Richard Nelson Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Richard Nelson (Christine, North Dakota) is shared. Richard, born on October 21, 1947, passed away on August 16, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Nelson to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Donald Nelson and Teresa Nelson (Rippo); his sister Linda; his aunts, Lucille Nelson and Helen Brungard; and his sisters-in-law, Joan Ahonen and Lesley Gunness.
He is survived by: his wife Diane Gunness; his son Matthew (Sarah); his grandchildren, Liam, Madelynn and Charlie of Rogers, MN; his children, John (Jill), Miabella and Juliet of Grand Forks, ND; his siblings, Cia Nelson (Mel) of West Fargo, ND, Pam Hall (Gerry) of Tyler, TX and Brent Nelson (Laurel) of Fergus Falls, MN; and his cousin Kirk Brungard (Julie) of Battle Lake, MN. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews; and many cousins.
