Nelson Fries, 52, of Yakima died Monday, January 23. Mr. Fries was born in Colorado and had lived in the Yakima area for more than 20 years. He worked as a forklift driver for Washington Fruit and held various other jobs.
Survivors include a son, Corey Fries of Spokane; and one grandchild.
Memorial services will be at a later date. Arrangements are by Valley Hills Funeral Home and Crematory of Yakima.
A sweet, wonderful man with the heart of gold. I will cherish our moments of laughter and stories, and I will miss seeing you driving by in your forklift, always with a grin and a "hi". Until we meet again..
Leticia Gonzalez Washington Fruit and Produce Co.
I am so sad that you are gone cousin. We have been there for each other so many times. You are the one who found the love of my life for me. It just hurts my heart that you passed away feeling broken hearted and feeling alone. I LOVE YOU !!!! I will make sure in all my power to do a memorial for you cousin. I miss you !!!!!!!!! LOVE ALWAYS AND FOREVER AND EVER SHELLY
For all the jokes you've told over the years I could've wrote a book by now, the most funniest man I know! I can still see you ice skating across the floor with your hands behind your back! I will always remember you Curley and never forget you.. Love your friend, Deana Nunn Washington Fruit and Produce Co.
Curly, you will always remain in the hearts of all us friends. I loved you like an uncle, and wish I could have been around you more often. Thank you for everything you've done for me and my family. One day we shall meet again. With love, Clint Alba and family.
