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Bruce Nelson Obituary
West Jordan UT-After a hard fought battle with brain cancer, our devoted husband, father, grandfather, neighbor and friend, Bruce Edward Nelson passed away peacefully at home on January 17th, 2020 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on November 13, 1947 to Orrin and Maxine Nelson. He grew up in the South Cottonwood area where he developed a lifelong love of machines, trucks and all construction equipment. He graduated in 1966 from Granite High School where he was a member of the concert choir, madrigals, dance band and on the cheer squad. He went on to serve a mission for 30 months for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the Philippines. Upon returning, he began attending the University of Utah where he met his future eternal companion Danna Lee Burt. After enlisting in the army and spending 6 months in Fort Lee, Virginia, he returned on Danna's 21st Birthday and asked for her hand in marriage.
They were sealed for time and eternity in the Salt Lake Temple on January 29th, 1971 and were later blessed with five children.
He and his father started Nelson Trucking in 1970 and he continued working in the construction and trucking industry until the day he died. He enjoyed fishing, camping, Book of Mormon history, and attending his children and grandchildrens' extra-curricular activities. He and Danna spent the last 5 years serving an Inner-City Mission in Salt Lake County. He left a legacy of love and generosity for his fellowmen and most importantly for his family.
He is survived by his loving wife Danna, his children Benji (Tiffany), Jason (Tricia), Cody (Laurie), Danny (Hannah), Nikki (Jeff) and 31 precious grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday January 25, 2020 11:00 am at the West Jordan 19 Ward 2666 West 7000 South. Friends may call Friday at the Church from 6-8 pm and Sat 9:30 -10:30 at the Church, interment will be in the West Jordan City Cemetery 7825 South 1300 West.
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Albert Tautu
January 25, 2020
I want to express my sincere condolences to the Nelson family. I had the privilege of associating with Bruce through business as a rep for Quality Tires. However it was more enjoyable to visit and talk about life, the Gospel, and family. I was sad when told of Bruce's recent passing. I pray the Lord's blessings to be with each of you. God bless.
Jim & Julie Moore
January 23, 2020
Danna & Family please except our condolences on the passing of Bruce. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Jim & Julie Moore, Glendale,AZ
Richard Palmer
January 22, 2020
Sorry to hear about Bruce. R.F. Palmer, Akzo Salt Rep.
Nelson
January 20, 2020
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Tony & Susy Child
January 20, 2020
We send our sympathies. Bruce is a great example of a hard worker and serving his family. He will be missed. We wish each of you peace in dealing with our loss.
David Robinson
January 19, 2020
I extend my condolences to the family and friends. I have not seen Bruce in many years but always considered him a friend and admired him. I appreciated our friendship. A fine person to be respected always.
Michael Hale
January 19, 2020
Bruce was a great guy. Paradise will put him to work for his fellowmen, I'm sure.
Robert Alder
January 19, 2020
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