Lawrence Olaf “Butch” Nelson died July 13, 2012, from injuries sustained in an auto accident.

He was born Jan. 15, 1921, in Enumclaw to Olaf and Byrdis (Sandnes) Nelson. He attended high school in Enumclaw where he played varsity football. After high school, he moved to southern California and found work with Douglas Aircraft. He worked for the company until 1981,when he retired and returned to Enumclaw with his wife of 50 years, Opal. He served in the Navy during World War II and spent time in the South Pacific as a gunner on a troop carrier. He was a talented craftsman and enjoyed building dollhouses and miniature furniture for nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great grandchildren and others.

He is survived by son Dr. Michael K. Nelson and wife Sarah of San Clemente, Calif. He was preceded in death by sister Georgine Randall, brothers Charles Nelson and Robert Nelson and his wife Opal Mae Nelson.

All may sign the online guest book at www.weeksfuneralhomes.com.