David Wayne Nelson Obituary
In loving memory of David Wayne Nelson of Grand Forks, North Dakota, born in Williston, North Dakota, who departed this world on January 23, 2026 at the age of 74. David leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of David Wayne Nelson to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ralph Nelson and Olga Nelson of Williston, ND; and his brothers, Jerry, Michael, Takafumi Hirose, Elwood Adams and Jon Bjorland.
He is survived by: his wife Sherri Nelson; his son Matthew Nelson; his daughter-in-law Jenny Wolf; his grandchildren, Graham and Cora; his son Stephen Nelson; his daughter-in-law Joanna Handzlik; and his sisters, Mary Ann Richardson of Kemp, TX and Laurie Flexhaug of Williston, ND. He is also survived by cousins, in-laws, nieces, and nephews.
In lieu of flowers or other gifts, the family asks for donations to the GRIN2B Foundation (https://grin2b.com) in honor of Graham Nelson.
