Michael Charles Nelson, Sr.'s Obituary
Morley - Michael Charles Nelson, Sr., 67, of Morley, passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at his home.
He was born July 20, 1955, in Reed City, MI, the son of Ralph and Bernice (Crissman) Nelson. Mike lived in the area his entire life, working as an auto mechanic. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, and was known as the Popcorn Man at Morley-Stanwood Elementary School.
Mike was preceded in death by his first wife Lois Williams in 1978. On October 4, 1997, Mike married Laurie Lake who survives. Also surviving are 6 children, Michael (Amanda) Nelson of Marlette, Michelle (Robbie) LaPorte of Cassopolis, Amanda (Ron) Kremers of Walker, Marjorie (Tyler) Ward of Morley, Rebecca (Dustin) Neal of Stanwood, and Jack (Gabriel) Schippers of Morley; nine grandchildren; his brothers Rick, Jeffrey (Samantha), and Thomas Nelson, and Wayne Dorrance; and several nieces and nephews. Mike was also preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter Lois LaPorte, infant grandson Connor Nelson, and sister Sherry Burtch.
Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, April 29, 2023, at Crossroads Worship Center, 9530 Federal Road in Howard City, with Pastor James Smith officiating. Mike's family will greet friends beginning at 11:30 a.m., Saturday at the church. Memorial contributions in his name may be left for his family. Care and arrangements are entrusted to the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Share a memory or express condolences at mohnkefuneralhome.com.
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