was Lela's favorite color?
Purple
Purple
Purple
What were Lela's favorite local spots?
Baseball
Baseball
Baseball
What were Lela's favorite vacation spots?
Alaska and Arizona plus cruising
Alaska and Arizona plus cruising
Alaska and Arizona plus cruising
What were Lela's favorite ways to exercise?
Silver Sneakers and walks around the lake
Silver Sneakers and walks around the lake
Silver Sneakers and walks around the lake

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Born

February 18th, 1928
Seattle, WA
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Graduated from high school

1945
Queen Anne High School Seattle WA
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Got married to Carl Nelson

June 2nd, 1956
Seattle, WA

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Cause of death

Congestive Heart Failure

Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Evergreen Washelli Cemetery

11220 Aurora Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98133
Evergreen-Washelli Funeral Home
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Evergreen-Washelli Funeral Home

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