McKinley (Mack) Aaron Nelson of Troutville passed away Sunday morning July 19, 2020.
Born May 14, 1949, Mack grew up in Elgood, W.Va., a son of the late Benjamin and Frances Akers Nelson. He was preceded in death by a sister, Paulette, and two brothers, A.C. and Roger Nelson.
He is survived by one son, Robert A. Nelson, and one daughter, Linda K. Nelson, and seven grandchildren; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Larry and Tina Nelson, and Terry and Jackie Nelson; five sisters and brothers-in -law, Gerry and Carl Taylor, Ada and David Taylor, Ruby and Wayne Keith, Julie Russell, and Jackie and Lynn Blankenship.
Mack worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator and helped to build many of the roads and shopping malls around the area. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was a jack-of-all trades and could fix most anything. He loved to watch the cattle and wildlife along the back roads.
Funeral arrangements were handled by Simpson Funeral Home.
“Blessed little memories help us bear the cross.
And soften all the bitterness of heartache and loss.
Tender little memories of some word or deed, gives us strength and courage when we are in need.
Precious little memories of things well done.
Make the very darkest day a bright and happy one
We have our memories of you forever in our hearts.”
