Linda M. Nelson
Linda Marie Nelson, born May 15, 1953, daughter of Richard & Wanda Bratt of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away on June 29th, 2024. She was the beloved wife of Lyndon Nelson for over 50 years, mother to Cory (Lynette) & Tracy (Aaron), grandmother to Peyton, Henry and Greta, sister and aunt to many. Linda was known for her ferocious spirit and strength. She loved animals (especially dogs and horses), Agatha Christie mysteries, dancing, music and snuggling her grandbabies. She and Lyndon loved to spend their time together raising and showing Italian Greyhounds and Whippets. Several of their dogs became champion show dogs, bringing home countless ribbons and prizes. They also had a passion for camping and spending time with their family in the Colorado Rocky Mountains surrounded by nature. In 2015 they lost their son, Cory, after his hard fought battle with leukemia, a loss Linda carried with her. She and Cory are deeply missed.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Richard & Wanda Bratt, parents-in-law, Stanley & Virginia Nelson, son, Cory Nelson, sister, Shari Wilson, brother, Richard Bratt Jr., brother-in-law, Darrell Nelson and goddaughter / niece, Jessica Wilson.
Family and friends are invited to a graveside memorial at Central City Cemetery, on Aug. 2nd at 10am, Central City, Nebraska.
Memorials may be directed to Lyndon Nelson or Tracy Grauer to be used for donations to the American Diabetes Association & American Cancer Society in memory of Linda.
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Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.
Condolences for Linda M. Nelson
So sad to lose another sister! Lots of fond memories growing up together. Linda & I had many times of laughing & hanging out with each other & our friends together. Over the years even though we had distance between us we still had a great bond! I Loved my sister & she will be missed! My heart goes out to Lyndon, Tracy, Aaron, Henry, & Greta. May you find comfort & peace & know you have cared well for her.
Love you guys.
So sorry for your family and your loss. She faught for so long. Hold on to the memories and always keep her spirit alive.