He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Gladys; his loving children: Kathy (David) Nelson, Ken (Jennifer) and Marilyn; grandchildren: Daniel (Marny) Nelson, Melissa (Barnabas) Amusan, Willow and Autumn Zilliox as well as his great-grandchildren: Lillian, Norah, Micah and Audrey Nelson, Isaiah Amusan.
He was predeceased by his parents Lawrence and Whilhelmine Zilliox.
Donations may be made to “Light up your Life”, 4405 South Park Drive, Stony Plain, Alberta, T7Z 2M7 or charity of one’s choice.
Celebration of life will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church of Rosenthal, 52401 Range Road 13, Parkland County, AB. on November 27, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Glen Carlson and Reverend Beryl St. Germain officiating.