John A. Nelson

John A Nelson, age 66, attorney, of Inverness Florida passed away in Inverness on November 1, 2026, afier a long battle with cancer: 

John was born in Millard Nebraska in 1960. He was the son of Grove and LuRee Nelson of Millard. He graduated from Millard South High School in Omaha Nebraska in 1978 after receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln and his law degree from Creighton University in Omaha. John practiced law in Inverness with the law firm of Slaymaker & Nelson from 1990 through December 2020. 

John is survived by his wife, Lisa, his sons, Derek and Dylan, and his brothers, George and Greg. He was predeceased by his parents, Grove and LuRee Nelson, and by his brother, Curt. Also survived by many cousins and lifetime friends. 

John enjoyed a quiet life with his family in Inverness and was always able to see humor in his surroundings. He will be sorely missed by all who know him. His internment will be in Omaha, Nebraska at a date to be determined. 

Memorials may be made to Kiwanis Club of Inverness P.O. Box 2103 Inverness, FL 34451-2103 

Please join us for a Celebration of Life honoring John on Monday, November 23, 2026, at Heinz Funeral Home from 4-6 p.m. A Celebration of Life in Omaha, Nebraska will be held after the new year: