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NELSON MERVYN HARPER

February 16, 1934 – July 19, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nelson Mervyn Harper on July 19, 2022.

He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Madeleine Harper; his sons Bruce (Charlene), Glenn (Janis), Mike (Leslie), and Ron; his daughter Bonnie Howell (Patrick), and 13 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his daughter, Diane. He will be sadly missed.

Nelson arrived in the  Yukon from Ontario in 1952. He put on a lot of miles driving truck, then moved on to placer mining. 

As per Nelson's request, there will be no service. 

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