Wayne Theodore Nelson

With love in our hearts, we announce the passing of Wayne Theodore Nelson, 78, on June 29, 2023.

Wayne was born on November 7, 1944, in Van Nuys, California.

He was the CEO of the W & S Nelson Corporation for the past 40 Years and was still active at his passing.

Wayne had many interests in his life, he enjoyed boating on the open sea, traveling with family, but above all, he loved the time spent with his grandchildren.

Wayne and Susan enjoyed many wonderful memories, with friends and family, as members of Saint Petersburg Yacht Club, Ventura Yacht Club, California Yacht Club and Sons of Norway.

Wayne is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Susan; son, Bryan Nelson (Shawna); grandson, Brandon Nelson; granddaughter, Nicole Nelson. His brothers; John & Carl Nelson, and many loving cousins, nieces, and nephews. 

The family will receive friends and family for visitation on Friday, July 21, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m., 200 North C Street, Oxnard 93030.

A Graveside committal will be 10:00 a.m, Saturday, July 22, 2023, in Conejo Mountain Memorial Park, 2052 Howard Road, Camarillo, California 93012.

Wayne's Celebration of Life is planned for Saturday, July 22, 2023, 1:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m, at 3093 Seahorse, Ventura California 93001.  All friends and family are invited.

A Celebration of Life in Florida will be announced in the near future.

The family suggests, in lieu of flowers, that memorial contributions be made to The Old Mission Basilica, San Buenaventura, 211 E Main St, Ventura Ca 93001. (Link provided below.)

Wayne will be deeply missed by his family, as well as those who knew and loved him.

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