Shirley M. Nielsen Obituary
The memory of Shirley M. Nielsen of Minden, Nebraska, who passed away on January 30, 2026 at the age of 91, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Alfred Juranek and Anna Juranek (Mazel); her husband Herbert Nielsen; and her siblings, James Juranek, LaVern Juranek, Virgil Juranek (Dean), Maxine Morgan (Edward), Phyllis Sorensen (Marlin) and Lela Frerichs.
She is survived by: her children, Lonney Nielsen (Suzanne) of Minden and Valerie Shepherd (Bruce) of Minden; her grandchildren, Danielle Nielsen (Scott Bonneau), Chris Nielsen, Kirk Nielsen (Machaela), Alex Nielsen (Ali), Brittney Shepherd and Kelsey Jorgensen (Justin); her great grandchildren, Tessa, Logan, Cole Nielsen, Barry Nielsen, Augie Nielsen, Kyren, Natalie, Reah, Isla Jorgensen and Emerson Shepherd; and her siblings-in-law, Clyde Frerichs and Lora Juranek. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended relatives and close friends.
