Maurice Christian Nelson

Maurice Christian Nelson, age 92, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2015 in Mesquite, Nevada. He was born November 15, 1922 in Rockwell, Iowa to John Nelson and Nellie Way Nelson. On November 11, 2001 he married Doreen Elkins in Mesquite, Nevada. Maurice played sports in High School and attended a Tech School in Kansas City. He joined the Navy in 1944 and was stationed in Olathe, Kansas for 1 A½ years. For 43 years he was employed by United Airlines in Elko, NV, Los Angeles, CA and Las Vegas, NV. He loaded planes for level weight, sold tickets, besides doing a little of everything. Maurice was also a charter member of the Mesquite United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife Doreen; her children; a brother Don (Carol) Nelson of Wacoma, WI; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, John Nelson. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.