Julie NELSON Obituary

It is with great sadness that the Nelson and Somerville families announce the sudden tragic passing of Julie Nelson, aged 63, of Witherlea, Blenheim. Beloved wife and cherished best friend of Craig. Dearly loved mother of Shaun and Angus. Much loved daughter of the late Stuart and the late Unie Somerville. Loved daughter-in-law of the late Valerie and the late David Nelson. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Pam and Colin, Janette, the late Richard and Wendy, Graeme and Sandi, Brent and Helen. Loved sister-in-law of Karen and Bob. Loved and devoted aunty of Glen and Melanie, Greer, Bridget and Wilson, Harrison and Molly, Sherwin and Leo, and Emily. Messages may be sent to the Nelson and Somerville families, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. A service to remember Julie will be held at the Church of Nativity, 76 Alfred Street, Blenheim Central, Blenheim 7201, on Wednesday, March 25 at 10.30am. All those whose lives were touched by Julie are welcome to attend. The family encourage you to wear vibrant colours as would have been Julie's wish. For those who cannot attend, the service will be live-streamed and will be available via the Sowman's website, www.sowmans.co.nz/upcoming-funerals. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Cancer Society of New Zealand: 06-0729-0309758-000 or Marlborough Four Paws Trust: 02-0600-0312016-000 Ref: JNelson.


Forever in our hearts.