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Obituary for NELSON


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Sunday February 06, 2011

Stephen E. Nelson, 56, born in Queens, NY on September 28, 1954, passed away after a brief illness on Wednesday, February 2, 2011. He is survived by his loving wife, Lynn of Tome, NM, extended family and friends. Steve was a lifelong Yankee fan and in his youth played Tripple A ball for the Rochester Red Wings (a farm club of the Minnesota Twins). He was a Vietnam veteran having served in the US Navy. Steve moved to New Mexico 30 years ago and worked as a supervisor at Goodman's Office Systems. He was an accomplished carpenter and craftsman. Steve played a tremendous game of golf. Steve and Lynn married in 1991. He had a wonderful sense of humor and a joy for living. He will be missed by many. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2011, 3:00 p.m., at French-University. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Brothers of the Good Shepherd, 318 Iron SW, Albuquerque, NM 87114. Please visit our online guestbook for Stephen at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333