Hermie Nelson

Hermie Nelson

1932-2022

Hermie Nelson, 89, of Augusta, Kansas and formerly of Clarion, Iowa, passed away with family by his side on Monday, September 5, 2022 at Iowa Specialty Hospital in Clarion.  Private graveside services will be held at a later date.

Hermie Gitle Nelson, was born October 24, 1932 in Harris, Iowa to Hermie and Leona (Winter) Nelson.  He graduated from Harris High School in 1954.  Shortly after graduation Hermie married Wilma Parks.  Hermie and Wilma made their home in Clarion, Iowa for many years where he owned and operated Hermie Nelson Ford.  After retirement from the dealership Hermie was a life insurance agent. 

Hermie attended the Church of Christ in Augusta, Kansas.  In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, NASCAR and antique cars. 

Hermie is preceded in death by his infant daughter Camilla, his wife Wilma in 2021, and his parents.  Left to cherish his memory are four children; Connie (Dale), and Becky (Tim) Chipman, Hermie Gene (Baer), and Christopher; six grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; brothers Jim Nelson and Loren Nelson; and sisters Ceona Nelson Voss and Lois Nelson Koolstra.