Steven M. Nelson, 43 years old of LaPorte, IN, passed away Monday, March 5, 2012 at IU Health LaPorte Hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends.
Steve was born on September 7, 1968 in LaPorte, IN. He attended LaPorte High School and graduated in 1986.
Steve touched so many lives throughout his short yet very memorable life. Steve's life would seem too short to many but those who were touched by him understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives.
Steve is survived by his mother, Joanne (Richard) Talbot of LaPorte; sister, Kari (Tim) Wilke of LaPorte; brother, Eric (Sylvia) Nelson of Germany; sister, Lisa (Mike) Shrader of LaPorte; nephews, Seth McDaniels and Benjamin Shrader; nieces, Kristin McDaniels and Michaela Shrader; great niece, Kaidence Kuranda; great nephew, Solomon McDaniels, and Steve's 3 beloved cats Salem, Cody and Chloe.
He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Nelson who he will reunite with and find peace at his father's side. He is also preceded in death by his grandparents: George and Betty (Henrichs) Martin, and Robert and Irene (Edwards) Nelson.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at Bethany Lutheran Church with Rev. Dennis Meyer officiating. A time of visitation will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church from 5-8 PM Friday, March 9, 2012 and from 9AM until the time of service on Saturday, March 10, 2012. Interment will take place at a later time.
A memorial luncheon will be held at 1:00 PM following the service at the American Legion Post 83 at 228 Lincolnway, LaPorte, IN.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Cutler Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
Contributions may be made to the Nelson Benefit for Steven M. Memorial Fund.
Condolences may be shared with the family at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com