Gordon Nelson

Gordon Ray Nelson of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at the age of 73. He was born on April 11, 1951, in Denver, Colorado, to his loving parents, Gordon and Clarene (Wright) Nelson.

Gordon dedicated 20 years of his career to Revenue Accounting at Frontier Airlines in Denver before continuing his work with American Airlines, where he remained until his retirement in 2012.

Beyond his professional life, Gordon found joy in woodworking, painting, and yard work. He cherished time spent by the pool and took great pride in helping his children with home improvement projects. Above all, he loved making memories with his grandchildren, always finding ways to be present in their lives.

Gordon is survived by his beloved wife, Alice Burkhart Nelson; daughters Shanda (Josh) Akins, Andrea (Kevin) Alexander, and Kara (Brian) Taylor. He was a devoted grandfather to Carter, Campbell, and Canton Akins; Kaden (Albani), Kolby, and Elliott Alexander; Aurora (Sean Schmidt), Reagan, and Gavin Turley; Kylie Taylor and Dylan (Sabrina) Taylor. He was also blessed with great-grandchildren, Remington Schmidt and Grayson Alexander.

He is also survived by his brother, Bill Nelson and wife Cheryl and their son Curtis Nelson and wife Madison and their son Nash, and his brother Rick Nelson and wife Nicki and their sons, Sam Nelson and wife Kelsey and their children Cooper and Peter, and Henry Nelson. Gordon was cherished by many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, extended family, and dear friends.

A celebration of Gordon's life will be held at the Central Church of the Nazarene, 7291 E 81st St, Tulsa, OK 74133, on Monday, February 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM.

Arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt's Glenpool-Bixby Funeral Service, 1329 East 151st St. Glenpool, OK 74033. Family and friends may leave kind words of comfort, special memories and condolences to the family online at www.schaudtfuneralservice.com

Gordon's warmth, generosity, and love for his family will be deeply missed but forever remembered.