Nelson was a member of the United States Navy. He received many military honors, including a Purple Heart, Victory medal, Good Conduct medal, American and European Theater ribbons, and two combat stars.
Nelson is survived by his wife of 63 years, Barbara Therasse of Saugus, CA; his son, Terry and wife, Kim of Canyon Country, CA; his daughters, Nancy Yoacham and husband, Bob of Apache Junction, AZ and Gail DiTommaso and husband, Tony of Quartz Hill, CA; his grandchildren: David Therasse and wife, Maria; Donielle Hodges and husband, Byron; Shane Yoacham; Natasha DiTommaso; Terrah Yoacham; Steven DiTommaso; and four great-grandchildren.
A visitation for Nelson will be held from 4-8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 18, 2013 at Eternal Valley Chapel of the Hills, 23287 Sierra Hwy, Newhall, CA 91321. A funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 19 at Eternal Valley Chapel of the Hills. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you donate to a charity of your choice.
Nelson Therasse will be loved and cherished always.
