Erik Charles Nielsen

West Des Moines

Erik Charles Nielsen entered eternal rest with our Lord and Savior on December 9th, 2014 after suffering a sudden brain aneurysm.

Erik was born in Des Moines, IA to Tim and Beth (Egan) Nielsen on September 2, 1994. He was a member of Sacred Heart Church, he attended Sacred Heart grade school, Dowling Catholic High School and was currently a sophomore at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN. He loved being a Tommie, but was a Hawkeye at heart.

Erik was a creative, compassionate man with a great sense of humor. He was a friend to many. He loved reading and learning, music, dancing and hanging out with family and friends. His infectious smile and laugh could warm anyone's heart. He was patient and kind, a great teacher to all. Inspired by love, his wish was to be an organ donor and through those gifts continues to share his life with others.

Erik is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Kenneth Nielsen and Robert Egan, and his uncle Kenny Nielsen. He is survived by his parents, brothers Jeff and Daniel, sisters Anna and Rebecca; grandmothers Therese Nielsen and Mary Egan; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

The family wishes to thank the University of St. Thomas personnel and the staff at Hennepin County Medical Center ICU for their care and support. A huge thanks to all the St. Thomas students who knew and loved Erik so very much. Also the Dowling Catholic community and Sacred Heart families who have been so loving, caring and supportive through this very difficult time.

A visitation will be held Friday, December 12th at St. Francis Church in West Des Moines from 4:00pm-8:00pm. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 13th at Sacred Heart Church in West Des Moines at 10am.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com

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Published by the Des Moines Register from Dec. 12 to Dec. 14, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Erik Nielsen

18 Entries

Gail Markley

December 15, 2014

May God hold you all in his arms to comfort you and assure you that your "angel" Erik is home and his cherished memories will live on

Kathy and Tom Faber

December 15, 2014

Tim and Beth,
Tom and I were not able to make to the services for Erik but we wanted to let you know our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. May you find peace that Erik is with the Lord in heaven and the many blessings Erik brought to your family and all of his friends.

Deb & Marty DeDecker

December 14, 2014

Tim and Beth, we are so very sorry to hear of Erik's passing. He was a wonderful young man, and you have so much to be proud of. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you go through these difficult days ahead.

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December 14, 2014

Tim & Beth,
Sending thoughts and prayers to your entire family at this time. May you find comfort in great memories of Erik.
Mike & K'Lynn Ludwig (Carroll, IA)

Steve & Susan Lydon

December 13, 2014

Tim, Beth and family,
We cannot imagine how you are feeling. Our prayers are with you.

December 13, 2014

You have our deepest and heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your son. May GOD GRANT YOU ALL SPECIAL STRENGTH AND FAITH TO ENDURE YOUR LOSS. GOD Bless You, Jim,Kathy&Jimmy Rehal, Sioux City, IA.

December 13, 2014

Tim and Beth

I was devastated to hear of your loss. From all accounts Erik was an incredible young man. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Jeff Tobin

Deanna Ingebretsen

December 12, 2014

My prayers are with you.

Lisa (Heirigs) Russell

December 12, 2014

Dear Tim and Beth,
My heart goes out to you. I am so very sorry. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tom Rief

December 12, 2014

Tim, Beth & the entire Nielsen Family; I am saddened to hear of Erik's passing and I am so sorry for your loss. I wish you peace, comfort and courage in the days ahead AND loving memories to forever hold Erik in your hearts.

Monica Hatz Aunan

December 12, 2014

Thoughts and prayers with your entire family at this extremely difficult time.

Jackie Foote

December 12, 2014

Beth and Tim, I was so sorry to hear this. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

john connair

December 12, 2014

Tim my prayers go out to you and your family

Rex Armstrong

December 12, 2014

Beth and Family, You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time.

Tony Rehal

December 11, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Erik is watching over you all in Heaven. May God bless all of you and your family at this very difficult time.

Janet Foss Dylla

December 11, 2014

Dear Tim , Beth and family- I am so very sorry for the sudden loss of your son Erik. You now have a very special angel watching over you from heaven. Peace and love- Janet Foss Dylla(SHS'78 & DHS '82)

Dr Stephen & Catherine Billion

December 11, 2014

We were so privileged to meet Erik the Saturday evening prior to his death. We immediately felt drawn to his joy, which he so generously shared with others.
We are praying for his happy repose in Heaven with Jesus and Mary, and for the comfort of Erik's parents, family and all who loved/knew him.

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