Walter Nelson
A graveside service was June 30 for Walter Leroy Nelson of
Sedalia, who died June 24 at the Castle Rock Care Center. He was
75.
Born Feb. 15, 1928, in Denver, he was the son of Harry Walter
and Ellen Elizabeth (Erickson) Nelson. He spent most of his life in
Sedalia.
Mr. Nelson served in the U.S. Marines during the Korean War. He
was wounded and received the Purple Heart. He was a former member
of the American Legion.
He enjoyed animals, reading, collecting rock and arrowheads,
hunting and antiques.
Mr. Nelson was preceded in death by brothers Gordon and Bob and
is survived by his children, Jo Bayles of Sedalia and Eric Nelson
of New Mexico; brother Vernon Nelson and his wife, Laurie, of
Aurora; and granddaughter Sierra Bayles.
Memorial contributions can be made to Douglas County Open Space,
100 Wilcox St., Castle Rock, CO 80104.
Olinger Andrews Caldwell Gibson Funeral Home of Castle Rock made
arrangements.