Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Warden Nelson,
On today, the 130th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Tennessee. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement than that of a Corrections Officer.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 27, 2024

Thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten. Rest in peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

July 27, 2020

Remembering you on this date that you gave your life protecting the citizens of your state, thank you for your service.

OFC. CHIRICHELLO L.CERT
LANCASTER PRISON,PA

July 27, 2016

Wow, after 122 years since your passing, I can still feel the mourning of your death as a civilian that appreciates your sacrifice. I am glad I got to know a little of your story. Wish you were here to tell us of all of your adventures.

S.Winchester

May 9, 2016

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 119th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 20, 2013

Thank you for honoring Deputy Warden Nelson. I have never heard this story and am saddened to hear of his tragic death.
I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all those in uniform serving now and especially to those who lost their lives in the line of duty.

Patricia Nelson Mills
Great Granddaughter

February 16, 2012

Deputy Warden Nelson you are remembered by the members of the Boston Police Department for your dedication to duty to the people of Tennessee. RIP

Det. Michael Kane
Boston Police Dept.

January 13, 2012

As a child, I grew up hearing this story about my great-grandfather. My grandmother was just a little girl when he was killed. Thank you so much for honoring him and his memory.

Brenda Selner
Great-granddaughter

May 9, 2009

Deputy Warden Nelson,
It has taken 114 years, but you are finally being honored. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Tennessee.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

September 1, 2008