Nelson, Vernon A. USAF MSgt. (Ret.) Vernon A. Nelson, 82, passed away August 26, 2014. A Douglas County Colorado native; he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Laurence, whom he greatly adored. Father of Dianne E. (Craig) Miller; and proud grandfather of Joshua Miller. Funeral Service Wed, September 3, 10:00 AM at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 11150 E Dartmouth Ave, Aurora. He will be laid to rest at Ft Logan National Cemetery with full Air Force honors at 12:00, Staging Area A. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Historic Sedalia Museum and Gardens, PO Box 594, Sedalia, CO 80135. Please share memories of Vernon and condolences with his family by signing the guestbook below.