BARBARA ANN NELSON

LEICESTER — Barbara Ann Nelson, age 89, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 4, 2025, at The Pines in Rutland.

Barbara was born in Leicester on Aug. 22, 1935. She was the daughter of Howard and Dorothy (Ryder) Nicklaw. She grew up in Leicester and graduated from Brandon High School, class of 1954, where she was voted most studious. In her earlier years, Barb worked at Rollers by Baker in Forest Dale. She later joined the staff at Nexus Corporation in Brandon, from which she retired in 2008 following many years of service. Known for her quiet strength, she was an avid reader, enjoyed doing puzzles, crosswords, and needlework, was a wonderful pie maker and loved music and animals.

Barb leaves behind four daughters, Laurie of Essex Jct., Melinda of Rutland, Brenda of Winooski, and Susan of Rutland; along with one sister, Marsha McLaren of Goshen. Two granddaughters, four great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren also survive her. She was predeceased by a sister, Mary Hutchins and a granddaughter, Kaitlyn.

A private graveside committal service and burial will take place at a later date in Forest Dale Cemetery.

Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made in her memory to the Rutland County Humane Society or Addison County Humane Society.

Arrangements by Miller & Ketcham of Brandon. ◊