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Roger Paul Nelson

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Roger Paul Nelson

February 17, 1960 - October 4, 2022

With great sadness, we announce the passing of Paul Nelson on October 4, 2022. Paul loved life and departed from this life while preparing to combine the fall crop on the farm where he grew up on the Centreton Road, in Haldimand Township, Northumberland County. In addition to farming, Paul has been a City Chrysler Dealer in Medicine Hat, Alberta for 28 years, and he loved to travel with his wife Kim who shared his love of running. They recently ran in the Buenos Aires Marathon in South America and Paul was proud of having completed running marathons on all seven continents.
Paul will be sorely missed by his wife, Kim, his parents Roger Nelson (Betty) and Doris Goheen, his daughter Alisa Robinson (Brent), sons Noray and Loren Nelson, stepdaughters Alysha and Trisha Bryant, grandson Brodie Robinson, brother Barton Nelson (Nancy) and sisters Natalie (Jill) and Julie Nelson (Geoff), nieces Jill Nelson, Jillian Tam, nephews Brian Nelson (Amanda), Clark Nelson (Martina), and Ben Tam, as well his in-laws Jerry and Vera Walterhouse, sister-in-law Linda Walterhouse and brother-in-law Craig Walterhouse.
Paul is resting at the MacCoubrey Funeral Home on King Street East in Cobourg, Ontario and there will be visiting hours on Tuesday, October 11 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The funeral will take place on Wednesday, October 12 at 11 a.m.

MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE / DONATIONS

Judith and Murray McCleary - October 18, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Liz Champion(McBride) - October 17, 2022

Iam so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Nelson family

Catherine Irwin - October 17, 2022

Such shocking and sad news. Our deepest condolences to Bart, Nancy and all of the family. Tim and Catherine

loren nelson - October 17, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Gil and Diana Schechtel - October 16, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Gayl Nelson - October 14, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Duncan James - October 13, 2022

My deepest condolences. This is sad news indeed.

Victoria Robinson, Brad & Sarah Robinson - October 13, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Dave & Carol Puddicombe - October 13, 2022

Roger and Betty, we just found out today about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this difficult time.

Ruth and Ron Robinson - October 13, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Janet Taylor-Nelson - October 13, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Cystic Fibrosis Canada

Janet Taylor-Nelson - October 13, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Cystic Fibrosis Canada

Laurie Deviney - October 13, 2022

So very sorry to hear about Roger’s passing. The best to his family.

Fran Munro - October 12, 2022

Dear Roger, Doris, Bart and Nancy and all the Nelson family, please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of Paul. It is hard to lose a loved one so young! I’m sure he being well cared for by Grandma Iva. All the best as you go through this difficult time. Fran Burns Munro

Earl & Grace Dodds - October 12, 2022

Roger and Betty, we are so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing so suddenly. Our sincere condolences to you and your Families. Grace & Earl Dodds

George and Marion Arnold - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Walter Sokol - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Gwen Watkins - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Katherine Johns - October 12, 2022

Dear Natalie and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time??

Gordon and Marg Jibb - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Margaret Connor - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

UCB Radio

Ralph and Helen Goheen - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Vivian Anderson - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Diane and Chester Froncz - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Kevin and Susan Goheen - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Carroll and June Mallory - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Castleton United Church

Michael and Arlene Pettipas - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Doctors Without Borders

John and Dixie Winkworth - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

St. Peter's Church Building Fund

David and Sandra Robinson - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Brian Bickle - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Glen and Sherry Ellison - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Chris and Amy DeJong - October 12, 2022

Roger, Betty, Bart, Nancy and the Nelson family we were so very sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Melissa Nadeau - October 12, 2022

Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Paul's quick wit and humor will not be forgotten. Always ready with a story, joke or prank to make you laugh. I know dad enjoyed your chats about the car business and whatever else you two would go on about! Thinking of all of you! Sincerely Melissa, Braydon, Liz and the rest of the Nadeau Family

Marsha Jones - October 12, 2022

I am very sorry for your loss.

Ron Freeman - October 12, 2022

Condolences from Ron and June

Wendy and Bruce Anthony - October 12, 2022

Bart, Nancy, and the Nelson family, we were so sorry to hear about Paul's passing. Our thoughts are with all of you. Wendy and Bruce

Jim and Jamie West - October 12, 2022

Roger Nelson and all of the Nelson family our condolences on the passing of Paul.

Jim & Sharan Landon - October 12, 2022

To the Nelson family So sorry for your loss Our condolences Regards Jim & Sharan Landon

Bryce and Linda Bonner - October 12, 2022

Dear Roger and Betty, sending our sincere condolences to the Nelson family. Our thoughts are with you all.

Leo and Brenda Campbell - October 11, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Art Jeninga - October 11, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Linda Fisher (McBride) - October 11, 2022

I’m so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Wayne and Emmy McQuoid - October 11, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Geraldine Miedema - October 11, 2022

I am so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. My condolences. You are all in my thoughts at this time.

Tiffany Soetemans - October 11, 2022

We are sending our deepest condolences. We are so sorry for your loss The Soetemans

WAYNE MC QUOID - October 11, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Endowment Fund of Northumberland Hills Hospital

Ralph & Norma Stoffers - October 11, 2022

To the Nelson families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Sincerely The Bowman Girls.

Marilyn Todd - October 11, 2022

I didn’t know Paul but I did know his mom from Palisades and she spoke often about Paul and his siblings. She was very proud of Paul and his accomplishments. We are all very saddened about his passing and we send sincere condolences to all his family and are here to support Doris. God bless you and give help in you grieving. Love, Marilyn Todd

Marsha Alder - October 11, 2022

Jim and I are so sorry for your loss. Keeping all of you and family in our prayers

Linda and Eugene Zahrabelny - October 11, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Glenn and Elaine Torrie - October 11, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Irene Osborne - October 11, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Castleton United Church

Linda Constable - October 11, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Philip Brown - October 11, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Frederick Sherri - October 11, 2022

Dear Nelson Family, Please accept our deepest sympathies in this time of sorrow. You’ll be in our thoughts, Lots of Love from the Sherri Family. <3

Elaine Hope - October 11, 2022

Dear Nancy, Betty, and all of Paul’s family Please accept my sincere condolences at this sad time. May all your happy memories bring you some comfort. Love and prayers, sincerely, Elaine

Lynn Robinson Johnson - October 11, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Jennifer Young-Williams - October 11, 2022

Our sincere condolences to everyone in your family. We are thinking of you and sending love and support to you Kim and your family during this difficult time.

Mark,Cindy Bickle and Family - October 11, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Mark and Cindy Bickle - October 11, 2022

Our sincere condolences to everyone in the Nelson family. We are thinking of all of you. May the good memories you have of Paul help you through this difficult time.

Greg & Alice Arthur - October 11, 2022

Our sincere condolences to the entire family. Paul and I grew up together, and attended school together.I was fortunate to have spent a lot of my youth with Paul and his family at the Nelson farm, and still hold many fond memories. We lost touch somewhat after school was over, but fortunately reconnected when Paul moved to Alberta. Although we haven’t had the opportunity to see one another often, I always enjoyed our chats/texts to keep updated on Paul’s s successes and family, most recently talking about his trip in September and the 2022 harvest. Rest In Peace my friend.

Marvin Stapleton - October 11, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Canadian Cancer Society

Eileen Sheppard - October 11, 2022

Dear Kim and the Nelson Family, I was very shocked to read of Paul's passing. We had reconnected through Ironman's in which we had some great laughs and shared training ideas. I'm sorry for your loss, thinking of you during this very difficult time. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no can steal. Eileen Sheppard

Charles Massey - October 11, 2022

Hi Doris, Please accept my sincere condolences for the great loss of your first born son Paul. I met him on few occasions but my favourite meeting with Paul was in Medicine Hat on my motorcycle trip to the Arctic Circle. I spent some time with Paul and there he shared his own desires for adventures and challenges. He most definitely loved running. He will be missed. May God give Paul eternal rest as he Rest In Peace.

Karim McDaniels - October 11, 2022

Paul and I knew each other since highschool. We spent considerable time together in class, playing pranks, playing together in the CDCI West band, and flying down the roads of Centreton; Paul in his brown Ford truck, me in my blue VW bug . All who knew him will remember his warmth, dry humour, wit and spirited determination. His sudden passing has been a devastating shock, and my heart goes out to all his family. May he RIP.

Anne and Paul Burnham - October 11, 2022

We would like to extend to the Nelson family our sincere condolences at this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you and we pray that you may have the strength you need. Anne and Paul Burnham

John and Di Brown - October 11, 2022

Our deepest condolences on the sudden passing of your son. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Herman & Marlene Mooy - October 11, 2022

Our sincere condolences to you, Roger and Betty, on Paul’s sudden passing. Our thoughts are with you and your entire family at this difficult time. Herman and Marlene

Margaret and Terry Eldridge - October 10, 2022

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your son, Roger and Betty. Our prayers and sincerest of condolences go out to you and all of your extended family. Terry and Margaret Eldridge

Anne and Gary Parker - October 10, 2022

Our condolences to you, Doris, Roger and family at this sad time. So sad to lose your son. May the memories of special times with him bring you comfort at this time and in the days ahead.

Nancy Boyer - October 10, 2022

Thinking of you all during this difficult time… I’m so sorry for your loss . I’m sure it feels devastating and unexpected. I know how much I’ve been struggling with it along with others that were a part of his life along the way . I have missed him and all of you hus immediate family …Doris, Roger, Betty, Noray Loren and Alisa and Brent , Bart and Nancy, Julie and Natalie , my heart is aching for all of you and your loved ones . I cherish the many good times we had together when I was with Paul. I hope that you will find the comfort and strength and faith you need to heal and recover from this painful blow ….. sending love and hugs and heavenly support for you all , your extended family and all who knew and loved him ?. I also send my heartfelt condolences to Kim and her family and wish you many blessings ahead ❤️

Julie McKenzie - October 10, 2022

To all of you, God's strengthening and comforting hand, and His sheltering love - may it encircle you all. Julie

Roslyn (Mann) and Rob Smart - October 10, 2022

Bart and Nancy, Roger and Betty, Doris, Natalie and Julie, and families: So sorry to hear about Paul. Our condolences to all of you, and know that we're thinking of you. Roslyn and Rob

Aunt Barb and Uncle Sam - October 10, 2022

Dear Kim and family. Please accept our sincerest and deepest sympathy in the loss of Paul. I remember very excitedly walking up the snow filled lane hurrying to come home to see the new baby. He was beautiful. We shall forever miss our beautiful “Howdy”. His kindness, compassion, humour and caring manner we shall treasure forever.May God be with you all at this very difficult time. We thank God for the life of Roger Paul Nelson our beloved nephew.

Bernie & Sally Reinert - October 10, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Gordon Jibb - October 10, 2022

Shocked by this sad news. Condolences to you all. Gord & Marg Jibb

Sam and Barbara McReelis - October 10, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Sam and Barbara McReelis - October 10, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Brenden Samuel McReelis and Dr Stephanie Dobney - October 10, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Michael Beech - October 10, 2022

Dear Mr. Roger Nelson Sr. and the Nelson family. I am shocked and saddened to hear of Paul's passing. I offer my sincere condolences. In recent years I would see Paul spring and fall bere in Ontario and he would tell me how the family was doing. My mother was one of Paul's teachers and I got to know Paul originally through her and Paul's father was my principal so our families were intertwined.

Fay Farmer - October 10, 2022

My condolences to Doris and the Nelson family. I hope memories of happy times together with Paul will bring you comfort in this time of grief.

George & Marion Arnold - October 10, 2022

We were shocked and saddened to learn of Paul's untimely passing and our thoughts and prayers are with all the Nelson family.

Bonnie McQuarrie (McBride) - October 9, 2022

I am so very sad to hear of Paul’s passing. He certainly experienced some wonderful experiences in life but his life was way too short. I would like to pass along my most heartfelt condolences to all of Paul’s family.

Tom and Lena Nudds - October 9, 2022

Dear Kim and Family, Our sincere condolences on the passing of your husband Paul. Wishing you peace as you journey through this difficult time. Tom and Lena ??????

Harry Jeninga and Penny Masters - October 9, 2022

Roger and Betty ...Extending our deepest sympathy to you during this time. Thinking of you and your family.

Margaret - October 9, 2022

So sorry for the loss for your brother thinking of you all

Dan Ferguson - October 9, 2022

very sad to hear of Paul's sudden passing. He is a month older than I am and I hadn't seen him for many years but I always marvelled at his personal successes. my memories go way back to 4-H character building, showing at the RAWF with Bart and Paul and 3 rowdy Limo steers in 1977 and selling them in the Frazer Pavilion for better than 50 cents a lb. not big money but Big experience. Paul was always rich with life experience and DID eventually conquer the world. We had many classic teen adventures including the band trip to Pennsylvania in High school which was more than music and some sunrise field parties where there was misbehaviors. His drive and energy and warmth will be missed and my sympathies go out to those he held close.

Jhaneeta Massey - October 9, 2022

My condolences to the Goheen family. Doris,you are in our thoughts and prayers.May God sustain you and the whole family as you grieve Paul.Praying for you all.????

Lori Van Dam - October 8, 2022

This is very sad news to here of Paul’s passing and my heart goes out to all of you in this time of great sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. Lori Van Dam

Harry and Fran Giddings - October 8, 2022

Our condolences to the Nelson family. Sorry for your loss.

Shirley Foden - October 8, 2022

Sincere condolences to Paul’s family and friends. My thoughts are with you.

Darlene and Dan Dombroski - October 8, 2022

Deepest condolences to Paul’s family and friends.

Vanessa Megee - October 8, 2022

Paul was in our 20 Group for years. He was such an addition to the group, great input both socially and Business. When I read that he had passed , I had to read a couple of times to realize that he had passed away , so sorry for the Family and friends that he has left behind. Prayers to all.

Kelly Offer - October 8, 2022

So sorry for your loss Kim and everyone that loved Paul. Gone too soon.

Moira - October 8, 2022

I am so very sorry for your loss, Kim and family. You found the love-of-your-life, but not for long enough. May memories of your adventures together warm your hearts at this very difficult time.

Ameen and Sam Aboughoushe - October 8, 2022

Our sincere condolences to Paul Nelson's entire family. I was blessed to have worked with Paul in his earlier years in the car business at City Ford Sales Edmonton. Paul has always been a true friend, and his contagious laugh to life will be missed greatly. May your family find strength and patience in the days to come.

Joice Anne (Parcels) Schofield. - October 8, 2022

To all of Pauls family I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I grew up in the Centerton area and have knew Paul through childhood. My condolences to all. Joice

Valerie Calver - October 8, 2022

My deepest condolences to the family, l knew Paul from high school and most recently at one of our get together where l met his wife Kim. He will be missed dearly by family and friends.

Shirley and Elmer Lang - October 8, 2022

Our deepest sympathy to the Family. So sorry for your loss. He will be missed by all.

Terry McBride - October 8, 2022

So sorry for the loss of Paul. My Condolences to the Nelson family.

Penny (Smith) Beebe - October 8, 2022

I remember Paul from growing up in the Centreton area. Sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to the Nelson families.

Nancy Ackerman - October 7, 2022

We are so sorry Kim, to hear of Paul’s passing. Although we have never met Paul, we feel we knew him through following your great adventures on FB. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Sandra & Dave Robinson - October 7, 2022

We were so very sad to hear of Pauls sudden passing. This is such a heartbreaking and tragic loss for Pauls beloved family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you grieve Pauls passing. With love, Sandra and Dave Robinson

Allyson Johnson - October 7, 2022

Paul was an incredible man from Every continent to Ironman and ultraman he took on challenges with joy and carried a community with him. He loved his family, the farm and life. He's jokes and humour were so funny because they were so corny( and he would have list of corn jokes for that comment. He left way too soon yet he gave so much for more than a lifetime. Godspeed my fiend. Ally Ps I'll keep taking picture and living big adventures just like you loved My Condolences to all his family & friends

Gladys Morris - October 7, 2022

Thoughts and prayers to the entire Nelson family.