Bronze Star Memorials: Remembering the life, death and legacy of Donald Clifford Nelson.
Donald Clifford Nelson passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on July 29, 2021. He was born January 13, 1926 near Dallas, South Dakota to Clifford and Vera (Usher) Nelson. The third of four sons who grew up on ranches in north central Nebraska, Don enjoyed working with animals, especially horses. After graduating Valedictorian from Stuart HS in 1944, he joined the Army and served in combat during WWII, mainly in the Philippines. His military service resulted in...
