John B. Nelson

1987-2025

John B. Nelson, age 37, of Medford, passed away on Friday, Sept. 12, 2025, at his home. John was born in Medford, on Dec. 11, 1987, to Bradley Isaacson and Judith Nelson. John attended Medford area schools and was a graduate of the Medford High School. He enjoyed the outdoors fishing and gardening, loved a good bonfire, and grilling on the Big Green Egg. He had a love for music and concerts and was a talented tie-dye artist, making anything tie-dyed. His greatest joy was being a dad to Draven and Dexter. “There Are No Strangers Here; Only Friends You Haven’t Yet Met” was a quote he lived by. John was generous with his time and would help anyone in need.

Survivors include his children, Draven and Dexter; his parents, Bradley Isaacson and Judith Nelson; his brother, Dalton (Paige) Isaacson; and his grandmother, Muriel Isaacson. John is further survived by his aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Charles and Lorraine Nelson; and his paternal grandfather, Ronald Isaacson.

A celebration of life gathering will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, at the Chelsea Conservation Club in Medford, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. In memory of John, tie-dyed apparel is encouraged. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be given to John’s sons. Inurnment will be held at the Chelsea Cemetery at a later date.

Generations Funeral Home & Crematory of Tomahawk is assisting the family. You may view John’s obituary and leave online condolences at generationsfuneral.com.

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