Richard L Nelson

August 18, 1944 - July 22, 2025 (80 years old)

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Richard L Nelson

August 18, 1944 - July 22, 2025 (80 years old)

Williston, North Dakota

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Richard L Nelson Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard L Nelson of Williston, North Dakota, who passed away on July 22, 2025 at the age of 80. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Bennie Nelson and Anna Nelson (Stangeland); his significant other Margo Claycomb; his son Barry Nelson; and his siblings-in-law, Jean Nelson and Lyle White.

He is survived by: his friends, Red, King Richard, Columbo, Professor, Governor and Richard; his children, Rianna Brunelle (Adam) of Williston, ND, Cindy Wolery (Michael) of Windsor, CO and Eric Nelson (Kara) of Williston, ND; his siblings, David Nelson of Williston, ND, Carol White of Williston, ND and Mary Engelbrecht (Dale) of Williston, ND; and his grandchildren, Kasey Franklin (Sam), AJ Brunelle, Rylin Brunelle, Emma Worley, Liam Wolery, Addison Nelson and Thor Nelson.

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July 26, 2025

Sue Redalen wrote a sympathy message

“RIP Richard. 🙏 You were one of a kind and touched so many hearts. You will be missed by all who were lucky enough to know you. ❤️❤️❤️.”

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July 28

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Everson-Coughlin Funeral Home and Cremation Services
112 4th St E, Williston, ND 58801

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July 28

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Everson-Coughlin Funeral Home and Cremation Services
112 4th St E, Williston, ND 58801

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July 29

Funeral service

Riverview Cemetery
916 Main St, Williston, ND 58801

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July 29

Graveside service

Riverview Cemetery
815 9th Ave W, Williston, ND 58801

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