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OFELIA NIELSEN Obituary

NIELSEN, OFELIA Feb. 3, 1915, to Oct. 5, 2010 Ofelia Nielsen, who cherished life, her family and her friends, died at the age of 95. Born in Managua, Nicaragua, Ofelia was a long time resident of San Diego and a member of the St. Brigid's Parish in Pacific Beach for 58 years. She is preceded in death by her son, Svend T. Nielsen. Ofelia is survived by her daughter Ellen Nielsen-Grabbe of Poway, her son Carl K. Nielsen of San Diego, four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Friday, October 15th, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Brigid's Parish, 4735 Cass St in Pacific Beach, San Diego, 92109. In lieu of flowers, donations to organizations benefiting the homeless such as St. Vincent de Paul Village, are appreciated.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Oct. 13, 2010.

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Todd and Vanessa Grabbe

October 15, 2010

We were sad to hear of the passing Ofelia. Even though it has been several years since we saw her last, we will always remember her kindness, generosity, and smile. Every time we saw her, she greeted us with a big kiss and hug. She always treated my wife and I as part of her family.

Our sympathy goes out to her family. She was a great mother, grandmother, and friend, and we know she will be greatly missed.

Wendy Mariani

October 14, 2010

Ofelia was part of our family for 28 years. There was no one else I would trust to love and care for my children and home. We are all feeling a great loss and our hearts go out to her family love Wendy, Karen,Bruce,Ricky, Lyndsay
Melissa, and KC. We love you "Filly"

Infinite Love

October 13, 2010

Pita, We love you...Miss you... and will smoochie you again one day. We know you are with us in our hearts forever. Thank you for being our Pita and enjoying life with us. Your Great-Grandsons, "The Lil Brothers" (Cole & Dylan).

October 13, 2010

Abuelita, thank you for loving my family and me. We are grateful to have loved, lived, and laughed with you on numerous occassions. You will be in our hearts..." for infinity and beyond" (Buzz Lightyear and the Lil" Brothers). Always Your Granddaughter, Audra.

October 13, 2010

Mom,You were a special lady and all that met you thought highly of you. Travel in peace and keep us safe.
Love your daughter
Ellen Nielsen-Grabbe

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