Rodney Eugene Nelson

Rod Nelson was born on January 16, 1953 in Pender, Nebraska passing away on December 5, 2024 in Omaha, Nebraska. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert and Betty Nelson. Rod grew up in Rosalie, Nebraska where he graduated high school in 1971. As a young man he enjoyed hunting, playing sports, spending time with friends, four-wheeling, love of classic cars and working on the farm. His love for hunting remained steadfast throughout the years which he shared with his kids and grandkids. He was an avid supporter of the Nebraska Cornhuskers, Chicago Bears and even fancied himself as a “Jaysker”. Rod’s greatest joys in life were being with his wife, Jacky, spending time with their kids, but most of all spoiling his amazing grandkids. They were married August 7, 1993 blending their families with love and devotion. Together they built a life filled with cherished memories and the happiness of raising their children: John, Joey, and Calli. The arrival of fall brought back countless cherished memories for Rod, as it was his favorite time of year. This love for the season was deeply rooted in his childhood, growing up on the farm and later continuing the tradition as a farmer himself. He spent countless autumn hours in the combine, blasting his favorite classic rock songs and listening to Kent Pavelka call Husker football games. From a young age, Rod took immense pride in his farm equipment and vehicles, always ensuring they were kept in immaculate condition. When Rod transitioned to city life, he brought his strong work ethic from the farm with him, applying it to his urban landscaping. His lawn was always pristine, and he took great pride in showing it off to anyone who visited. Rod also had a fondness for telling dad jokes—whether or not anyone was eager to hear them! Rod is survived by his wife Jacky McMenamin Nelson, children Calli Jo Reynolds (Joe Dickinson) of Brunswick, OH, John (Andrea) McMenamin of Waterloo, NE and Joey (Mandy) McMenamin of Elkhorn, NE, his grandchildren Kennedy Reynolds, Jackson, Jessa, Cooper, Crosby and Jovie McMenamin, and sisters Cheryl (Mike) Barada and Vickie (Tim) Slaughter. Funeral service 10:30 AM Wednesday, Elkhorn Hills United Methodist Church. Interment Prospect Hill Cemetery, Elkhorn. Visitation Tuesday 5-8 PM at the funeral home in Elkhorn. Memorials to the family.

Rodney Eugene Nelson

January 16, 1953 - December 5, 2024