Christopher Ray "Baabiiwaash" Nelson, beloved son, brother, father, and friend, passed away on October 9, 2023, at the age of 32. He was born on April 8, 1991, in Mora, MN, to his loving parents, Martin Nelson and Teresa Nelson.

Christopher will always be remembered as a great man, always there for those in need and deeply devoted to his family. He took pride in being the oldest among his siblings and cherished the special bond they shared. Christopher had a son, Christopher Ray Nelson Jr., whom he loved dearly and was proud to call his own.

A man of many talents, Christopher found joy in his hobbies and interests. He had a passion for driving around while listening to music, and his freestyle rapping showcased his remarkable talent. Not only was he musically gifted, but he was also incredibly intelligent, always staying true to himself and keeping things real.

Christopher was preceded in death by his beloved grandmothers, Nina Benjamin and Melody DeMar, as well as his cherished cousins, Daisha Shelene Honsey and Michael Nelson III, and his uncle, Randy LaFave / Benjamin.

Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Martin Nelson and Teresa Nelson, along with his grandparents, Lorelei LaFave and Randy Benjamin. Christopher leaves behind his brothers, Martin Nelson Jr., Timothy Nelson, Justyn Lundgren, and Tristyn Lundgren, as well as his sisters, Kellie Nelson, Katie Nelson, Lilly Nelson, and Brooklyn Lundgren.

To celebrate Christopher's life and honor his memory, a visitation will be held on October 12, 2023, at dusk at the Aazhoomoog Community Center. The funeral service will follow on October 13, 2023, at 10:00 am, also at the Aazhoomoog Community Center, officated by Chato Ombishkebines Gonzalez and Lee Obizaan Staples. Following the service, Christopher will be laid to rest in a burial ceremony at Stevens Lake Cemetery.