Lawrence Nelson, 83, of 11 Deer Pond Drive, died Monday, July 14 in his home surrounded by his family after an illness.
He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He leaves his wife of 56 years Mary F. (Bassan) Nelson, a son The Rev. Frank L. Nelson and his wife Judith of Huntington Station, New York, two daughters Christina M. Nelson and her companion Ken Caron of Worcester, Karin M. Rock and her husband Daniel of Rutland, a sister Frances Nelson of New Sweden, Maine, 5 grandchildren Eve, Jacob, Madison, Alexandra & Charles and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by a sister Thelma Patricks.
Mr. Nelson was born in New Sweden, Maine son of Frank H. and Elvira (Olson) Nelson. He was a machinist at Parker & Harper Manufacturing in Worcester for 44 years retiring in 1990. He was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church in Auburn and the Auburn Elks. He was a voracious reader. The family wishes to thank those who provided compassionate care, especially Dr. Kevin Martin, Dr. Ralph Sama and the staff of the V.N.A. Care Hospice.
A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, July 19 at 11:00 AM in Bethel Lutheran Church, 90 Bryn Mawr Avenue, Auburn. Entombment will be in All Faith's Cemetery, Worcester. A calling hour will preceded the service from 10:00-11:00 AM in the church. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Bethel Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 90 Bryn Mawr Ave., Auburn, MA 01501. MORIN-MORRISON FUNERAL HOME, 1131 Main St., Leicester is directing arrangements.