Posted Dec 27, 2025

I was informed that Ken Nelson passed away yesterday, December 26th.
Ken was a long time area multi-sport official that reached the state finals in football and girls basketball during his tenure.
A service for Ken will be held Friday January 2nd at Freese Funeral home in Sidney beginning at 1pm. Graveside service to follow in St. Joseph.

The Champaign Officials Association officers and members send our deepest condolences to the Nelson family in their time of grief.