Helen Jane Nelson, 79, of Chardon, Ohio, passed away on April 1, 2019. She was born to the late James and Iva O’Connor on July 11, 1939. Helen was a loving wife and mother who loved her Catholic faith. She inspired many with the grace she displayed in the midst of her suffering. She loved nature, cooking, reading and above all spending time with her family. Her kind and gentle spirit touched many lives.

She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, William P. Nelson and 8 children: Mary (Doug) Pruneau, William (Lisa) Nelson, Susan (Jeff) Young, Karen (Kevin) Koski, David (Natalie) Nelson, Terrence (Christine) Nelson, Joseph Nelson, Michael Nelson. Helen is also survived by 23 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings: Eileen, James, Cecile, Joan, John and son in law, Timothy Gullo. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Janet L. Gullo , and sister, Mary.

The family will receive friends Friday, April 5, 2019 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m, followed by the Rosary at the Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St, Chardon, OH 44024
A Latin Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at St. Stephens Catholic Church, 1930 W 54th St, Cleveland, OH 44102
Burial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2019 at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Southfield, Michigan. Information and condolences on line at www.burrservice.com.