April 29, 1942 – January 14, 2014 Beloved mate, father and grandfather, Dean Marshall Nelson passed away suddenly on January 14, 2014. He's survived by devoted life partner Deborah Taylor, his loving daughter Michelle Popel, son Mark Nelson (Katrin), grandchildren Preston Anderson and Lauren Popel, favorite cousin Jon Lyman and many loving friends. Dean grew up in the Midway area of St. Paul, MN, and enjoyed spending time at the family cabin in Wisconsin, especially with his grandparents Arthur and Emma Lyman. Dean and his first mate, Deborah lived their dream sailing the Caribbean for many years. A fantastic storyteller, Dean was truly fun to be around—he loved all people and living creatures and they in turn loved him. He will be missed by family and friends. Dean was preceded in death by his parents Harold and Violet Nelson. Details of a Celebration of Life for Dean and interment to follow.

Published in Pioneer Press on Feb. 2, 2014