He is preceded in death by his parents Carl and Alma Nelson. He is also preceded in death by a brother and sister in law Carl Jr. and Joann Nelson.
His brother in law and sister in law, William and Dolores Eaton.
His brother in law Roy Houser and surviving sister in law, Leona Houser.
His brother in law Glenn Kartje and surviving sister in law Marilyn Kartje.
He leaves behind many nieces and nephews.
Robert served in the Army for 2 years. After leaving the service he enrolled at Eastern Michigan University where he earned an undergraduate and masters degree in education.
He was employed by Southfield Public Schools.
In his spare time, he enjoyed bowling and golf.
A visitation and funeral will be held on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 starting at 10am with the visitation , service at 11 at Guardian Lutheran Church on Cherry Hill Road in Dearborn, MI.
Burial following the service at Glen Eden cemetery in Livonia, MI.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to either Guardian Lutheran Church or Angela Hospice.
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