Christon Nicholas Nelson

He was employed and retired by Cities Service after 40 years of dedicated service. He served in the Navy for two years from 1944-1946 during World War II. He was involved in the invasion of Iwo Jima “bloodiest battle of World War II”. He served aboard the PC-779 “Mechanicsburg”. The PC’s, patrol crafts, which were submarine hunters, protected the battle ships while they bombarded the island of Iwo Jima. They were also involved in lining up the landing craft for the invasion. He raised his seven children in the Baptist faith, and was a great Christian example to his family. Christon had a love for gardening and took meticulous care of his lawn. He definitely had a “green thumb”. He was a very stoic, humble man who had an unconditional love for his family and his cat and dog, “Missy and Freckles”. Christon is the last of a generation who kept life simple, and had the utmost respect from his family and friends. He enjoyed family gatherings during the holidays and special occasions. Christon lived life to the fullest for his wife, children, and grandchildren. He would soften anyone’s heart with his kind and gentle soul, baby blue eyes, and his sweet smile. He was a caretaker for his mother, wife, and sister. He is celebrating in heaven today with the love of his life, Margaret.

He is survived by a son, Christon H. Nelson (Brenda) of Iowa; daughters, Kathleen Gautreaux (Frank) of Sulphur, Doris Armentor (Charles) of Moss Bluff, Margaret “Ginger” Pearson (Terry ) of Moss Bluff, Kristine Starkovich (Allen) of Lafayette; daughter-in-law, Dianne Nelson; thirteen grandchildren, twenty six great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Margaret Nelson; sons, Dennis and Gary Nelson; great granddaughter, Chloe Nikolakopulos; parents, William D. and Elizabeth C. Nelson; six brothers and two sisters.

Pallbearers are Christon K. Nelson, Jeremy Gautreaux, Ryan Pearson, Gary Pearson, Justin Pearson and David Starkovich.

His visitation will be 4:00pm until 8:00pm, Friday, February 24, 2017 at Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles and will resume on Saturday, at 9:00am until the time of the service. Service will be at 11:00am, Saturday, February 25, 2017 at Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles. Rev. Rob Walls will officiate. Burial will follow at Highland Memory Gardens. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com