Steven Elliott Nelson, age 51, of Cabot Street in Barre, died unexpectedly on Friday, June 24, 2016. Steven was born on October 1, 1964 in Montpelier, the son of Kenneth S. and Barbara (Corning) Nelson. He received his education in the Montpelier School system and graduated from Montpelier High School in 1982. Steve later graduated from Champlain College in 1984 with an Associate's Degree. He was employed by several area businesses; Nicom Coatings, McGillicuddy's Irish Pub, Calmont Beverage and most recently as a rural route carrier for the United States Postal Service in the Central Vermont area. Steve loved sports of all kinds and participated in motocross racing in his early years. He was a big fan of the Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics, Boston Bruins, and the Dallas Cowboys. Steve leaves his mother, Barbara Nelson-Brown of Montpelier; brother, David Nelson and his wife, Stacey of Essex Junction, two nephews Elliott and Sam Nelson of Essex Junction; uncle, John Corning and his wife, Sue who were special to his heart, of Venice, FL; companion, Sharon Olson of Barre; and the "Best dog in the World" Ramos; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Steve was predeceased by his father, Kenneth; and great friend, Coach George Brown. Steve had a big and generous spirit and was always willing to help someone out. We all will miss his humor and kindness. "Thou shall keep him in perfect peace", Isaiah 26-3 A Funeral Mass will be offered on Wednesday, June 29th, 11:00 am, at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 16 Barre Street, Montpelier. A memorial reception will follow the Mass in the Parish Hall. Contributions may be made to Central Vermont Humane Society, PO Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601 or at [emailprotected] Burial will be held in the family lot in Green Mount Cemetery. On line condolences may be sent to www.guareandsons.com Funeral arrangement are being handled by James A. Johnston and Paul S. Guare.