Contributions to the tribute of Ronald Neil Nelson

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Jim & Sandy Hannah planted a tree in memory of Ronald Nelson

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

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Bruce Varney posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

About 20 years ago my wife and I started attending Tigard Christian Church. A few years into our time there I decided to join Ron's Men's study at Davidson's. It was composed of older guys. I was probably slightly below the median age in the group. "Old guy" groups tend to dwell on the good old days, and this group was no exception. I was always pleased at Ron's ability to rein us in. He would remind us we need to focus on today and the future. The good ole days weren't that good. Over the years Pam and I really enjoyed getting to know the Nelsons better. I realized he was a wise man that had a real vision for the Lord's work and always looked ahead. He and Donnita were founding members of Villa Ridge Christian Church. As it grew Ron was one of the leaders who found and secured the current campus on Hall Blvd in Tigard. He told me he got it for $15,000 and the members were upset about spending that kind of money. He laughs about it now. One of the most amazing things I've ever experienced was about a year ago. We were planning to merge our church with another. It was an intense, and troubling time, requiring prayer and wise counsel. We had a series of congregational meetings for Q & A. In the midst of the last, noisy meeting Ron stood up. Everyone fell silent. Ron spoke, raised his hand extending three fingers. He said "I have only three questions". "Will this expose more people to the Gospel?", "Will this lead more people to salvation?", and "Will this bring glory to God?" We answered yes and he said, "Then I say go for it." This typifies the underlying faith he had in God. I believe he expressed the same attitude his whole life. We will miss him. He was a remarkable man.

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Joyce Beeny posted a condolence

Tuesday, May 12, 2020

As an extraordinary but humble man, a loving and devoted husband and father, and a loyal and faithful friend, Ron was a role model and an inspiration to the many who knew and loved him. I will miss Ron very much. Joyce Beeny

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Tony Rizzutto posted a condolence

Wednesday, May 6, 2020

I am a member of the Wednesday morning Bible discussion group that meets at Tigard Davidson's Restaurant. I was invited to join in the mid 1980's. Ron was the main leader of the discussions. He was a wealth of knowledge of Bible and Christian related topics. I only knew a little of his history that has been shared. He shared many stories of his life history. Rest in Peace, Ron. I am sure the Lord is using you to do great things in God's Glory. - Tony Rizzutto

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The family of Ronald Neil Nelson uploaded a photo

Wednesday, April 29, 2020

Ronald Neil Nelson

1934 - 2020

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Ronald Neil Nelson

1934 - 2020

​Crown Memorial Centers specialize in Oregon Funeral, Burial, Cremation, Memorial Planning, Services and Arrangements

Crown Memorial Centers specialize in Oregon Funeral, Burial, Cremation, Memorial Planning, Services and Arrangements