Thomas Elleworth Nelson Sr., 93, of Yakima died Tuesday, September 22.
Mr. Nelson was born in Bickleton and served in the Army during World War II. He worked as a foreign service officer before retiring 32 years ago.
Survivors include his wife, Lois Nelson of Yakima; a son, Thomas Nelson Jr. of West Linn, Ore.; a daughter, Barbara N. Estabrook of Gardiner, Maine; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
At his request, there will be no services. Arrangements are by Valley Hills Funeral Home and Crematory of Yakima.