NILES – Nelson Paul DeGraff, 61, of Pokagon Highway, Dowagiac, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2010, surrounded by his family.

Nelson worked as a journeymen welder at Niles Steel Tank for more than 38 years.
Before Sandy and Nelson settled down to start a family, he raced stock cars. Visitation will be Sunday, Feb. 14, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Mission Hills Memorial Chapel. His funeral will be Monday, Feb. 15, at 11 a.m. with Pastor Jon Den Houter officiating at Mission Hills Memorial Chapel.

Those wishing to make memorial contributions may do so to the family of Nelson DeGraff care of Brown Funeral Home, 521 E. Main St., Niles, MI 49120.