Mike Nelson, age 69, of Jackson, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at his home. He was born May 6, 1946 in Jackson County to the late Virgil Nelson and the late Hazel (Webb) Scott.
He is survived by his wife, Christine Nelson of Jackson, Ohio; sons: Mike Nelson II and Kevin (Tabatha) Nelson; daughter, Dominque Nelson; grandchildren: Polly (Matt) Morris, Jetty (Kyle) McKibbon, Kendra Nelson, Christina Nelson, Nikki Nelson, Joey Nelson, Brandon Nelson, Ashley Barnett, Logan Nelson, Olivia Nelson, Ashton Mullins, and Evan Perry; great-grandchildren: Kurtis Nelson, Bryce Morris, Matthew Morris, Ella McKibbon, Timothy Nichols, and Canyon Thacker; siblings: Ronald (Ernistene) Scott, Wilma May, Ed (Vida) Scott, Ted (Zoe) Scott, Jack (Linda) Scott, Jerry (Lorraine) Scott, Gale Bouillon, and Tammy Scott; special cousin, Vicki Ousley; family friend, nurse, and adopted daughter, Danyelle Speakman; as well as several nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, George Belisle; grandchildren, Roy Kevin Nelson Jr. and Robert Nesser.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, March 12, 2016 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Lewis & Gillum Funeral Home of Jackson. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 13, 2016 at 3 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Online condolences may be sent to www.lewisgillumfuneralhomes.com