James “Jim” Nelson passed away June 17, 2023, at the age of 66. Lovingly known as “Yams”, he was the beloved son of Barbara E. (nee Trotter) and the late Joseph A. Nelson Jr. Loving brother of Joe Nelson, John (Siobhan) Nelson, Jeff (Debbie) Nelson, Jill Nelson and Jerry (Heide) Nelson. Cherished uncle to several nieces and nephews. Jim was a proud member of the International Union of Brick Layers and Allied Crafts Local 56 (BAC). A memorial visitation was held at Visitation Catholic Church, on Friday, June 23 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial. Inurnment will be private. Arrangements provided by Elmhurst Community Funeral Home, The Ahlgrim Chapel. For more information, call 630-834-3515 or visit ahlgrim.com.
