John "Dick" Richard Nelson

December 16, 1930 - October 18, 2015

JOHN "DICK" "RICHARD" NELSON December 16, 1930 ~ October 18, 2015 John "Dick" "Richard" Nelson died peacefully at Vibra Hospital, with family members by his side in Redding, California on the afternoon of Sunday, October 18, 2015 at the age of 84. John is survived by his sons, Roger (Shelia), Richard & Russell Nelson; step-sons, Richard (Martha), Dennis (Denise) & Donald Helberg; grandchildren, Brian, Renee & David (numerous nieces & nephews; step-grand & great grandchildren). He is preceded in death by his parents, John & Gretchen Nelson; sister, Barbara Nelson; step-son Daniel Helberg and his wife of over 30 years, Patricia Nelson. John was born on December 16, 1930 in Twin Falls, Idaho to John & Gretchen Nelson. He graduated from Corning High School and then served with the National Guard. He retired from CalTrans in 1992. John was a dedicated and life member to the NRA, Gold Prospectors Association of America, Red Men Tehama Tribe #203 Corning, Degree of Pocahontas Silver Cloud Council #168 in Corning, and the Red Bluff Moose Lodge #2002 for over 20 years. There will be a family & friends get together, following the services, at the Red Bluff Moose Lodge, 11745 State Hwy 99W in Red Bluff to celebrate John's life. -