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In memory of
Robert "Bob" Jerome Nelson
July 26, 1955 - June 4, 2025
Jul 26, 1955 - Jun 4, 2025
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Obituary
Robert (Bob) Jerome Nelson, age 69, passed away unexpectedly at his home in New Milford, CT on June 4, 2025. Bob was born in Bottineau, ND, to Daryl and JoAnn (Tooley) Nelson on July 26, 1955. He graduated from Bottineau High School in 1973.
Bob earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Mayville State College, ND, in 1977. Much of Bob’s professional career was devoted to teaching at the high school level and in Special …
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Memories & condolences
Nelson family,
We are very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was always a friendly and fun guy. Our deepest sympathies.…
Nelson family,
We are very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was always a friendly and fun guy. Our…
Nelson family,
We are very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was…
I had the privilege as a high school freshman of being parked between Bob Nelson and Bob Nelson in the BHS Band Trombon…
I had the privilege as a high school freshman of being parked between Bob Nelson and Bob Nelson in …
I had the privilege as a high school freshman of being parked be…
Community Involvement
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Flasher Volunteer Fire Department
Volunteer of
Flasher Ambulance Service
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What were Bob's favorite ways to spend free time?
On the lake or at the fire pit.
On the lake or at the fire pit.
On the lake or at the fire pit.
What were Bob's favorite artists or styles of art?
He loved crafting, wood working, and painting. He appreciated creativity in others w…
He loved crafting, wood working, and painting. He appreciated creativity in others wherever he…
He loved crafting, wood working, and painting. He appreciated creativity in others wherever he found it.
Timeline
Born
July 26th, 1955
Graduated from high school
1973
Bottineau High School, Brander Street, Bottineau, ND
Graduated from college
1977
Mayville State University, 3rd Street Northeast, Mayville, ND
Survived by
Norma Larson Nelson
Spouse
Jaclyn Nelson
Daughter-in-law
Joshua Nelson
Son
Jamie Nelson
Daughter
Austin Vaughn
Step-son
Jordan Vaughn
Step-daughter
Peggy Nelson (Fugere)
Ex-wife
Jim & Brenda Nelson
Brother
Mark Nelson
Brother
Nancy Olson
Cousin
Mary Jo Hove
Cousin
Diane Sjol
Sister-in-law
Predeceased by
Daryl Nelson
Father
JoAnn Nelson (Tooley)
Mother
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Method of disposition
Cremation
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Josiah (J.J.) Nelson (Bob's son),
Jaclyn Nelson,
Jamie Nelson and
Norma Nelson.
