BARBARA J. NELSON Wife of Alfred, mother of Diana Nelson, Linda Arndt (husband- David), Susan Nelson, and Paul Nelson (wife-Elaine), grandmother of Frank Ryan, passed away December 19, with her family at her side. Barbara's granddaughter, Colleen Ryan, and best friend, Mary Jane Capes, preceded her in death. Many special friends including Barbara Cone, Bruce Capes and family, and Sherrie, Dennis, Tyler, and Caitlin Stevenson also survive Barbara. Barbara was born in Chicago, November 5,1929, the daughter of Alice and John Johnson and lived in South Haven, Michigan. In 1949 she married Alfred Nelson in Saran Lutheran Church, in St. Joseph, Michigan. Barbara was active at St. Peters U.C.C., she volunteered as a school librarian, at the American Cancer Society, and on the School Advisory Board. In 1971 Barbara, Al, Susan, and Paul moved to Jupiter, Florida where Barbara began work as a Sears sales associate. Her 6-month "hobby" lasted 29 years. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Jupiter Elkettes, and was a surrogate mother and grandmother to many. Barbara's passing will be a loss to all who knew and loved her. At Barbara's request, in lieu of flowers please send memorials in her name to: The Rev. Richard Selmer Scholarship Fund, c/o Evelyn Selmer, 858 Lane Dr. St. Joseph, Ml 49085. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Time and date to be published. Although Barbara has left us, we know she will watch over us and will forever be in our hearts and memories.