Youngstown-

Keith E. Nelsen, 80, passed away May 27, 2024 at home with his wife by his side.

He was born in Freemont, MI on February 15, 1944, son of the late James and Doris Jackson Nelsen.

Keith retired from General Motors supervision after more than 40 years of service. He relocated from the Flint, Michigan plant to the Lordstown, OH plant when it opened in 1966.

Keith was a 40-year member of the Niles-McKinney Lodge #794 and was a leading car enthusiast in the area.

Surviving Keith are his wife, the former Carole Bacon, whom he married on July 31, 1976; brothers, Gary (Shirley) and Chris (Shelly); son and daughter James Nelsen and Angie Perkins; stepdaughter, Bonnie Vaughan; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandson.

He was preceded in death by two stepsons, Ben and Scott Vaughan.

Keith will be missed by his family and many loving friends.

The family will receive friends Friday afternoon May 31, 2024 from 1:00-3:00 PM at the Linsley-Royal Funeral Home in East Palestine. A private burial will follow at Glenview Cemetery.

Linsley-Royal Funeral Home in East Palestine is in charge of arrangements.

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