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Richard LaMont Nelson
Oct 28, 1942 -Nov 25,2019
Richard LaMont Nelson passed away on November 25, 2019 after suffering a cardiac arrest. He died peacefully with loved ones near his side. He leaves behind his beloved wife Alaine, daughters Valerie (Bill) Russell, Amee (Aaron) Denny, Kelene (James) Baxter, 12 grandchildren, one great-grandson and many close friends and associates.
Richard was born October 28, 1942 to June and Winifred Nelson in Los Angeles California. He was raised in Brigham City Utah where he attended Box Elder High School and was a member of the class of 1960. He made many great memories in high school and made many lifelong friends. He attended Weber State College and Utah State University and received his bachelor's degree from Utah State University. He later sat for the CPA exam and became a Certified Public Accountant.
Richard married his high school sweetheart Alaine Halling June 26, 1964 in the Logan Utah Temple. Packing up a green Chevy with all their earthly possessions they moved to Southern California and Richard began his career as a banker. While in California they enjoyed long car rides and visits to the beach and learned to rely on each other. But they were anxious to return to be near family in Utah and Richard accepted jobs with North Davis Bank, later Commercial Security Bank and then Key Bank. He retired as President of Key Bank in 1998. Following his banking career he worked for the Larry H. Miller Group as President of the Automotive Divison until 2009.
Richard had many interests. He was an avid snowmobiler and loved the speed and freedom of flying down a snowy road or climbing a steep hill. He made many lasting friendships thru snowmobiling. He loved old cars and restored a 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air and a 1959 Chevrolet Corvette to original pristine condition. He spent many weekends in Lake Powell and later Bear Lake boating and waterskiing with friends and family. He taught many teenagers the fine art of slalom skiing. He loved taking his grandchildren out on the boat with their friends and took pleasure in giving them a tube ride they would never forget. Spending time with his family at Bear Lake was always a great pleasure. Family was the most important thing to him.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents June Lamont Nelson and Winifred Phillips. He is survived by one sister Patricia McGuire and one brother Phillips (Karla) Nelson and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 30, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Canyon Woods Ward Chapel, 1085 North 50 East, Kaysville, Utah. Friends may visit family Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Lindquist's Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Road, Layton, Utah and Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the church.
In lieu of flowers take your family to dinner and leave the waitress a big tip, to continue his legacy.
Interment, Mantua City Cemetery.
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Sorry for the late response:
Richard was one of the most important people in my life.
While he certainly was my Boss and I was always respectable of that he also was my friend. That is a tough combination but we pulled it off. He was my Mentor---It's tough climbing the Corporate ladder with out one. I worked hard to succeed at the Bank but Richards council and help was crucial to the success I achieved. I cherish the fond memories both Business related and on a personal level.
Best wishes to Alaine and Family.
Lynn Barney
Lynn Barney
Work
December 30, 2022
Richard was the truest of friends. For over 20 years since I worked for him at Larry Miller he has been a constant in my life. Always checking in, and cheering me on. I will miss his voice asking How are you. I loved to hear him talk of his amazing wife and daughters. He loves them so dearly. I will forever be grateful that I was blessed with his friendship, and am heartbroken at his passing. My deepest condolences to his family. He was one of a kind.
Gabrielle Harris
February 10, 2020
Alaine, my dear Temple Friend, I am So sorry for the passing of ur eternal sweetheart. You're in my heart and prayers.
Chris Maynor
Friend
December 8, 2019
He was such a nice man I enjoyed our conversations when he would check into our hotel
Melissa Labra
Friend
December 4, 2019
I was so sorry to read this in Lindquist Mortuary obituaries Sat. evening. I did not know that he was ill. I am so sorry Alaine. My prayers are with you.
Love, Evelyn Call
December 2, 2019
My deepest sympathies to Alaine and the family of Richard.
Back when we called him "Dick" Nelson at CSB, I certainly enjoyed working with him. Lots of great memories.
Thinking of you at this incredibly tough time!
Gary Birdsall
December 2, 2019
Richard did so much for Utah State University as an alumnus and a Trustee. He had his fingers on so many pulses , that he advised university leaders with wisdom and patience. I certainly enjoyed being with him and watching his ability to stay on point, get to the point, and then reach conclusions. That is hard to do with university personnel. Ricard helped us establish the foundation for the university's future and his lasting question was "Will this make it better for students." When our grandson married his grand daughter, Hanna, it cemented our friendship. We will certainly miss him.
Ross and Kay Peterson
Ross and Mary Kay Peterson
Friend
December 1, 2019
Dear Alaine, I was sorry to hear about Richard. Strange that the two buddies of snowmobiling passed about the same time. We had a lot of fun when we went snowmobiling with the group. It just seems strange that they are gone. I pray for your family that they can be comforted. My family sends their love. Cheryl Tarbet
Cheryl Tarbet
Friend
November 30, 2019
Dear Alaine and family... so sorry about Richard. I have many fond memories of you all through our years together in the old 5th Ward. It's always hard to lose those you love... Best wishes to you all ... Love, Dorothy Poulsen
Dorothy Poulsen
November 29, 2019
Alaine, our hearts go out to you and your family. we will cherish some 40 years of a wonderful friendship with you and Dick. Dave and Julie Bronson.
David Bronson
November 28, 2019
Alaine, our best thoughts to you and your family. Richard will be missed.
George Redd
November 27, 2019
Charles Barney
November 26, 2019
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