Pamela Jean Nelson

Pamela Jean (Nordstrom) Nelson February 7, 1945 - May 28, 2025 Princeton - Pamela Jean (Nordstrom) Nelson passed away on Wednesday May 28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, service, and devotion to her family, faith, and community. Pamela was born on February 7, 1945, in Moline, Illinois, to George and Dorothy (Erickson) Nordstrom. She graduated from Moline High School in 1963 and earned her degree from Illinois State University in 1967. After moving to Princeton, Pamela met Wendell Nelson, and they were married on July 19, 1975, in her hometown of Moline. Together they built a loving home and family. A dedicated educator, Pamela taught in Princeton elementary schools, where she also served as a librarian. After her children were in school, she continued to support students as a substitute teacher and accompanied countless choir rehearsals, musicals, and music contests at both the elementary and high school levels. Her faith was a cornerstone of her life. As a devoted member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Pamela shared her musical gifts by playing piano for worship services-most recently earlier this month-and spent many years delivering meals for Mobile Meals. She found joy in reading, sewing, knitting, watching Jeopardy!, and traveling to support her children's musical endeavors. Pamela is survived by her husband of nearly 50 years, Wendell Nelson of Princeton, IL; children Susan Nelson of Chicago, IL, Joanna (Josh) Gates of Hockessin, DE, and Mitchell (Alexandra Wilson) Nelson of Wayne, ME; her beloved grandchildren, Anders Gates and August Nelson; and many cherished nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Dorothy, her sister Phyllis, and many dear cousins. A visitation will be held at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in Princeton, IL on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Services to follow at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, officiated by Pastor Gene Vincent. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the music program at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church-a cause dear to Pamela's heart. Online condolences may be directed to www.norbergfh.com Arrangements by Norberg Memorial Home, Inc. & Monuments.