July 30, 1958 – March 9, 2010

Dr. Jeffrey Scott Nelson passed away on March 9, 2010. He was born July 30, 1958, in Bellingham, WA.

Dr. Jeff graduated from Bellingham High School, attended Western Washington University, and graduated from Palmer Chiropractic College in 1983. He practiced in the state of Washington until he moved to Bend in 1992; joined Bend Chiropractic Clinic, and acquired the business in 1994. Since 1994, Dr. Jeff was a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician. In 2003 and 2005, Dr. Jeff was awarded the ”Columbia River Doctor of the Circuit” and ”Outstanding Service Award for the Columbia River Doctor of the Circuit” by the Pro Sport Chiropractic Program. He spent many years at the Sisters Rodeo dedicated to the Pro Sport Chiropractic Program.

Dr. Jeff was known for his fun sense of humor and his caring dedication to his patients, family and friends. Dr. Jeff is survived by his parents, Donald and Luvonne Nelson of Bellingham, WA; his brother, Steve (Debbie) Nelson of Lynden, WA; and his sister, Sheree (Gordon) Hathaway of Redmond, WA. The family would like to thank Dr. Jeff’s office staff, patients, and friends for their support and kindness.

A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held to share memories and say goodbye, Saturday, March 27, at the Bend Elks Lodge at 63120 Boyd Acres Road from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to Partners In Care, 2075 NE Wyatt Court, Bend, OR 97701.