1923 ~ NELSON ~ 2013

Mr. William “Bill” Nelson of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Magdalena Nelson, passed away on Friday, June 21st, 2013 at the age of 88 years. Bill leaves to cherish his memory four step children, Melvin (Beatrice) Bespflug, Clifford (BettyAnn) Bespflug, Gladys (Manfred) Toebs, and Marie (Lawrence) Siewert; nine grandchildren; twelve great- grandchildren; two brothers; two sisters; numerous brothers and sisters-in-law and their families; as well as many nieces and nephews. Bill was predeceased by his wife, Magdalena; his parents, Martin and Helena Nelson; one brother; and three sisters. Bill enjoyed bowling for many years. He especially enjoyed his weekly trips to the mall with his brother, Alfred, and cherished the weekly visits he received from his step grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Bill will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends. A Private Funeral Service will be held in SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, on Saturday, June 29th, 2013 with Gary W. Goran officiating. A Private Interment will take place in the Family Plot at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. Memorial gifts in Bill’s memory may be made to 4West, Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, 666 – 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bill Nelson. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATORIUM, “The Chapel in the Park”, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone (403)528-2599