Ray Nielsen's obituary , Passed away on September 26, 2025 in Glenwood, Arkansas

Ray Nielsen

January 16, 1939 - September 26, 2025 (86 years old)

Glenwood, Arkansas

Ray Nielsen's obituary , Passed away on September 26, 2025 in Glenwood, Arkansas

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Smith Family Funeral Homes

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Ray Nielsen

January 16, 1939 - September 26, 2025 (86 years old)

Glenwood, Arkansas

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Ray Nielsen Obituary

The passing of Ray Nielsen (Glenwood, Arkansas) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on September 26, 2025 at the age of 86. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ray Nielsen or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

As Ray departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Ray. Though Ray may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Leo John Nielsen and Sara Nielsen (Ruby); his wife Judith Nielsen; his son Raymond Nielsen; his son-in-law Johnnie Anderson; and his grandson Nolan Anderson.

He is survived by: his children, Rick (Shawna Nielsen) and Susan Anderson of Kirby; his grandchildren, Alese Nielsen of Nashville, TN and Ryan (Breanna Nielsen); and his great grandchildren, Roman Nielsen of Edmond, OK and Havan Nielsen of Edmond, OK.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith Family Funeral Homes



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209 N 3rd St, Glenwood, AR 71943

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