Fairport: January 7, 2016 at age 83. Predeceased by infant son, John; parents, Stanley and Evelyn. Ed is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Ann; children, Michael Nelson and Mary (Alan) Priest; the loves of his life, his 5 grandchildren, Elizabeth and Hannah Priest. Alden, Dylan and Blake Nelson; brother, Tom Nelson; several sisters-in-law, many nieces and nephews and dear family friends.
Ed proudly served in the United States Navy on the USS Midway. Ed’s Memorial Mass will be celebrated Wednesday (January 13th) at 11:15 at Church of the Assumption, 20 East Avenue, Fairport, NY 14450. Spring Interment will he held at the convenience of the family at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Fairport. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Golisano Children’s Hospital at Strong Memorial Hospital, 601 Elmwood Ave.,Rochester,NY 14642.