Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

Keith L. Nelson

Passed away on July 12, 2022

Keith L. Nelson, age 74. Late of South Chicago, IL., formerly of Chicago Heights, IL. Passed away on July 12, 2022. Beloved Fiancé of Evelyn Kostanski. Loving father of Shannon Lingo, Mandy (Russel) Knaack, and Scott (Laura) Nelson, step-father: Frederick Reyna (Belinda Thomas), Susan (Ramón) Barrón, and Jacqueline (Joseph) Mireles. Cherished grandfather of 9 and great-grandfather of 9. Dearest brother of Kevin (Sue) Nelson and the late Kyle (Margo) Nelson and survived by Evelyn’s brother: Daniel Kostanski. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Walter and Adele Nelson. Keith was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy and member of the American Legion. He was an avid reader, enjoyed fishing, camping, baseball, coaching his daughter’s softball teams, and an enthusiast of Thomas Kinkade artwork and covered bridges. He will be forever missed by all. Visitation will take place on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m with a “Celebration of Life” service at 4:00 p.m. at the Elmwood Chapel 11200 S. Ewing Ave. Chicago, IL. Inurnment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. will take place on Thursday, August 4,2022 at 2:00 p.m.

Inurnment:
Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery

Visitation Location

East Side
11200 S. Ewing Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 731-2749

Map

Visitation Information

Tuesday, July 19, 2022 - 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm

Celebration of Life
Tuesday, July 19, 2022 - 4:00 pm

Condolences
"I love you so much and don't know how I'm going to make it through the rest of my life without you by my side. We shared so much for the time we had together. Instead of waiting til November to marry, we should have done so sooner. Now its too late. I am so sorry for things I said or didn't say and do. I thought we had more time. When we met, you lit up my life and now, the candle is out forever. You have that special place in my heart and there you will stay. Rest in Peace, my love. Until we meet again, Ev."
- Evelyn Kostanski
July 21, 2022 10:57 pm
Candles Lit
"I love you Dad. I hope you and Uncle Kyle and Grandpa and Grandma are all together again!"
- Shannon Nelson Lingo
July 16, 2022 5:11 pm