Obituary of James Mason Nelson

James Nelson, age 53, a resident of Colorado Springs since 1977 passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at his home in Colorado Springs. He was in facilities management at the United States Air Force Academy and was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend.James Mason Nelson was born on March 13, 1961 in San Mateo, California to James Lawrence Chapel, Jr. and Geraldine Virginia (Webb) Nelson. He graduated from Doherty High School in Colorado Springs. Jim later married Jeanette Spoto and had two sons. His second marriage was to Gina Renee Giles on June 2, 2002 in Colorado Springs. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and the outdoors of Colorado. He had a respect for nature and was very aware of the cycles of life. He also had a deep respect for his family and friends. He will be best remembered for his sense of humor and quick wit.He is survived by his wife, Gina; and his sons, Doug (Katie) Nelson of Colorado Springs and Shawn (Tina) Nelson of Rifle, Colorado. He is also survived by his brother, Pete Nelson; his sisters, Patricia Rucker and Brandi Nelson; his mother, Geraldine Webb; and his former wife, Jeanette Spoto. James has four wonderful grandchildren, Kylee, Ashlyn, Patrick and Lily. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday at the family's home.Funeral Home:The Springs Funeral Services3115 East Platte AvenueColorado Springs, , COUS 80909 Events Service Sunday, August 3, 2014 12:00AM Family Home Colorado Springs, CO Phone: 719-328-1793