Obituary of Ozzie Nelson

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Ozzie Nelson

Ozzie George Nelson (born March 20, 1906 in Jersey City, New Jersey) was a film actor, film director, screenwriter, musician, and composer who was best known for starring in “Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet,” a radio and TV series with his wife Harriet and two sons Ricky Nelson and David Nelson. Ozzie died on June 3, 1975 and his death was because of liver cancer. He died at age 69.

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Ozzie Nelson Biography Wiki:

    • Net Worth: $14 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Ore-Ida French Fries
    • Favorite Color: Lime
    • Favorite Scent: Kenneth Cole Mankind Hero
    • Favorite Actor: Will Smith

    Ozzie's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Ozzie George Nelson
    • Father: George Waldemar Nelson
    • Mother: Ethel Irene Nelson (née Orr)
    • Brother(s):
      • Don Nelson (1927-2013)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Harriet Nelson (married 1935-1975, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • David Nelson (1936-2011)
      • Ricky Nelson (1940-1985)

Death Notice:

  • Date: June 03 1975 at age 69
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Liver cancer
  • Funeral Arrangements: Held at the Church of the Hills at Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills, California on June 6, 1975
  • Interment: Buried at the Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills Cemetery in Los Angeles, California

Category Tags:

Film ActorFilm Director Musician American Born on March 20th Born in 1906 Born in New Jersey Died in 1975 Died at age 69 Died from Liver cancer

Ozzie's Notable Roles:

  • The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet

Quotable Quotes:

"Get up, stand up, Stand up for your rights. Get up, stand up, Don't give up the fight."

"Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine, and at last, you create what you will."

"Ozzie Nelson will always be remembered as a beloved actor, musician, and family man whose talents and contributions to entertainment will continue to inspire for generations to come. (V)"

"Ozzie Nelson had a successful professional life as an actor, bandleader, and director, but tragically passed away at the age of 69 after a battle with liver cancer. (V)"

Is Mr. Ozzie Nelson still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-06-21 00:43:05
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