Eugene "Gene" Nelson, age 79. Beloved husband of Joanne (nee Reyment). Devoted father of Sandra (William Frederick) Sladin and the late Scott. Loving grandfather of David, Matthew, Krystal, Jacob and Rachel. Dear brother in law of Donna Reyment. Longtime member of Carpenter's Union and many years of devoted service with the City of Palos Hills. Visitation Monday 3-9PM at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W) Palos Hills. Funeral service Tuesday 1030AM at the funeral home. Interment Chapel Hill Garden South Cemetery. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.palosgaidasfh.com (708) 974-4410