He performed Statler in the pilot episode but was replaced by Richard Hunt when he could not perform full-time in the first season. In 2005, Nelson was one of the narrators on the audiobook version of It's Not Easy Bein' Green, displaying his vocal versatility by reciting most of the quotes from Muppet characters, including Dr. Teeth and the Doozers. He reprised the role of the announcer in The Muppets. Jerry Nelson (July 10, 1934 - August 23, 2012) started his puppeteering career working for Bil Baird. Audio clips of his original introductions to Veterinarian's Hospital and Pigs in Space are also heard in the film, when Kermit first walks into The Muppet Theatre. Jerry Nelson died on August 23, 2012 after years of health issues complicated by COPD. Im glad I stayed with him and Karen in San Antonio, Texas on my last visit. All Rights Reserved. May she walk with her angels and meet her true love William Marion Nelson once again and see her family whom all are celebrating in Heaven now. He worked in telecommunications for over. When I talked to her I could see tears in her eyes. In a way, there were a lot of different ways of looking at it, I think because both Jacquie [Gordon, Christine's mother] and I were right there when Christine died. In this season alone, he was given a variety of new characters, including Herbert Birdsfoot, Sherlock Hemlock, Herry Monster, Little Jerry, Simon Soundman, and Farley. Nelson's introductory voice-over from The Muppets was re-used in Muppets Most Wanted. Norman Stiles, who was the first writer to write for Count, sent me this yesterday: 'It's a beautiful thing. (The Soviet Union constructed a roughly six-meter telescope in the Caucasus Mountains, but its performance never lived up to its size.). Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. This article is about the puppeteer. Our Locations | Jerry Nelson and Dave Goelz on the set of Emmet Otter's Jugband Christmas. Jerry was also preceded by brother, Leonard and survived by brother, Dean, and sisters, Judy and Suzanne and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He is survived 3 children, Kevin Nelson and wife Karen of Edina, MN; Michael Nelson of Portland, OR and daughter, Karla Cossa and husband Tom, of Apex, NC; 8 fantastic grandchildren, Erik, Kristen, Peter, Anders, Haana, Kristina, Sammy and Kira and new great-grandson Quinn. Jerry Nelson, a resident of Winona Lake and a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County, passed away quietly at home on Saturday, April 3, 2021. He was 78. Arrangements are in the care of Cotten Funeral Home & Crematory. I dont know if they knew the extent of what they were doing and how they were prepping me to have a way to get along in the world, but I like to think so. On Fraggle Rock, he performed Gobo Fraggle, Pa Gorg, and Marjory the Trash Heap. Worcester, VT Jerry Edward Nelson, 72, of Worcester passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife at his side on December 9, 2020. memorial page for Jerry Nelson McConnell (16 Jan 1934-23 Feb 2008), Find a Grave Memorial ID 26229087, citing Riverside National Cemetery, . Jerry Allen Nelson, 82, passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022. Nelson also performed T.R. Building a mirror larger than five meters is a Catch-22: It needs to be thick enough to support its weight and not collapse, but the mass required to do that can cause gravity to change the shape of the mirror when it moves. Nelson did not perform in episodes 101-103 and 111-115. Who knows the controlling force that chooses where and how we find our lives manifest? Uncle Deadly is the greatest ham actor of all time; Floyd is my laid-back, mellow side -- cool. Different onesI do intend to work with my old friend Count Von Count again this next season.[5] By the late 2000s, Nelson could no longer do the physical puppeteer work, but he continued to voice the Count and his other characters for Sesame Street while Matt Vogel normally did the puppetry. 120 E. Mason Street Owosso, MI 48867 Jerry Allen Nelson, 82, passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022. Jerry Nelson peering into a mirror at the Lick Observatory. 4, 2021. He was 78. Each interlocking piece, about 6 feet wide and 3 inches thick, would be supported and rearranged by a computer to maintain its correct position. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Forty years, seems like a lifetime. Jerry was very dynamic having multiple professions throughout his busy life. He later performed the signature song from that show, "When the River Meets the Sea," as Robin, in a duet with John Denver for a Muppet Christmas special. In retirement he continued to lead seminars across the nation, sharing with pastors and congregational leaders through seminars entitled, "Making it Work in the Parish". He was born on September 28, 1940, in San Antonio, Texas to Adele and Gerald Nelson. Jerry was a proud season ticket holder for the Denver Broncos in which he followed his team to attend and celebrate two super bowls. Star Tribune reviews all guest book entries to ensure appropriate content. Send Flowers. Jerry was born in Hinckley to the late Bernard and Bernice Nelson. Gil Vaknin/Sesame Workshop, via Associated Press. After attending Verdugo Hills High School in Los Angeles, Mr. Nelson received a B.S. After graduating from Alamo Heights High. Jerry loved anything fast. He will be greatly missed. On Fraggle Rock, Jerry Nelson performed the show's lead character, Gobo Fraggle. Jerry Earl Nelson was born on Jan. 15, 1944, in Glendale, Calif., to Julian Bonne Nelson, a machinist for Lockheed, and the former Leona Jeanette Hill, who managed the local childrens park. And, Danny Bolduc, the son he always wanted to have. Services will be postponed until the Spring of 2021. Jerry Sam NELSON, age 77, of Kendallville, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2022. At the same time, Nelson was still actively performing on Sesame Street. To his good fortune the family purchased a farm directly across the road from a family that had 5 girlsone of whom (Kay) would become the love of his life. JERRY WAYNE PHILLIPS passed away peacefully on February 26, 2023, at his home in North Little Rock, Ark., at the age of 76. He was born July 19, 1946, to the late Jim and Maudie Phillips in . He attended schools in Norfolk and in California. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. In late 2009, Nelson released his album Truro Daydreams.[1]. Jerry L. Nelson (July 10, 1934 August 23, 2012) was an American puppeteer, best known for his work with The Muppets. Nelson, Rev. Nelson's likeness is depicted on the Noble Prize for Counting and, for the Count's entrance at the story's climax, archive audio of Nelson is edited together to form new dialogue. And then there's Crazy Harry, whose ultimate trip is spontaneous combustion. In 1972, he originated the role of Count von Count, who is perhaps his best-known character. I wish I'd said that!Jerry Nelson[3]. OBITUARY Lloyd Jerry Nelson January 5, 1942 - October 25, 2022. . They told us we couldnt electronically glue together broken pieces of glass, Mr. Gabor told The Los Angeles Times in 1993. Astronomers have used those telescopes to help measure the giant black hole at the center of the Milky Way, and to find and confirm planetary bodies outside our solar system, including potentially habitable planets. They shared the love of raising farm animals at their home in Worcester over the past few years. Box 898, Moose Lake, MN 55767. While goofing around on the set one day, they acted like a two-headed monster, and inspired by this, a Two-Headed Monster character was created for them. Jerry was such a fun loving and all around great guy! Nelson went on to perform nearly every Muppet announcer in a major Henson production until 2002. Jerry Nelson and Fran Brill performing Biff and his niece Roxie Marie, during the taping of Sesame Street Episode 3136. He could often be found on his property driving his golf cart, tractor or backhoe. Jerry was a member of Sons of the American Legion and the fund gives out 8 local scholarships yearly. He also built and owned LBJs convenience store in Worcester in 1984. His final performance as the announcer was part of the Jim Henson's Musical World concert at Carnegie Hall. Loving Mother, Grandmother and friend Jerry Don Nelson, passed away August 18th, 2016, peacefully in her sleep. He spent the early 1990s in Hawaii as a project scientist during the construction of the Keck telescopes, before returning to the mainland and taking a position as a professor of astronomy at the University of California, Santa Cruz, in 1994. He participated in dwarf car racing and was a multi-time Champion at Riverside Speedway in N.H. He was born on September 28, 1940, in San Antonio, Texas to Adele and Gerald Nelson. Mr. Jerry GilRoy Nelson was born November 9, 1952 in Rose City, MI the son of Ford and Pauline Nelson. My grandparents used to give me a quarter to learn and sing songs when I was a sprout about five years old. Memorial service Saturday, January 14, at 10:00 AM at Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin Ave. S, Mpls, with a visitation at 9:00 AM. Following Richard Hunt's death in 1992, Nelson took over the role of Statler, which he had originated in The Muppet Show: Sex and Violence. Play Tribute Movie. In 1966 Jerry accepted a call to Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church in St. Clair Shores, MI. Throughout the '60s, he worked on-and-off with Jim Henson. Nelson, who. [8] [9] For the last six years of his life, he required an oxygen tank to assist his breathing. Jerry Nelson first worked with Jim Henson in 1965 when Frank Oz got drafted and Henson needed somebody to perform the right hand of Rowlf on The Jimmy Dean Show. Ha, ha, ha! [5][6], In 2004, Nelson announced that he would no longer be puppeteering his Muppet characters, citing health reasons. In any case: Yeehaw, Hot Dawg, you old mustang you and Boy Howdy, today Im celebrating by getting all my chores done for once! Jerry was born Sept. 18, 1944, in Argos, to the late Maurice E. and Cleta R. (Miller) Nelson. Jerry was born on September 7, 1949 in Port Angeles to Joe and June Nelson joining. Anyone can read what you share. [11] Nelson and Richard Hunt were often paired together on Sesame Street. Jerry was a resident of Clio, MI and a graduate of Frankfort High school. and The Frog Prince. In The Christmas Toy, he performed Balthazar, who he would reprise on the series The Secret Life of Toys (for which he also wrote songs). Come the late 1990s, Nelson has begun to focus more on his musical career but continues his involvement in The Muppets. Sympathy Ideas. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. August 6, 1935 - I enjoy singing and I get to sing a lot. Of course, I didn't know it when I was ten years old driving my mother crazy, making funny noises, discovering and stretching my imagination, playing with my voice. IN THE CARE OF. Mr. Nelson portrayed the count from the time the character was introduced on Sesame Street in 1972. These have included "Moonshine" and "Don't Waste Water," rerecorded versions of Joe Raposo's "Frog Struggle Song" and "There's a Bird on Me," and the Number Guy segments. In recent years Mr. Nelson, who had emphysema, had given up the physically demanding job of operating the count and other puppets on Sesame Street but still voiced the characters, Sesame Workshop said. They were married for 48 years until her death in 2016. Nelson performed as a principal puppeteer in numerous Muppet productions for over thirty years, including the Muppet movies, The Muppet Show, Fraggle Rock . It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Norman Nelson (Johnsonburg, Pennsylvania), born in Ridgway, Pennsylvania, who passed away on January 15, 2023, at the age of 87, leaving to mourn family and friends. Nelson was also the original performer of Big Bird's best friend, Mr. Snuffleupagus, operating the front half while Richard Hunt was the back half. Jerry Nelson McConnell. After graduating from Alamo Heights High. Following 7 years of active duty, he began his civil service career at what is now Fleet Readiness Center East as an aircraft jet mechanic, ultimately retiring with more than 30 years of service as an Aircraft Overhaul and Repair Supervisor. The show paid tribute to Nelson with Episode 4411, which celebrates his best-known Sesame character. Web: Obituary Daily Times Index, 1995-2016. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Would you like to offer Norman Nelsons loved ones a condolence message? He married Linda Haggett in 1968. He always had a welcoming hello with a big smile and a hug. In December 2009, Nelson, who summered in Truro, Massachusetts on Cape Cod, released Truro Daydreams, an album of original songs. Lloyd Jerry Nelson, 80, of Charleston, passed away Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at CAMC Memorial Hospital. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Morris Nilsen Chapel 612-869-3226 morrisnilsen.com. He was born on September 28, 1940, in San Antonio, Texas to Adele and Gerald Nelson. I guess everything you observe and do and experience in life adds to that oneness that makes each of us so unique and at the same time makes us an everyman that shares the human condition in the most fundamental ways. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Then we must take 40 candles out of the cake! Where to Start; Funeral Services; Honoring Veterans . Nelson eventually ceased doing the physical puppeteering for Snuffy, for a time only providing the voice before dropping out of the role altogether. Jerry Nelson performed in both of the Muppet Show pilots. Other notable characters in Nelson's repertoire included The Amazing Mumford, Mr. Johnson, Frazzle, Sam the Robot, and Fred the Wonder Horse. JERRY NELSON OBITUARY. Over half of my seventy five years on this planet has been spent being what has been referred to as a Muppeteer. [10] On August 23, 2012, Jerry Nelson died at his Cape Cod home from complications of his illnesses, at the age of 78. Then it will be time to lick the icing off of 40 candles! He loved being with his family, fishing, camping and just being outdoors. Grief Support. Worcester, VT Jerry Edward Nelson, 72, of Worcester passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife at his side on December 9, 2020. I've still never been able to read the end. Even after he had a stroke in 2011 that left him partly disabled, Mr. Nelson continued to travel to the Santa Cruz campus and worked as a project scientist for the Thirty Meter Telescope, a project to build the largest telescope in the Northern Hemisphere. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. One of Nelson's first major roles was Featherstone in Hey Cinderella! Although she was not conscious, I think she knew we were both there. Jerry Nelson with Saturday Night Lives Scred. Nelson, Gerald (Jerry) of Shoreview passed away peacefully on January 13, 2023. He also did announcer voices very often, including the announcers for the Sesame Street News Flash and Super Grover openings. It was a radical idea, and it required a level of precision that many thought impossible. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. on Friday, November 13, 2020 at New Life Church, followed by the funeral service at 11 a.m. with Pastor Scott Coghill officiating. I was an actor who was working with puppets until a film or stage job came along and all I really wanted to do was sing. His voice will be heard in the new season of the show, which begins in September. When you were working with Jerry, Michael Bolte, a fellow professor at Santa Cruz, said in an interview, nothing seemed impossible., Jerry Nelson, Designer of the Segmented Telescope, Dies at 73, https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/21/science/jerry-nelson-segmented-telescope-dies-at-73.html. He will then be laid to rest at New Bern Memorial Cemetery with military honors. Puppeteer, actor, musician, and master of voices, Jerry Nelson originally joined Henson & Company as a temporary replacement for Frank Oz, who had been drafted into the armed services in the 60's. He originated the role of Fozzie Bear's mother in season 2 of The Muppet Show and reprised the role in the TV specials A Muppet Family Christmas, The Muppets at Walt Disney World, and the film The Muppet Christmas Carol. After high school, he enrolled in the United States Army and served 4 years. He was 73. Please visit Special:Community to learn how you can contribute. January 15, 2023 In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to New Life Church, 2911 Old Cherry Point Road, New Bern, NC 28560. (Oh, didnt I tell you? Nelson did the voice and puppetry for the Count from 1972 until 2004 and continued to provide the Count's voice until his death in 2012. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. He is survived by and the proud father of son, Gerald Alan Nelson and wife Jennifer, grandchildren Ashleigh and Ryan; daughter, Amie Naas and husband Kyle, grandchildren, Alycia and Gina Alvarez, Kendall and Cameron Naas; daughter, Denise Dean and grandson James Dean. If you know of an upcoming event for Norman Nelson, please add one. He was 93. Floyd Pepper (the bassist of the Electric Mayhem band), Pigs in Space star Dr. Julius Strangepork, the boomerang fish-throwing Lew Zealand, Kermit the Frog's nephew Robin the Frog, Gonzo's girlfriend Camilla the Chicken, the mad pyrotechnist Crazy Harry, and "the Phantom of the Muppet Show", Uncle Deadly. He grew up in Hinckley until his family moved to Cloquet, MN when he was beginning the 8th grade. In The Frog Prince, he performed Kermit the Frog's nephew Robin for the first time; however, in that appearance, although Robin's voice and personality were the same, the character was actually a prince who was turned into a frog. JERRY NELSON OBITUARY. [After being asked if he would be alright talking about his late daughter Christine and express what the public should know and remember] Certainly when you lose a child, life changes. After graduating from Alamo Heights High. NELSON, Mr. Jerry-age 70, of Clio, passed away Friday, February 3, 2023 at his residence. We are sad to announce that on February 24, 2023, at the age of 87, Jerry Comer of Parsons, Tennessee passed away. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts are suggested to the. He was predeceased by : his wife Marie Renfroe Comer; his son Jerry Wayne Comer; his parents, Ila Comer and Lloyd Comer; and his . Share Obituary. In July 2020, Jerry married Anne Tyrrell. In The Muppets Valentine Show, he reprised Thog and also performed Droop and Miss Mousey. Rest In Peace, Jerry Share to let others add their own memories and condolences. For the 2002 TV movie It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie, Bill Barretta replaced him as Lew Zealand, but Nelson looped the voices of Robin, Statler, and others. Jerry Nelson with "Sesame Street" characters Count von Count and Herry Monster. In 2010 Mr. Nelson released an album, Truro Daydreams, which consisted of songs he had written and featured some of his fellow Sesame Street cast members. "Papa" and his grandson James held a close connection from the time he arrived, they would often tease one another and were truly best buddies. In 1999, he became the founding director of the Center for Adaptive Optics at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Jerry Nelson (July 10, 1934 - August 23, 2012) started his puppeteering career working for Bil Baird. Beginning in the second season, Nelson took over two of John Lovelady's roles: Crazy Harry and the Announcer. He felt he had the best wife and family in all the world and was always thankful for their love. He met and married the love of his life, Beverly, and settled in New Bern. Official Sites, His puppetry and voice acting with Muppets, Most known for the characters The Count, Herry Monster, Robin the Frog, Crazy Harry. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. Nelson was the first puppeteer to perform Mr. Snuffleupagus, keeping the role from 1971 to 1978. Anyone can read what you share. He was born Friday, May 15, 1942 in Dayton, Ohio to Keith and Jonetta (nee Ridge) Nelson.. He was a full-time performer for the rest of the show's run. Share: Jerome "Jerry" Nelson, age 86 of Sioux Falls, SD passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022. After graduation from Cloquet High School and Concordia College (Moorhead), he enrolled at August- ana Seminary in Rock Island, IL. Jerry Collins Nelson, 78, died on Feb 22, 2013. There is no photo or video of Norman Nelson.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. For decades, the size of telescopes seemed to have stalled with the roughly five-meter Hale Telescope at Palomar Mountain, Calif., built in 1949. On his characters, Jerry Nelson was quoted in a 1978 "Muppet Show Fan Club" newsletter: Each one of them is an aspect of my own personality. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Send Flowers | While in civil service, Jerry remained in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves until retiring as a MSgt (E-8). Jerry Nelson, of West Chester, Ohio, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at the age of 80. He was one of a kind and will be truly missed. Puppeteer, actor, musician, and master of voices, Jerry Nelson originally joined Henson & Company as a temporary replacement for Frank Oz, who had been drafted into the armed services in the 60's.He later re-joined the crew as a full-time performer in the 70's, and has since been heavily involved in almost every major Muppet project, including Sesame Street (1969), The Muppet Show (1976 . Nelson was also given such rarely-seen recurring characters as J.P. Grosse, Fleet Scribbler, and Uncle Deadly. He performed many minor characters on Muppets Tonight, and was The Snoozer in an episode of The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts are suggested to the donor's favorite charity or the Moose Lake Golf Course, P. O. His Funeral Service will be 10:30 AM Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Hope Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD. Nelson and Hunt also performed a duo known as Biff and Sully. Let others know about your loved one's death. Aside from his prolific Muppet performances, Nelson has lent his vocals to a number of live-action and animated song inserts. Its funny when I think about it because at least twenty of those years I denied being a puppeteer. Dave Goelz and Jerry Nelson on the set of Muppets Tonight. There are no events scheduled. In addition to his daughter, Mr. Nelson is survived by his wife, Jocelyn Torricelli Nelson; a son, Leif Nelson; a sister, Jeanne Moat; and three grandchildren. Jerry Don Rothwell Nelson. Nelson's characters were often singers or musicians. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Adele and Gerald Nelson, his brother, Herron Nelson, nephew Ron Ambs, and grandson Brendan Nelson. It is long and boring but I have had health issues for a couple of years now. He also played Marjory the Trash Heap and Pa Gorg. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. Jerry Comer Obituary. Jerry Nelson became part of Sesame Street as it began its second season. Write your message of sympathy today. Jerry K. Nelson, Sr., 80, of New Bern, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 9, 2020. He lived his life his way. Survivors include his mother, Barbara K. Nelson of Montpelier; his wife, Anne Nelson; his daughter Betty and her husband Greg French of Worcester; his grandchildren Jordan and Amber French, and great grandson Mikah French of Worcester; his step-children, Ethan Tyrrell of Worcester, and Laura and her husband Jon Townsend of Worcester and their children Adrielle and Vivian. A native of High Point, Jerry was born on September 12, 1940 to the late Sam Reid Nelson and Inez Sams Nelson. An analyst told me I should develop that side of my personality. However, Frank Oz failed his draft physical, but since Nelson had just gotten his job, Oz chose to take some time off from performing and thereby allow Nelson to stay on with the Muppets. She loved him so much. The sticking point was the central mirror. He is also survived by his brother, Roger Nelson and wife Alice of San Antonio, nephews Marc and Sean Nelson; sister, Julia Nelson-Schunior, also of San Antonio, niece Kim Ambs; his mother and father-in-law, John and Camille Baumgartner of St Petersburg, Florida; several brothers and sisters-in-law, and many beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death in 2019 by his beloved wife, Kay. for a complete character gallery, see Jerry Nelson characters, 39 Years on a 40 Year Street: An Essay by Jerry Nelson, Sesame Street: A Celebration - 40 Years of Life on the Street, Peter Alexander prsentiert Spezialitten #10, Count It Higher: Great Music Videos from Sesame Street, Sing, Hoot & Howl with the Sesame Street Animals, Muppet Sing Alongs: Billy Bunny's Animal Songs, Elmo's Musical Adventure: Peter and the Wolf, Muppets from Space: The Making of Muppet Movie Magic, 1/17/1971 'Ed Sullivan Show - String Quartet' | Jim Henson's Red Book, ToughPigs.com 2009 interview with Jerry Nelson, Jim Henson's Red Book entry about Nelson's beginnings with the Muppets, Jessica Max Stein's obituary/memorial essay for Nelson, Halfway Down the Stairs fansite (archive.org), Nelson also wrote songs for Muppet productions: ", Kenneth Plume's 2000 interview with Nelson , The Muppet Mindset 2011 interview with Jerry Nelson . This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. After graduating from Victory High School in 1949, he served in the U.S. Army in the Big Red One Division, stationed in Germany. Nelson was often paired with Louise Gold in musical numbers, such as "Henrietta's Wedding" and "Your Feet's Too Big.". Plan Ahead | Jerry was born in Norfolk, Nebraska, on August 29th, 1934 to Harland and Georgie Sanders Nelson. Nelson continued to speak fondly of his performance opportunities in later years: I feel blessed to have worked on something that has become such an icon of the times. His other Muppet roles on that program were Herbert Birdsfoot, The Amazing Mumford, Herry Monster, Biff, Mr. Johnson, Simon Soundman, Mr. Chatterly, Frazzle, Little Jerry, and Sherlock Hemlock. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to: "American Legion Post 32" with "in memory of Jerry Nelson" or "Scholarship Fund" in the memo. | Mr. Nelson, an astronomer, helped design a telescope that has become a model for many advanced modern-day telescopes. On The Jim Henson Hour, he recurred as Beard and played various one-shots and prominent supporting roles in the one-shot specials. His notable recurring characters included Camilla the Chicken, Pops, Louis Kazagger, and Dr. Julius Strangepork. Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services - Highland Park. Add a Memory. I don't think he meant I should go around exploding everything -- just that I should give my emotions more freedom.. Jerry was very grateful for the "clan". LOS ANGELES (AP) Jerry Nelson, the puppeteer behind a menagerie of Muppet characters including Count von Count on "Sesame Street," died on Thursday at his home on Cape Cod. He also participated in exclusive DVD interviews for the first two seasons of Fraggle Rock and Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas.
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