Michael Lynn Nelson, age 54, passed away Sunday, April 17, 2011 at the United General Hospital in Sedro-Woolley, Washington. He was born August 17, 1956 in Anacortes, Washington to Ron and Bobbetta (McCarron) Nelson.
Michael was brought up by his mother who did a wonderful job. She taught him to be responsible, honest, kind, and big hearted and through all his life he was all of those and more! A great son, sibling, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. His caring for and about other people went above and beyond! Through it all, he kept his sense of humor and code of ethics. He provided well for his family and was a very hard worker, always dedicated to the job at hand. Michael loved his wife as much as any man could love his wife.
Michael grew up in the Burlington area and for the past 25 years has resided in Sedro-Woolley. He worked as a welder and for many years he worked as a production manager for Blue Diamond Manufacturing in Mount Vernon.
Michael was married to Billie Aldrich on March 20, 1975 in Seattle and they just celebrated their 36th wedding anniversary.
He enjoyed basking in the sun, fishing, driving his fast back mustang with the Kid Rock CD turned up!, watching Nascar, U.F.C. and N.F.L.
Michael is survived by his wife Billie Nelson of the family home in Sedro-Woolley. 3 daughters, Michelle Busadre and her husband Davis of Sedro-Woolley, Chantelle Nelson of Kirkland, and Mollie Nelson and her husband Guyle Adkerson of Sedro-Woolley. 2 grandchildren, Issac Nelson and Samantha Busadre. His father, Ron Nelson of Eastern Washington and mother, Bobbetta Jinnett and her husband Ken of Mount Vernon. 3 brothers, Tom and David Nelson of Bellingham, Randy Nelson of Sedro-Woolley, and his sister, Fawn Nelson Felton Huff and her husband Jim of Sedro-Woolley. Numerous nieces and
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, April 23, 2011 at 2:00PM at Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley with Pastor Rick Miles of the Day Creek Chapel officiating. Visitation will be available Thursday and Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM until services. Cremation will follow the services.
We’ve lived in Mike’s neighborhood for almost 16 years…passing his place to get ‘out’. to get the mail and the paper. When ever we’d see him , we stop and have a conversation. Mike was always upbeat, and had a ready smile. Watching him build a barn all by himself was a real joy. Going by that on a daily basis, we could see the progress, and wondered how he did it all. Obviously, he was very talented in many areas. Recently he-again solo-cleared many trees to let some light in to his home, and did this with minimal disruption, while hopping around to get the fallen trees out of the way. Mike will be missed by us, but we are truly glad we knew him.
Our hearts, prayers and thoughts are with each and everyone of the Family… always seem that someone is taken so early from us in life… Cousin Mike… We may not have stayed in touch too well… but will always have wonderful and great memories to remember you by… We will miss you….
My uncle was a great man that had unending love for his amazing wife, his children, grand children and all his extended family. He definitly was a great husband, father, brother, son, and uncle and a role model for all of us. I will miss him deeply and will always remember his laughter and smile. I will see you when I get there…..
All my love…
A truly wonderful man was taken from this world way too soon!! My Dear brother Michael I will miss you always!!! I’m sad that you are gone but it helps to know that you will not suffer in pain the way you were anymore. Rest in peace, until we meet again!!!! I love You!!!!
My father was the most amazing man on this planet and the next. He always took care of his family even beyond what was asked of him. He loved my mother to a level everyone should strive for. And raised his children with great work ethic and respect for themselfs and others. I was proud to be his daughter, I only wish it could have been so for longer . I love you daddio xoxoxo
Will Miss You Little-Brother. But I’m also glad your not in any more pain…
Love You !