PAUL J. NELSON

Paul J. Nelson passed away on August 10, 2026, at the age of 80. He was born in Toronto on November 18, 1945. Paul earned a BA in Economics from the University of Waterloo, where he met his future wife Susan Reimer, and later studied law at the University of Toronto. In 1973 he co‑founded the Guelph law firm Nelson Watson, specializing in real estate law, a practice that continues today. Outside his legal career he was an avid glider pilot, a bridge enthusiast, a reader, and the author of two science‑fiction novels. He and Susan traveled to six continents and spent many winters at their home in Temecula, California. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Susan Nelson; their sons Brandon (husband Dennis) and Keith (partner Erin); grandchildren Devin, Ryan and Sophie; his sister Leslie and her husband David; sisters‑in‑law Louise and Katie; brothers‑in‑law Rudy and Ron; and seven nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister Leslie’s husband, David. A memorial visitation with refreshments will be held at Wall‑Custance Funeral Home, 206 Norfolk Street, Guelph.