Marcia Nelson

After living a life filled with love, friendship, family, travel, and nature, Marcia Nelson, age 78, passed away July 5, 2023, following a courageous battle with cancer. Marcia loved life and sought to fully embrace each day. Even the hard days were met with her resilience and determination to persevere, to continue experiencing all that life had to offer.

She was born in Hinsdale, Ill., to Leonard and Dorothy Jensen. She attended DePauw University, where she studied to become a Registered Nurse. Marcia spent her career helping others as a registered nurse and later as a licensed marriage and family counselor. Following her service as a US Navy nurse, Marcia moved to California. It was here she met David, and they married in 1971. Together, they have one child, Jennifer.

Marcia was a dear friend to many. She built lasting friendships through her caring spirit, gift of gab, and the long hand-written notes she often sent to keep connection to those near and far. She and David shared a loving marriage for almost 52 years. Whether they were traveling the country, enjoying the peace of their garden in Morgan Hill, or working a shared crossword puzzle, their love was present. She was a loving mother to Jennifer, who she delighted in as a child and became a friend with as an adult. She became a Grandma and embraced that role with equal joy and delight.

Marcia is survived by her loving husband David, daughter Jennifer (Edwards), son-in-law Neil, grand-daughters Abigail, Allison and Keisha, her brother Paul (Jensen), niece Amie (Kennedy), her husband David and children Evelyn and Sadie.

Marcia will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She has shown us how to live life best, cherishing each moment we are given. A memorial service will be held on Aug. 5, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Advent Lutheran Church in Morgan Hill with reception to follow. Donations in her name may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Published in Morgan Hill Times · July 24, 2023