Saybrook, Ohio - RICHARD L. NELSON

1943-2025

David (Traci) and son Logan Nelson announce the passing of their beloved father and grandfather Richard "Dick" L. Nelson of Saybrook, Ohio on May 25, 2025. Richard was loved and will be missed by all of his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Richard worked at Rockwell Brake Plant before becoming an Ashtabula City Police Officer. Richard then moved on and worked for and retired from United Parcel Service. Richard became friends with many of his clients along his delivery route particularly in the Austinburg and Geneva areas. Richard had a love for classic cars and attending classic car shows. He was frequently seen turning a wrench on his own classics. Richard learned his mechanic skills of fixing those cars from his father John Hewitt who owned Hewitt's Garage on West Avenue in Ashtabula in the 1960s and 1970s. Richard also looked forward to having his morning coffee with his buddies at the coffee counter at the local restaurants. Richard also loved spending time with his favorite pets, his dog Max and cat Doogie. Richard was proceeded in death by his parents John Hewitt, Grace (Ginn) and Charles Nelson. His sons, Ricky Nelson Jr., and Tyler Nelson. His brothers John Hewitt and Ron Hewitt. Richard will be missed by his extended family and friends throughout the Ashtabula and Mesa, Arizona areas. A private family celebration of life was held.