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William Nelson Obituary

Willaim H. Nelson, 79, of Burlington, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025, after a brief illness. He was born May 20, 1945, in Hamden, son of the late John and Irene (Grabham) Nelson. Bill started his company, Nelson Insulation, in 1995, and was still working as much as he could. He was a life member of the Bristol Fish & Game and was a social member of the Pequabuck Golf Club. He had a real passion for golf. Bill loved to spend time with his family and friends. Bill is survived by his sons, Erik Nelson of Thomaston and Mark Nelson and his wife Kristina of Burlington; his daughter Sara Pellegrini and her husband Greg of Newington; his brother David Nelson and his wife Della of AL; his beloved grandchildren, Jake, Gabriel and Jacquelyn, and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Bill was predeceased by his siblings, Eleanor Crisculo and John and Albert Nelson. Family and friends may visit at the Scott Funeral Home, 169 Main St, Terryville, on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 10am to 12pm, with a service at 12pm. www.scottfuneralhomeinc.com To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of William H. Nelson, please visit our floral store.

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Published by WFSB on Feb. 3, 2025.

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Kyle Bradt

February 4, 2025

My condolences, played a lot of golf with Bill back in the day. He will be missed

Bob Frazee

February 3, 2025

Sorry to read of Bill's passing. We went on golf trips and spent many hours playing golf and enjoyed time spent with him. My condolences. I am sorry I will be unable to attend services.

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