Marsha Kay Nelson

Marsha Kay Nelson, age 81, of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 3, surrounded by her loving family, and is now in the arms of our Lord. She was born September 15, 1942 in Fort Wayne, the daughter of Frank and Marie Tancey. Kay was a lifelong native of Fort Wayne and graduated from St. Jude Catholic School, Central Catholic High School and University of St. Francis. She loved her faith and was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church for over 50 years. Kay married her sweetheart, Bill Nelson, and together they shared 45 years together. She lived for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, never missing their events and cherished her friends and summers at the lake. Kay was a fun loving, courageous, and holy woman. She is survived by her children, Greg (Julie) Nelson, Mark Nelson, Chris (Monica) Nelson, and Molly (Mike) Blume; nineteen grandchildren; and sixteen great-grandchildren . Mass of Christian Burial is 11:00 am Friday, February 9 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 4916 Trier Road, Fort Wayne with calling one hour prior. Interment at Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared below for the Nelson family.