Theodore Joseph Nilssen

I have thought of Ted now and then since his passing. I reflect back now and am reminded how it was such a joy to interact with Ted because of his seriousness yet with humor. You are remembered.

When I started at E&B it was Ted who I worked with one on one to get pipe to his drilling rig. His no non-nonsense way of getting things done I so appreciated. I always knew exactly where I stood with Ted due to his honesty and meeting things head on in a most calming way. I am still sending pipe to the rigs and think of him now and then. It was an honor to share same goals with him. And to Jean - thank you for the anchor you were in his life. Is it not said "Behind every great man,...

Jeanie and family,
We know that you all will miss Ted very much in your lives. We saw him at family reunions and on occcasion when we visited family in Bakersfield. He was always friendly and unassuming but loved to pick up the tab at the restaurant! Jeanie, you have that same trait, hard to pay for a meal in Bakersfield. Your mother Emma loved Ted too and often spoke of him in her notes to us.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you! He was a wonderful man and we...

Thank you, Ted, for the wonderful memories I have of when you were dating my sister, and I was one of her tag-along siblings, and of when you were my brother-in-law. I have always pictured you, and will continue to remember you, presiding over a feast-laden table, as the happy host.

April, Andrew, Jean and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

With much love,
Mary-Alice (Tobin) Bermingham and Mike Borenstein

Well Ted....
You old war dog, what can I say. You Sir, now have the time to start are own SOAR in the OLD MAN'S backyard. I have so many memories of us, and other members of SOA forming together in Las Vegas. Well Gun fighter. Stay off the trail, Keep your powder dry, and if you need Attorneys and Ammo....Just HOLA, because I will meet with you soon.
PS. IF, JEAN NEEDS ANYTHING....SHE HAS THE CONTACT INFO. LOVE YOU, BRO STAY IN TOUCH.
Semper Fi

Well Ted....
You old war dog, what can I say. You Sir, now have the time to start are own SOAR in the OLD MAN'S backyard. I have so many memories of us, and other members of SOA forming together in Las Vegas. Well Gun fighter. Stay off the trail, Keep your powder dry, and if you need Attorneys and Ammo....Just HOLA, because I will meet with you soon.
PS. IF, JEAN NEEDS ANYTHING....SHE HAS THE CONTACT INFO. LOVE YOU, BRO STAY IN TOUCH.
Semper Fi

Jeanie, we are so sorry that Ted is gone. I think of him and remember his great smile and quiet humor. And I remember that your Mom often said "Ted is such a good man". What better tribute than the admiration of your mother-in-law.
Love, Ed & Audrey

Ted was a quiet man who had discipline, pride and dignity. Many of us were unaware of his humor; his kindness and warm heart because he didn't openly express and talk about his accomplishments. However, I knew Ted was a good man and he had a good marriage to Jean. Some people have the indescribable aura that tells you what kind of life they have without saying a word. I am the lucky one who got to know Ted and Jean. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Jean. Christy Swatzell,...

Dear Nilseen Family - I had the pleasure of working directly with Ted Nilseen from 2008 to 2011. As said, he was a quite person. But still he would slip in my office or me his and we would fit in a short conversation here and there, some work related some not, that I will always remember. I am glad I had the opportunity to know him and work with him. He has been missed and will be missed as he was an important part of the E&B family. God Bless and may you all find strength through your...