Curtis G. Nelson Sr.

Curtis G. Nelson Sr., age 72, of Dyer, IN,  passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024. Beloved husband of Terry Nelson, nee Koster.  Loving father of Amie (Robert Teunissen) Nelson, Brandi (Stephen) Janowiak, and Curtis (Rachel) Nelson Jr.  Cherished grandfather of Brandon, Madeline, Megan, Hanna, Chloe, Emma, and Teddy.  Dear son of Ellen and the late Roy Nelson.  Dear brother of Colleen (late Jim) McGarvey, Craig (Jan) Nelson, and Candi (Robert) Yehnart.  Uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Curtis dedicated over 50 years to West Side Tractor Sales in South Holland.  He was very involved at Crossroads Community Church, including serving as a deacon.  Curtis loved attending his grandchildren’s sporting events, and taking them fishing and hunting.  He was loved by many and will be dearly missed.

A memorial visitation will be held Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 11:00 a.m. at Crossroads Community Church, 1538 Janice Dr. Schererville, IN, with Rev. Drew Brown officiating. Memorial donations may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital ( www.stjude.org ).

Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home – Dyer, IN. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www.SMITSFH.com.