Richard W. Nelsen Sr.'s Obituary
Richard W. Nelsen, age 70 of North Olmsted, passed away October 29, 2020. Loving father of Richard Jr. (Kai), Cara Martin, Britteny (Chris) Molchan and Lauren; cherished grandfather of Owen, Cassady, Mia, Whitney, Rhys and Courtney; dear brother of the late Jeffrey (Debbie) Nelsen; former husband of Deborah Nelsen; adored uncle of 9; nephew, cousin and friend of many.
Rick was a U.S. Army National Guard Veteran and a member of VFW Post 7647. He was a real estate agent for 44 years. He had a passion for hosting, entertaining, dancing and outdoor activities. He was a volunteer at MetroHealth and the family is very grateful to the team at Metro for taking care of him.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 from 10 AM-12 PM in the Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park, 6245 Columbia Rd.; where the Funeral Service will begin at 12 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Ames Family Hospice, 30080 Hospice Way Westlake, OH 44145.
Please write down your favorite memory of Rick and bring it to the service to drop in the memory box.
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