Bruce L. Nelson

Bruce L. Nelson, age 86, passed away Thursday, April 27 at Toledo Hospital. The son of Bruce and Edna, he was born November 12, 1936 in Wood County. He was a graduate of Macomber High School. He worked for GM Powertrain until his retirement. He was a very talented gardener of vegetables and was an avid fan of baseball and bike riding. Bruce loved to take his beloved dog, Millie, on walks regularly. Above all he loved spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Karen; daughters, Lori (Pat) Heldt, Deborah (Gary) Allen; grandchildren, Brandon (Kristen), Andrew (Sara), Steven (Andi), Emily (Manfred), Garrett (Emma), Abby (Will), Ian (Mackenzie); great grandchildren, Penny, Brooks, Logan, Miles; sister, Dolores (Don) Boos; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Sandra Nelson-Tolnai and his parents.
A funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 6, 2023 follow by a receiving of guest until 3:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home-Northwest Chapel, 4150 W. Laskey Rd, Toledo (419-473-0300).
In lieu of flowers please consider making a memorial contribution to the Toledo Humane Society.
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