George Richard (Dick) Nelson, of North Bend, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2013. He was 90 years of age.

Mr. Nelson was born on May 24, 1923 in Portland, Maine, the son of Charles and Harriett Nelson. He was raised in Portland, Maine and graduated from Portland High School. He also attended the University of Maine where he received both his Bachelor and Master’s degree in chemistry. He worked for Eastman Kodak, Dennison and Weyerhauser. In 1973 he moved to the Seattle area and continued his work with Weyerhauser.

Mr. Nelson was a 60 year member of the American Chemical Society. He is most noted for the numerous pulp and paper patents that he developed.

Throughout his life Mr. Nelson was a man with many interests. He loved fly fishing and tying flies, gardening, hiking, biking, skiing, cooking and spending time with his grandchildren. His love of the outdoors led him to be a docent at Madera Canyon near Tucson, Arizona.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Marian; his daughters, Ellen M. Gehling (Gary), Kristin L. Buzard (David); son Jon T. (Yasuko); seven grandchildren: Les, Sarah, Shizuho, Asaki, Ashley and Hannah; and two great grandchildren: Jessiah and Mason.

A graveside service will be held 1:00 pm on Monday, July 8, 2013 at City of Issaquah Cemetery. His memorial service wil begin at 3:00 pm at Mount Si Lutheran Church 411 NE Eighth, North Bend, WA 98045. Following the service there will be a gathering in the fellowship hall for family and friends.

Remembrances suggested to the Institute for Therapeutic Discovery; P.O. Box 127, Delanson, NY 12053.