Nelson, Russell A.

Russell A. Nelson, 56, of Rio passed away at 4:05 a.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at home.

He was born April 21, 1958 in Galesburg to Richard E. and Shirley Galyean Nelson and married Hope Lee on October 30, 1981 in Galesburg. She survives.

Russell is also survived by his son, Logan Nelson; his parents, Richard (Lori) Nelson of Springfield and Shirley Nelson of Maui; and his brother Zachary Nelson.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Scott Nelson and his sister, Dee Dee Schwartzkopf.

Russell worked for many years in management for Bi-State Muffler in Moline, he had also managed Jolliff Auto Glass and Exhaust in Galesburg. He will be remembered for his service with The Weekend Community, being active in the Christian Church in Illinois and Wisconsin Regional Youth Ministry Program. Russ was a loving and influential leader at the Youth Summit, Camps, and other events. He will also be remembered as a member of the Galesburg Motorcycle Club. He was a member of First Christian Church.

Cremation has been accorded, and a celebration of Russell’s life will be held at 5 p.m. Sunday, October 19 at First Christian Church in Galesburg. Pastors Greg and Martha-Jean Fitch will officiate. Visitation is scheduled from 2-5 p.m. at the church. Memorials may be made to First Christian Church, The Weekend Community, or to the family for his son’s education. Expressions of sympathy may be given to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.

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