Shirley Theissen Obituary

We bid farewell to Shirley Theissen of Stillwater, Minnesota, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 10, 2025 at the age of 90. Shirley touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Leone Nielsen and George Nielsen; her former husband Bud Snyder; and her sister Georgie Norris. She is survived by: her husband Jacque Nelson; her sisters, Carol Taves and Ginny McRae; her brother-in-law Ed Norris; her nephew John Theissen (Katy); her daughter Kathy Freeman; her grandchildren, Jacob Liend and Kristen Pettee (Sean); and her great grandchildren, Jade, Autumn and Olivia. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.