Elli Nelson Obituary

The family of Elli Nelson of Veblen, South Dakota announces her passing on September 11, 2026. Elli, born on December 10, 1930, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Fritz Seidler and Maria Seidler (Guddat); her husband Johnny; her sisters, Hilde (Werner) and Helga; her in-laws, Cornar, Helen Nelson, Sherman Nelson (Anni), Cecil Nelson (Arlene), Jane Hammer (Arlin), Ruth Beitelspacher (Rueben) and Joy Godmere (Dick); her great grandchild Sophie Nelson; her nephews, Rick, Craig Godmere, Osmen and David Nelson; and her niece Debbie Nelson.

She is survived by: her children, Jerry (LaDona) of Veblen, Peter (Cheryl) of Claire City, Dennis (Laurie) of Greenbackville, VA and Heidi of Fargo, ND. She is also survived by seven grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; three step-great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

It was her mission to schedule as many people as possible to donate for this project near and dear to her heart.