Michael Sylvester Nelson
August 19, 1937 ~ May 29, 2013
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church, Chaptico, MD with Father Jerry Gamrot officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Monday, June 3, 2013 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.
Michael Sylvester Nelson, Sr., 75, of Clements died on May 29, 2013 in Clements, MD. Born on August 19, 1937 in Clements, he was the fourth child of eleven to be born to the late Francis Parran Nelson, Sr., and Agnes Kathleen (Ryan) Nelson. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Elizabeth (Hill) Nelson; children, Michael S. Nelson, Jr. (Donna), Joseph P. Nelson, Sr. (Tina), Agnes K. “Kay” Mayor (Edward), James L. “Leroy” Hill, Sr., (Kim), Nancy M. Russell (Andrew) and Leonard M. Nelson, Sr. (Samantha); 15 grandchildren, Kristi Nelson, Mickey Nelson, Ricky Nelson, Michelle Nelson, Joe Nelson, Nikki Nelson, Kristie Mattingly, Kimberly Oliver, Mary Ellen Mayor, Lorrie Mayor, James “JL” Hill, Maggie Russell, Andrew Russell, Alyssa Nelson, Lenny Nelson; 10 great-grandchildren, Madison Person, Alex Nelson, Trace Nelson, Lucas Nelson, Ella Nelson, Ella Mattingly, Brian Mattingly, Chyanna Lacey, JR Lacey, TJ Oliver; step-grandchildren, Michael, Brooke, and Anthony Bateman; and four more great-grandchildren on the way. Also survived by siblings; Shirley Vallandingham, Francis “Rod” Nelson, Clyde “Corky” Nelson, John “Jack” Nelson, Sandra Caywood, James “Buck” Nelson, Donald “Donnie” Nelson, and Terry Lee Nelson. He was preceded in death by his sister, Joan Ryce, brother, Pete Nelson, and grandsons Dylan, Austin, and Aiden Russell. He was a lifelong St. Mary’s County resident and was a farmer, heavy equipment operator and waterman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, crabbing, playing cards, gardening, and being with his family and friends. He especially loved having his grandchildren around him. He enjoyed telling stories from the “ol’ days”. In his younger years he enjoyed racing his 55 Chevrolet. He was considered “Mr. Fix-It” by all. There wasn’t anything he couldn’t fix. The family will receive friends on Monday, June 3, 2013 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church, Chaptico, MD with Father Jerry Gamrot officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be; Mickey Nelson, Ricky Nelson, Joe Nelson, J.L. Hill, Glen Oliver, and Brian Mattingly. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“Aunt Liz, Nancy, Leonard, Leroy, Joe, Mike,and Kay my thoughts and prayers are with you all just know he is watching over you all and is no longer in pain he will be missed but never forgotten love always Carrie, Charles, Austin, Abby and Allison “
“My heart goes out to the entire Nelson family. Uncle Mickey was such a sweet man. You will be miss. I will never forget as a young child seeing you on the farm. And now as I am older seeing you in your truck with the boat ready to go crabbing. And always a kind word every time I saw you. Love ya.”
“To the Nelson Family: You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“When I think about my own childhood memories, Uncle Mickey comes to mind. My dad used to take my brothers and I over to Uncle Mickey and Liz’s house on the weekends to work on race cars. My favorite thing about him was his name because it reminded me of Mickey Mouse. I also thought it was so funny how he would call Leonard “Danga”..I can still hear him now…I will never forget the memories I have of him. I know that he would want everyone to remember the good times they had and I am sure there are stories beyond stories of the funny good times with Uncle Mickey… I would like to give my condolences to the whole family and let you all know that you are always in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Rest in peace Mickey. Enjoyed the card games and fishing trips we shared with Mike, Mickey and Ricky. I know you will be missed greatly by your family and friends.”
“”So sorry to hear of your loss”
“Our Sincerest Condolences to the Entire Nelson Family! May He Rest In Peace!”
“Liz & Family, May Mickey rest in pice Just remember that Death leaves a broken heart but wnderful memories will last a life time God Bless You all.”
“Agnes and family so sorry for your loss. May God keep you strong during this difficult time. your dad will always be in your heart. I am here for you if you need anything. with friendship and love denise and ronnie “
“Liz, Nancy, Leonard, Leroy, Joe, Mike, Kay & the Nelson Family, So sorry to hear of Mickey’s passing. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.”
“Rest easy Uncle Mickey u will be missed by many. To the rest of my family I love u guys and we will get through this together?”
“To the Nelson family~No farwell words were spoken,no time to say goodbye,you were gone before we knew it,and only god knows why.May you all find comfort in knowing that “Pop” is no longer in any pain. May the laughs,the stories,and the smiles that you had with him, forever live on in your hearts. Pop~ I’m going to miss our fishing and crabbing trips,our card games,and our long talks. -Rickey Nelson “
“We are sending hugs and prayers to Aunt Liz & the family at this difficult time, now you will always have an angel watching over you. We will remember all the good times with Uncle Mickey and cherish the memories! We love you.”
“Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Uncle Mickey will be miss by all.”
“Our hearts go out to your family in this difficult time. He will be greatly missed. “
“My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time. May Uncle Mickey rest in peace.”
“Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all.”
“May God bless the family and keep them strong dealing with their loss. We send our love from the Nelson Family in Tampa”
“Liz and family, So sorry to hear about Mickey. He was a good hard working man, always had time for family and friends. God Bless.”
“So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family” “
“Thoughts and prayers to mom, my brothers, sisters and my aunts and uncles. We love you all.”
“Nancy and Family–I am sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Hold tight to the wonderful memories and legacy that your dad has left you.”
“Nancy, so sorry to hear about your dad. Big Hug.”
“Uncle Mickey will be greatly missed, him and Frankie won’t have their lunchtime conversation anymore. We are keeping the whole family in our prayers. Take care of each other during this time and even the days after.”
“Sandra and Siblings., Sorry to hear about your brother passing. Janet and I send you and yours our sincere condolences and our prayers are with you.”
“Our Thoughts and Prayers are with U All…HUGS”
“To the Nelson Family, my deepest condolences on your loss.”
“Kepping Mickey’s family in our thoughts and prayers.”
“May God bless each and every one of you and help you through the days ahead. Mickey was a very special person and loved by many. Keep your memories in your heart and remember he will always be looking over you from above. He is no longer suffering and with his family in heaven. We will remember him always and miss him greatly. “
“We are thinking of the Nelson families as this week lingers on. Good people are taken away, but no one understands. Those who do right are being taken away from evil and are given peace. Those who live as God wants, find rest in death. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Nelson family as they seek peace throuhout the coming days. God bless you all.”
“To Kay and the entire Nelson family,I express my deepest sympathies and condolences. May fond memories of Mr. Nelson bring you peace in the days ahead. “
“To Liz & Family.So sorry for your loss. He will truly be missed by everyone. My prayers are with you during this difficult time May the Peace of God be with all”
“To the Nelson family you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time”
“Leroy and Kim, We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless. “
“Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Nelson family, the relatives and many friends of Mickey. Our sincerest sympathy for your loss. May you find comfort and strength. “