Irwin Nelson
February 18, 2010
Condolences
Please accept our deepest sympathies and know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad time. Don and Sharon Irvin
— Don and Sharon Irvin, February 27, 2010To Irwin's family, I had the priviledge of working with Irwin at Mount Forest Public School back in 1988-9. He was a custodian. I was a first year teacher. There were some strange politics going on with the staff at that time, and after a particularly difficult encounter with someone, Irwin quietly listened to me vent and offered me a piece of advice based on his time spent in the infantry. He said, if someone orders you to do something that you disagree with, you respond,"Yes sir, right away, sir." But don't do it. Chances are it wasn't that important anyway. On the other hand, if that person comes back and and still wants the task done, you respond, "I was just about to do that" - and do it. I've kept that little memory of Irwin with me for many years. I hope that you all have many fond memories and stories to share with each other. He was an exceptional man, and I know he will be missed. Nancy Ross Goderich
— Nancy Ross, February 25, 2010We are so saddened by the news of Mr Nelson's death. Mr Nelson was always in great spirits when I would see him at work or at Remembrance Day ceremony's, To the family, Mr Nelson maybe gone, but he will be your angel and guiding light for you and your family. Stay strong and enjoy the memories as I do, of my Father. The McGovern's
— John,Tali McGovern and Family, February 23, 2010Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
— , January 1, 2010Irene and family please accept our deepest sympathy. Irene you were the best wifeand Bill you were the most caring son Irwin could of had our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Gary & Sheila MacEachern
— Gary & Sheila MacEachern, February 22, 2010Bill, Lee & family Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a great man. Wayne & Cheryl Allen & Family
— , February 21, 2010Irene,brothers,sisters,and families. So sorry to hear of Irwin's passing.You are in my thoughts and prayers.Take care of one another in the days to come. You will have great memories of Irwin, so cherish each and every one of them.
— Sheila Hamilton, February 21, 2010Darryl, Stu and family. Sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers
— Andrea and Steve Chambers, February 21, 2010Sorry to hear of Irwin's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you all at this difficult time, Don and Marie
— , January 1, 2010Dear Irene and Family: We were saddened to hear of Irwin's passing.Sorry,we are unable to be with you and your Family at this time.We know he will be missed by Family and Community as he was a very active and involved person.Keeping you in our thoughts and Prayers.Donna and Sid Hewitt.
— Donna & Sid Hewitt, February 21, 2010I was so sorry to hear of Irwin's passing. He was such a kind and gentle soul. Even during his tougher days he always had a smile on his face. I'm going to miss that smile. It was an honour to have known him. My deepest condolences to all of you.
— Jill Fitzgeorge, February 21, 2010Nelson family: Irwin was a special man and will be greatly missed. Cherish your memories, your in my thoughts and prayers.
— Angie Weber, February 21, 2010Irene and Family Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Will give you a call when we get home from Texas, Irene. Les & Virginia
— Les & Virginia Byers, February 20, 2010Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Irwin was a wonderful person and dedicated to his family and friends. Always a jokster with a word of advice to anyone who crossed his path. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Jim & Ruth Penwarden
— Jim & Ruth Penwarden, February 20, 2010I am so sorry to read of the passing of your Husband, Dad, and Grandpa. Keep his memories close and know he was a wonderful man to all who knew him.
— , January 1, 2010Bill and Lee:may it comfort you to know that others are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. With Sympathy, Mark and Nadine
— Mark & Nadine Goetz, February 20, 2010Phyllis and your family....Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and trying time....All our Love Diane and Larry and Linda....Thinking of you
— Linda and Larry Litt and Rev. Diane Eurig, February 19, 2010Irene, Bill, Laurie, Brenda and families. We are thinking of you all at this time. I know the last few years have been difficult, but with the wheelchair van and help of his family, Irwin was very fortunate to be able to go to different functions (yes, I kept up with his "outings" via the Mt. Forest Confederate!!) His talks about the War to the Public School students was always something the kids talked about. I had the honour to care for Irwin while he was in the Hospital. I heard many of those stories. We also shared many laughs. Please accept our sympathy on the loss of Irwin--your Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather. Cheryl & Dave Stevens, Todd & Kevin Armstrong
— Cheryl Stevens, February 19, 2010Dear Irene & family, Please accept my deepest sympathy. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Although I was not at Saugeen Valley for a long time, I enjoyed getting to know Irwin and yourself Irene.
— Marian Mac Donald, February 19, 2010To the Nelson family: So sorry to hear of Irwin's passing. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy in your time of sorrow. He was a very special man and will be greatly missed. Sorry we are unable to attend the services as we are still in Vancouver. Sincerely, Doug and Joan
— Doug and Joan Woods, February 19, 2010Dear Bill and Lee We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill's father, Irwin. May you find comfort in the fond memories you have. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. With sincere sympathy, Debbie and Geoff Hotson
— Debbie and Geoff Hotson, February 19, 2010I saw Uncle Irwin about 2 weeks ago - he opened his eyes and asked 'how are things in Pembroke?' That pretty much speaks to the gregarious nature of a man who was a good Canadian, farmer, soldier, husband, brother, father, uncle and friend. I am glad you were our uncle - you will be missed. Your niece, JoAnne
— JoAnne Brooks, February 18, 2010