Mr. Walter D. Nelson

June 7, 1926 - October 23, 2015

Walter Darke Nelson, 89, died on October 23 at Trinity View Assisted Living in Arden. Born in Fall River, MA, Mr. Nelson was a career Army veteran, serving in World War II, the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. He moved his family to Asheville after his retirement from the service and worked at Three Mountaineers for 15 years and later at Taylor Instrument. He served as a volunteer in the Heart Path program at Mission Hospital for over 19 years. In addition, he was an active volunteer at The Billy Graham Training Center (The Cove) until 2008. He is survived by his wife, Maxine Sawyer Nelson; six children, two step-children, seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held for Walter in mid-November at First Presbyterian Church of Weaverville. Reverend Skip Gillikan and Rev. Rick Sawyer will officiate.