With great sadness, the family of Charles Coleman Nelson regrets to inform all of his friends and family that “Charlie” passed away on January 29, 2021.

Charlie will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 24 years, Senga Nelson and their dog, Jack, as well as his loving children and their spouses: Jan Nelson Wong, Jeff Nelson and his wife, Gina, John Nelson and his wife, Sue, Randy Nelson and his wife, Terri, Todd Nelson and his wife, Cindy, and Troy, and his wife Kelly; 11 grandchildren: Alyssa Wong, Brandon Wong, Chloe Nelson, Coleman Nelson, Cameron Nelson, Margeaux Nelson, Austin Nelson, Brooke Nelson Dalton, Kevin Nelson, Anthony Nelson and Amber Nelson. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Suzanne W. Nelson.

Charlie was loved and respected by all. He was born on November 15, 1931, in Ohio. A man of his stature needs to be remembered for all he did and all he helped.

He worked as an executive for BellSouth for more than 30 years. Charlie also served as a City Commissioner in the City of Pembroke Pines and was a South Broward Hospital Board Commissioner for many years and one year as Board Chairman.

Some of his other notable accomplishments included:

• Red Cross Member Board of Directors 1975-1980

• Regional Mental Health Consortium Member 1982-1984

• Salvation Army Board of Directors 1974-1982

• South Florida Coordinating Council Member 1988-1990

• Sun-Tattler Little League Tournament Director 1967-1987

• Sun-Tattler Golf Tournament Chairman 1970-1980

• Chairman Sport’s Man of the Year 1980

• United Way of Broward County Board of Directors 1980-1993

• Campaign Chairman-South Area 1990-1991

• Chairman-Energy & Telecommunications 1991-1992

• YMCA of Hollywood 1980-1986

• SFPGA South FL Section Advisory Board 1995-2006

• Also the namesake for the Nelson Cup that was played annually by the 3 sections of the SFPGA, that I think the guys enjoyed every year

• Broward County Community Mental Health Board 1972-1978 (President 1975)

• Broward County School Board Athletic Advisory Committee Member 1962

• Dania Chamber of Commerce Member 1966-1993

• Elderly Interest Fund 1988-1992

• Hallandale Chamber of Commerce 1986-1993

• City Commissioner of Pembroke Pines 1992-1994

• Hollywood Chamber of Commerce 1976-1992 (Chairman Board of Directors 1979-1980

• Hollywood Rotary Club Member 1970-1982

• Human Rights Committee South Florida State Hospital 1976-1980 (Chairman 1978)

• Libera Economic Social Development 1984-1994 (Chairman-Board of Directors 1994

• Mental Health Association of Broward County 1972-1975 (President 1974)

• Property Appraiser for Bill Markham 1995-2004 (Also fund raiser for all of Mr. Markham’s re-election campaigns)

• City of Hollywood Marina Senior Security Leader for 12 years

Even with so many achievements, his greatest joy was his family. Charlie will be remembered for his humor, kindness, politeness, his love of this great country and most of all, his love for his family that he was always so proud of. He especially loved spending time supporting his 11 grandchildren in all of their endeavors, from golf tournaments and baseball games, to dance and cheer competitions, he was always there rooting them on!

From fishing trips in Treasure Cay to sunsets in Naples, and strolling down Hollywood Beach, Charlie couldn’t get enough of the water. He also made countless memories at the family ranch in Sarasota, Fla., where he soaked in the great outdoors hunting with his brother, Richard E. Nelson, who preceded him, as well as his loved ones.

He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew him. Charlie will always be fondly remembered as, “Pops: The Man, The Myth, The Legend.”

A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held at Boyd Panciera Family Funeral Care on Saturday, February 20, 2021 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., with Prayer Service and Tributes of a Lifetime at 4:30 p.m., at 1600 N. University Drive, Pembroke Pines, Fla., 33024.

For those who cannot attend the Memorial Service, the family is providing a live video stream of the service for family and friends to attend virtually at 4:30 p.m.  This will be LIVE on the Boyd Panciera Family Funeral Care Facebook page at:

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“I will always miss you, my love, for the rest of my life. There is a void in my heart that can never be filled until I am in your arms again. I love you, baby, with all my heart and soul and I will be in your arms soon. Keep my side of the bed warm for Jack and I. I will be there soon to hold you and rub your knees with BENGAY as I always did… I LOVE YOU BABY, AND I WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU!” — Senga Nelson

Please note modifications are in place regarding Visitation and Services due to the Coronavirus. Boyd-Panciera is following all local and state guidelines and is taking all the necessary precautions to ensure the safety and health of our families and staff to halt the spread of COVID-19.  Social Distancing and Face Masks are in effect.