Robert Nelson

Robert Nelson, 52, of Dowagiac died Friday, October 31 at his home. Robert was born February 26, 1962 in Phoenix, Arizona to Charles and Patricia (Harry) Nelson.  He married Angela Stine in Bridgman, MI on October 17, 1998. He was employed at Southshore Tool & Die as a machinist. His surviving family includes his mother; Patricia Nelson of Dowagiac, three daughters; Janice (Abel) Fonseca, Jacquelyn Nelson and Jessica (Alex) Milius and one son; Nathan Nelson as well as one step son; Rodney Sartin, one brother; Michael (Carla) Nelson of Highland, Arkansas and one sister; Peggy (Kevin) Means of Dowagiac. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren and 3 step grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, a brother; Richard Nelson and a sister; Charlotte Nelson. Clark Chapel & Cremation Services of Dowagiac is serving the family. No services have been planned. Please take an opportunity to sign his guestbook and leave a condolence or memory of Robert at www.clarkch.com. His daughters Janice (Abel) Fonseca, Jacquelyn Nelson and Jessica (Alex) Milius invite all of his friends, both old and new, to a graveside service on Friday, Nov. 14th at 3 p.m. at the Keeler Township Cemetery for a cremation burial.  Please come and help us say good bye to our Dad and give him the sendoff he deserve.  Detroit Lions and Tigers apparel is encouraged.  Our Dad loved people and we know he would be so touched knowing how many people have been thinking anbout and missing him.