Theodore "Ted" Nelson
July 03, 2011
Theodore “Ted” Nelson, age 79, passed away Sunday, July, 3, 2011, at Trinity Center at Luther Park in Des Moines, Iowa.
Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 9, 2011, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street. Family will meet friends one hour prior to the service.
Born January 14, 1932, Ted was the son of Edward and Juanita (Breese) Nelson. He grew up in Des Moines and attended East High School. After high school, Ted enlisted in the U.S. Navy serving from 1952 until 1960, where he was assigned to the NSA.
On August 4, 1952, Ted was united in marriage to Maxine Joy Smith, and to this union one son was born, Michael. The couple made their home in Des Moines, and Ted worked as a System Analyst with the Federal Home Loan Bank. Ted was a Past President of Central Iowa Model A Club, and helped form the Lake Association at Lake Ponderosa. He enjoyed wood working, home remodeling, restoration of classic cars, and painting. Most of all Ted loved spending time with Maxine and his family.
Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Maxine; son Michael (Bridget) Nelson; grandchildren, Tiffany Nelson and Michael Nelson Jr.; brother, Jack Nelson; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family. Ted was preceded in death by his parents.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the “Old Indian.”
Memorials may be directed to Iowa Hospice or Central Iowa Alzheimer’s Association.
Online condolences may be directed to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Ron Johnson
07/12/2011
I would like to extend my condolences in Ted's passing. Ted used to be a co-worker of mine at BC/BS and he used to store cars in my shed when we lived in the country in the 1970s.
May the Lord encourage the family during this time.
Cheryl Neubeck
07/06/2011
So sorry to hear about Ted and all of us up here are thinking of you. I am glad that Dad was able to sit with Ted for a little while before he passed, I know it meant a lot to him. I have very warm memories of Ted and all of you. I will be coming down with Dad on Friday.
Diane Hartzer
07/06/2011
Maxine, Mike, Tiffany, Michael & family -
My deepest & sincere condolences to you all during this difficult time.
I will never forget the good times we shared together as a family, the memories made & all of the fun we had at the lake.
May God give you comfort & peace as you mourn the loss of your husband, father & grandfather. My prayers are with you all.
With sympathy,
Diane
Teresa (Greg) Nelson
07/06/2011
My heart and my prayers go out to your family at this time. I pray that God will give you peace and comfort. I know I didn't get to know all of you very well, but Greg always spoke with such great admiration for all of you.
God be with you
Teresa
Tom & Faye Carey
07/06/2011
Maxine & family,
So sorry to hear of Ted's passing. We so enjoyed our friendship with you both and have missed that in the recent years. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time.