Troy Nelson and his younger brother Andrew were almost inseparable. Near their home, there is a park bench on which they carved their initials as young boys. The Nelson brothers never married or had children. On Feb. 28, Andrew Nelson, who had been treated for cancer for years, went to feed the chickens and ducks that were gifts from Ms. Browne to her brothers. Just hours later, Troy Nelson, who was stricken with grief, took his own life.

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Persons: Troy Nelson, Andrew, Nelson, ” Evan Browne, Andrew Nelson, Browne Locations: Bremerton, Wash