William Alan Nelson Jr.

William Alan Nelson Jr., 48 passed away on November 19, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Bill was born on January 17, 1973, in Alliance, Ohio the son of William Alan Nelson Sr. and Vickie Lynn (Pitts) Nelson.
On September 10, 2003, he was united in marriage to the former Stephanie Lee Foor with whom he shared 18 years of marriage. A 1991 graduate of Southern Local High School, Bill attended Mt. Union College. During his high school and college years he participated in high jumping, placing in the 1990-91 State finals. He was employed by Ventra Plastics Inc. as a press operator for the last 7 years. A proud cheer and marching band Dad, Bill lived life for his wife and children. Every weekend Bill’s children gathered at home with their parents. A simple man who liked working with his hands he was happiest at home where he enjoyed woodworking. A die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan he also enjoyed playing basketball.
He will be deeply missed by his wife Stephanie, children Jordan (Sarah), Adriana (Devin), Kylee (Bryce) and Kendall, his parents Bill and Vickie, brothers Brad (Michelle) Nelson and Brent (Mackenzie) Nelson, his cherished granddaughter Hazel, and his faithful canine companion Winston. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Aunt Brenda Cress and Uncles Virgil Pitts and Larry Nelson. A celebration of Bill’s life will be held at a later date.