Walter G. Nelson Jr., age 75, entered into eternal rest on April 12, 2021 at his home in Derby. He was the loving husband of Marcia Restagno Nelson.
Walter was born in New Haven on January 15, 1946, son of the late Walter G. and Elizabeth Bauer Nelson. Walter was a resident of Derby for 45 years. He was employed at the former Western Electric in West Haven and later worked in distribution at the former Bayer Pharmaceutical, also in West Haven, until his retirement. Walter enjoyed working as a vendor at parades and special events.
Following his retirement, Walter was a delivery driver for the former Daisy Dock Florist in Derby and a gardener/groundskeeper at Oak Lane Country Club in Woodbridge.
A proud veteran, Walter honorably served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He and his wife Marcia enjoyed annual vacations to Hawaii, their favorite spot.
In addition to his wife Marcia, he leaves to cherish his memory, a son, Brian M. Nelson of Shelton, a daughter, Tara R. Fette (Brian) of Seymour, a brother, Dennis Nelson of West Haven, a sister, Cindy Ciccia (Joseph) of Monroe and loving granddaughters Jenna and Katelyn Fette.
Walter’s funeral service will be private and at the convenience of the family. Burial with U.S. Navy military honors will take place in Mount Saint Peters Cemetery in Derby. The SPINELLI-RICCIUTI/BEDNAR OSIECKI FUNERAL HOME in Ansonia is privileged with the arrangements. To sign Walter’s guestbook or share a memory, please visit www.spinelliricciutifh.com.
