Damon L. Nelson, 33, of Coudersport, PA

Damon L. Nelson
“beloved husband and son”

Coudersport, PA---Damon L. Nelson, 33, of Coudersport, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 1, 2010, unexpectedly in his home.

Born May 19, 1977 in Coudersport, he was a son of Raymond A. and Loretta M. Young Nelson. On November 19, 2009 in Bradenton, Florida, he married Patricia M. “Patti” Corsi, who survives.

Mr. Nelson was a graduate of Coudersport High School. He was employed as the manager of dorm counselors at I.M.G. Academy in Bradenton.

In his youth, Damon attended the Coudersport Alliance Church and since returning to Coudersport, attended the Gospel Tabernacle Church in Coudersport. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, shooting silhouette pistols, and riding motorcycles. He especially loved taking long walks with his wife.

Surviving besides his wife, are his parents of Coudersport; three brothers, Patrick A. (Karen) Nelson and Gene W. Glasgow, both of Coudersport, and Tim (Amy) McCratic of Dayton, Ohio; a sister, Rosie M. (Rick) Johnston of Bradenton; a niece, Loren C. Johnston; his paternal grandmother, Arlene M. Nelson of Kersey; an aunt; two uncles; and several cousins.

Mr. Nelson was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Francis H. and Eileen E. Young; and his paternal grandfather, John W. Nelson.

Friends may call at the Gospel Tabernacle Church, Coudersport on Thursday, August 5, 2010 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at which time funeral services will be held with the Rev. David Minor, Sr., pastor, and Pastor Frank Mickle of the Gold Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will be in the Woodland Cemetery, Coudersport.

Flowers are gratefully declined and will be provided by the family. Memorials may be made to the Coudersport Alliance Church Food Bank, Alliance Avenue, Coudersport, PA 16915.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.