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Larry Jay Nelson

01/15/1947 - 11/25/2022

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Obituary For Larry Jay Nelson

Larry Jay Nelson, 75, was born on January 15, 1947 in Bismarck, ND. He was living in Rapid City, SD and passed away on November 25, 2022 at Ft. Meade Medical Center of cancer. He worked as an electrician until his retirement and was a dedicated union member of the local 1250 IBEW. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and served in the Army while stationed in Germany.

He is survived by his life partner Ruth Englebert, their son Jesse Nelson, and three sisters: Shirley Smith, Verna Shelton, Betty Primm.

He was preceded in death by his parents Leo and Elener Nelson, his sister Nola Zimney, and nephew Shawn Wicks.

A memorial has been established to

IBEW Local 1250 922 1/2 E. St. Patrick Street Rapid City, SD 57701

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  • 04/08/2024

    Thanks for your service 🙏 👍 - Posted by A VETERAN on November 29, 2022

  • 04/08/2024

    Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you - Posted by Alan and Judy Binfet on December 1, 2022

  • 04/08/2024

    Ruth and Jesse our thoughts and prayers are with you. I will always remember the get togethers we shared during the rally week. Uncle Larry well always hold a special place in our hearts. - Posted by Kevin & Deb Smith on December 3, 2022

  • 04/08/2024

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Larry was a good union member and will be remembered for his dedication to a strong work ethic.He will truly be missed. The Officers and Members of Local 1250 - Posted by Randy Stainbrook on December 5, 2022

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