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Headstone of Anthony Bernard Nelson

Anthony Bernard Nelson

Died October 29, 1950

Anthony Bernard Nelson.

How He Died
Manner Natural
Cause Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
What Happened

Acting Chief Tony Nelson suffered a fatal heart attack while responding to a disturbance call with two other officers.

After collapsing, the other officers attempted to drive him to the hospital but he passed away while en route.

Chief Nelson was a WWI veteran and had served with the Powell Police Department for five years.

Survivors
He was survived by his two brothers and five sisters.
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Service Record
Also Served
Powell Police Department
Acting Chief
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 29W · Line 27 cut as ANTHONY BERNARD NELSON
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In tribute

I served 1985 to 1993. You served too, before the badge - different uniform, same idea. You go where you are sent and you do not get to pick the call.

Acting Chief Nelson gave the Powell Police Department 5 years.

Thank you for your service to the Powell community. Thank you for your service before it. Gone but never to be forgotten.

Rest easy, brother.

— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993

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