Irving "Bill" W. Nelson, 83, of Eau Claire, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2019, at Mayo Clinic Health Systems, Eau Claire. He was born on August 25, 1935, in Eau Claire, to Irvin and Alvina (Hess) Nelson. Bill was raised by his father and step-mom, Winnie. At the age of 17, Bill joined the United States Army and served in the Korean War. After his honorable discharge, Bill returned to Eau Claire to work at the family business, Eau Claire Feed and Seed. After working for his father, Bill worked in the trucking industry for many years. On December 10, 1965, Bill married Ruth Vollendorf, at Springbrook Methodist Church in Elk Mound. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing trips with family and friends. His favorite job after retirement was being a groundskeeper for the Eau Claire Country Club. Bill is survived by his wife of 53 years, Ruth; son, Travis (Brenda Radack) Nelson; two step-grandchildren, Alex and Kolton; five siblings, Ruth (Sam) Hagedorn, Mary (Ron) Poquette, Anne Dolnick, Gerry (Barbara) Closs and Kathy Closs. He was preceded in death by his parents, Irvin (Winnie) Nelson and Alvina (Dave) Closs. The family would like to thank all the doctors, nurses and pastoral staff at Mayo Clinic Health Systems Hospital in Eau Claire. Visitation will begin at 9:30am, on Friday, July 19, 2019, at Lake Street United Methodist Church, 337 Lake St., Eau Claire. Funeral services will be held at 11am, on Friday at the church, with Pastor Jerry Morris officiating. Burial will be held at Evergreen Cemetery, Elk Mound.

Service Information

Cemetery

Elk Mound Evergreen Cemetery Elk Mound WI 54739

Visitation

Friday, July 19 2019 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Lake Street United Methodist Church 337 Lake Street Eau Claire WI 54703

Funeral Service

Friday, July 19 2019 11:00 AM

Lake Street United Methodist Church 337 Lake Street Eau Claire WI 54703