Dear Nelson/Swan Families, I can't tell you how sad I was to hear of Nancy's passing. To her children: I have known your mom since junior high & in high school we sat next to each other in choir. Nancy & I were in the high school musicals together, madrigals, swing choir and I will never forget looking across the stage to see her beautiful smile. I even have a picture of the two of us on stage in Brigadoon. It is a cherished memory. I really enjoyed singing with your mom. She had such a musical gift. After high school I went to hear her sing whenever I could until I moved away. The last time I saw her was at our 20 year class reunion and she sang for all of us once again. Your mom could really belt out a song, as I'm sure you know. No doubt she is singing in heaven's angel choir by now. I will never forget her. I have so many fun memories of Nancy. I know she will be missed by many. I am so sorry your family and the world has lost such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this very difficult time. I pray that you may draw strength and comfort from family and friends and in knowing how many people loved Nancy.
Jan Sahagian-Crandall
La Crosse, WI
Posted: 5/3/2012
Dear Mary and family, I am deeply saddened by the loss of your daughter and sister. When I heard about her transition the first memory I had was her beautiful smile, the unforgetable Nelson eyes, that could light up any room, and her love for song. That was over 40 years ago, yet it seems like yesterday. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. With love and sympathy, Archie
A.J. Szymandera
Joppa, TX
Posted: 5/3/2012
Dear Pete, Jessie and family,
Words cannot express our sadness over your loss. We have such great memories of Jessie, Shannon and the gang growing up together and the fun times they had at your house. May your faith and the love of family and friends comfort you during this difficult time. Peace, Pat & Mary McNamee
Pat & Mary Sue McNamee
Oconomowoc, WI
Posted: 5/3/2012
TO: Jessie and Family
We are so sorry about your mom's passing. God's will be done--even though we will not understand the reasons why? Our prayers are with you all.
Mary and Paul Brunner
Paul Brunner
Muskego, WI
Posted: 5/3/2012
Dear Jimmy, Mr Swan, & family; Kurt & I were so sorry & sad to hear of the loss of your beloved mom & wife. Although we never had the pleasure to meet Nancy, you did tell us of her occasional fondness for Nutella & her talent as an artist. Just knowing you, Jimmy, & your outgoing, friendly, & caring personality says much about her as a mother & mentor. Our deepest condolences & prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Khris & Kurt Durocher
Khris & Kurt Durocher
Milwaukee, WI
Posted: 5/3/2012
Mary,
I can't tell you how sad I am to hear about Nancy. I remember her as that little girl across the street. So tiny, and so adorably cute. My prayers and thoughts are with you and all your family.
gretchen tschohl goelz
oak creek, WI
Posted: 5/3/2012
Prayers with you during this grief.
Jim & Donna Boyd
Walland, TN
Posted: 5/3/2012
Words cannot express the sadness I feel. Praying for you Pete and your whole family - for God's peace.
Cathy Parisi
Tucson, AZ
Posted: 5/3/2012
Jimmy, Peter, & family; Kurt & I were so sorry & sad to hear of the loss of your beloved mom & wife. Although we never had the pleasure to meet Nancy, Jimmy did tell us of her occasional fondness for Nutella & her talent as an artist. Just knowing Jimmy & his outgoing, friendly, & caring personality says much about her as a mother & mentor. Our deepest condolences & prayers are with you all. Sincerely. Khris & Kurt Durocher, Laurel's parents
Khris & Kurt Durocher
Milwaukee, WI
Posted: 5/2/2012
Dear Pete and family, I am so sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. My last memories of Nancy were from my Halloween party as she danced lively dressed as a hippee. I was so glad that the two of you came and have such fond memories from that night. Your family and the Nelsons are in our prayers during this difficult time.
Mary and Jim Tetzlaff
Helenville, WI
Posted: 5/2/2012
We are deeply saddened by your loss. We have great memories of Nancy and your family when the kids were young and attended St Joan of Arc. I pray that your faith and Nancy's strong faith is a comfort to you at this most difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with the whole Swan family at this time.
Gwenn
Zajac, WI
Posted: 5/2/2012
So very sorry for your loss, words cannot describe- prayers and thoughts are with you!!
Alicia
Manassas, VA
Posted: 5/2/2012
Pete and family,We can not imagine how hard this must be for you- Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time-Mark&Julie
Mark&Julie Hohenwald
Okauchee, WI
Posted: 5/2/2012
Deepest deepest sympathies to this wonderful family. Youngest son Mike holds a very special place in our family's heart. Thinking and praying for you during this very difficult time.
Mary Beth Norton (Tell)
Oconomowoc, WI
Posted: 5/2/2012
Our prayers are with the Nelson & Swan Family.Nancy will be missed dearly ,she was always a great spark of joy .I knew the Nelson Family from Our Catholic grade school in South Milwaukee.
Chris & Teri Nitka
Calidonia , WI
Posted: 5/2/2012
We are very saddened about your loss of your mother and best friend! We always enjoyed spending time with Nancy, Peter and the kids back when the kids were young and attended St. Joan of Arc. Please except our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time!
The Zajac's
Oconomowoc, WI
Posted: 5/1/2012
Jessie and family, I am so sorry for you loss. You will always have a Guardian Angel watching over you.
Kairee Hamelin
Milwaukee, WI
Posted: 5/1/2012
Dear Jessie,
I remember back in elementary school, all the fun weekends we had playing out on the lake, in the woods and in the swamp. I remember how messy we would get, but your mom would always let us have our fun. She is such a wonderful person. I'm sorry to hear about her passing.
My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at such a sad time. May the love and kindness of family and friends nearby be of some comfort.
Your friends always,
Rachel
Rachel Lichterman
La Jolla, CA
Posted: 5/1/2012
Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry to hear for your loss.
Sara & Ben Jennings
Wisc Rapids, WI
Posted: 5/1/2012