Loving husband of Eileen (nee Hart). Beloved father of Charles (Patty), Michele (Mike Ludwig), and "Dink" Ed (Chantel) Nelson. Also survived by 12 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, his parents Joseph and the late Vera (nee McLain), his brother Wayne, his sisters Pam, Debbie, Claudia, and Karen; sister-in-law Kay McCutchin, and many nieces and nephews. Relatives, friends, and employees of Carlton Industries are invited to his Viewing Friday eve., 7-9 P.M. and Saturday morn., 9:30-10:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114. Funeral Service 11 A.M. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to St. Dominic Church and School, 8504 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19136, would be appreciated.