Narcisse "Nelson" Joseph Cantin

Narcisse (Nelson) Joseph Jean Cantin, age 77, born October 6, 1947 in Windsor, Ontario, raised in Holt, Michigan and from Charlotte, Michigan and Athens, GA has passed away peacefully in Watkinsville, GA into the arms of Jesus on July 31st, 2025, after 18 years of treatments at the cancer center.

Nelson was a devoted husband of 55 years to Melva Muncey Cantin, father and loving grandfather. He graduated Holt High School in 1966. He worked at Servomation, Nielsen Construction, General Motors, Crazy Steve's, Cantin's Corner, Century 21, Coldwell Banker, RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals, RE/MAX Home Advantage and RE/MAX Top Professionals. He had 40 years in Construction, Real Estate and Developing. He was the previous Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Home Advantage, Inc in Charlotte, Michigan. He developed Mott Meadows, Autumn Woods and part of Oakridge Condominiums (many streets named after family members) before moving to Georgia to be by family. He had a passion to help others realize the dream of home ownership. Nelson had an eye to see development become reality with working with banks, title companies and architects. He was a great leader to his agents and office associates with a positive attitude. He strived to stay up to date with technology and marketing tools. He watched HGTV until the last day of life to stay close to the industry he loved.

Nelson was an active member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Charlotte, MI. His girls attended St. Mary's Catholic School. He was devoted to his Catholic faith and enjoyed all the parishioners. Nelson helped with the Fish Frys during lent and the Spaghetti Dinner. Melva and Nelson helped many times with a Valentine's Dance and flowers. He often picked up the donuts for Sundays Mass. Nelson was a previous Grand Knight with Knight of Columbus in Charlotte, Michigan. He helped with the development of the parish addition to give space for weddings, funerals and event space. Nelson spent many working volunteer hours with Knights on the development of the Right to Life Memorial Garden dedicated to the unborn located next to the church. Nelson and Melva Cantin joined St. Joseph Catholic Church in 2008 when they moved to Athens, Georgia. Nelson was a part of the 4th Degree, Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed handing out American Flags at a yearly fundraiser for Veteran's Day. He attended the couple's dinners for Knights of Columbus. He attended his grandchildren's (Dylan and Callie Dellinger) school and fundraiser events at St. Joseph Catholic School and Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School.

Nelson loved life and people even more. Nelson and Melva had many parties to celebrate all occasions and holidays with family and friends. If there was a party or event then he wanted to attend. He was on a bowling league, golf league, hunted, skied, played cards and ran 5 Ks in his younger years. He was adventurous and went camping with his family for years in St. Joseph, Canada above Lake Huron, hiked Yosemite National Park, and Parasailed in Hawaii, took the Black Helicopter into the volcanoes in Hawaii, Hunted Elk in Colorado and walked on fire rocks during a promotional speaker event. Life was definitely worth taking chances and keeping faith in the Lord along the way. After moving, he became a UGA fan,

Go Dawgs!

Nelson loved his two daughters and talked to them almost every day. His smile was contagious and something we all looked forward to seeing. He was overwhelmed with joy from his four grandchildren.

He loved hearing about their day and being involved in any way possible whether attending school/sporting events or facetime on the phone because of distance.

Nelson had 3 siblings that he cherished. He helped with his younger brothers (Steve and Joe Cantin) when their father passed away his senior year. He worked on many business plans with Steve throughout the years. Joe and Nelson hunted, golfed and attended Knights of Columbus events together. His beautiful sister, Louise, had many years of New Year's celebrations together. The family sibling bond was close all the way to the end.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Narcisse Nelson Cantin and Lorna Whalen. He is also preceded in death by his wife, the love of his life for 55 years, Melva Muncey Cantin.

He is survived by two daughters, Stacie Cantin (Celebration, FL), Mandy (Jansen) Dellinger (Bogart, GA). Four Grandchildren: Dylan Dellinger, Callie Dellinger, Andre Belokonev and Lana Belokonev. Sister, Louise (Jack) Thomas (Middleburg, FL), Brothers Steve Cantin (Holt, MI) and Joe (Mary) Cantin (Lansing, MI). Many Cousins, Nieces, Nephews and Family Friends.

A Viewing is scheduled for Friday, August 8th, 2025 at 8 am Lord & Stephens Watkinsville, GA, Followed with a 9:30 Rosary and Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church (Color Guard Knights of Columbus present). The family and friends after mass will proceed to Oconee Memorial Park for prayer and the burial. The Celebration of Life Luncheon will be at Club Estates in Statham, GA. Cards can be sent to: Mandy Dellinger, 1011 Pops Way, Bogart GA 30622.

Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, WEST, Watkinsville, is in charge of the arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com