- Date Of Birth: March 27, 1950
- Date Of Death: February 4, 2019
- State: Indiana
James Michael “Mike” Nelson 68, of Tipton, passed away on Feb. 4, 2019, at IU Health Methodist, following a brief illness. Mike was born on March 27, 1950 to the late William H. and Martha E. (Merrill) Nelson.
Mike graduated from Tipton High School in 1968, he then attended Maranatha Baptist Bible College where he earned his bachelor’s degree. Mike married the love of his life, Vickie (Hungate) Nelson on June 7, 1974, and they have enjoyed many years of marriage.
Mike was a hard-working man and had several jobs through the years but is probably best known for his time spent working for Marsh Supermarket. He worked for Marsh from 1992 through 2017, holding positions in Produce and Management.
Mike was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
Those left to carry on Mike’s legacy of love are his wife, Vickie Nelson; sons, Nathan (Kristina) Nelson and Dave Nelson; grandchildren, Alex Ryker, Ella Nelson, Kolton Nelson, and Dylan Nelson; brother, Larry Nelson; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents, William H. and Martha E. (Merrill) Nelson.
