J. Nelson Lauzon

J. Nelson Lauzon passed away on July 2, 2017, at the age of 89, in Clinton Township. He was born on October 5, 1927 to Norman and Frances (LaBeth) Lauzon in Windsor, Ontario. Nelson proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during World War II. He achieved the rank of Private First Class and was awarded the US World War II Victory medal. Upon finishing his commitment to his country Nelson finished his education graduating from Wayne State University in 1952 and earning a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Once he was finished with his formal education Nelson started his career in the automation industry. He spent 52 years in the this field of automation eventually becoming president of Cooney Industries Conveyor, Inc in 1995 and stayed in that position until his retirement in 2004. Throughout his 52 years in the automation industry Nelson applied for and was granted 3 separate patents for his innovative designs from the US Patent office. Lifetime member of the fraternity Theta Tau. Being an avid golfer Nelson loved to chase the sun in the winter time splitting his year between his home in Sterling Heights and his home in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Nelson was a member of both Meadowbrook Country Club here in Michigan and Ballantrea Country Club in Florida. Nelson was skilled enough on the links to achieve every golfer's dream, of hitting a hole in one, not once but twice. A series of strokes robbed Nelson of his sight and he had to give up his golf passion however he found renewed enjoyment by playing the slots at the local casinos. Nelson will always be remembered for his generosity, his kindness and the caring compassion that he showed to all who he met. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is the beloved husband of Beverly. Loving father of Gail (Brad) Dubay, Patricia (Rick) Grunewald, Dennis Angner, and David (Jody) Lauzon. Proud grandfather of Melissa (Paul) Rivard, Beth Mele, Alicia (Buc) Pellegrino, Katie DeKimpe, and Rachel Lauzon. Dear brother of the late Norman and Lloyd Lauzon. Visitation Thursday 3-8 PM with a funeral service Friday 12:00 PM at the Wasik Funeral Home, Inc. 49150 Schoenherr Rd. (n. of 22 Mile Rd.), Shelby Twp. Nelson's ashes will be laid to rest at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton Township at a later date.

J. Nelson Lauzon

October 5, 1927 - July 2, 2017