Irene Rae Nelson

-- View a Video -- Remembering Irene Irene Rae Nelson December 11, 1938 - January 26, 2012 Irene passed away at the age of 73 in Shingle Springs, CA. where she was a resident for the past 15 years. Irene was a loving wife of Joe for 54 years. She is survived by 3 sons, Mark (Mariann), Marty (Jennifer), Jeff (Elaine), 7 grandchildren, Heather(Joe), Matthew, Jeffery, Ryan, Jason, Amanda and Danielle (Eric), 1 great-grandchild Olivia. Also survived by sibling Gale Jones. Irene was born in York, Ne. Married Joe in 1956, moved to California in 1959 where they have made their home ever since. Irene had great love for her family, friends and animals. She also loved to cook and garden. A celebration of life service will be held February 3rd at 2 p.m. at Green Valley Mortuary and Cemetery (530)677-7171 on the corner of Green Valley and Bass Lake Rd. in Cameron Park, CA 95682 A reception to follow at Greenstone Estates Clubhouse, 4700 Old French Town Rd. Shingles Springs, CA 95682 There is an online memorial and guest book available at www.greenvalleymortuary.com