Marlene Thordis Nelson
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Messiah Lutheran Church
502 Kentucky Ave, Hoffman, MN 56339
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Marlene Nelson Obituary
Marlene Nelson, 93 of Alexandria, passed away at her home at Grand Arbor in Alexandria on Monday, February 2, 2026. Memorial services will be held on Monday, February 9, 2026 at Messiah Lutheran Church in Hoffman beginning at 11:00 AM, with a public visitation one hour prior to services. Burial will be at Solem Cemetery in Kensington following a funeral luncheon.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to Douglas County Historical Society, Messiah Lutheran Church, or other any other organization close to Marlene's heart are deeply appreciated by her family.
659 Voyager Drive NW, Alexandria, MN 56308
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Feb
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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Messiah Lutheran Church
502 Kentucky Ave, Hoffman, MN 56339
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11:00 a.m.
Messiah Lutheran Church
502 Kentucky Ave, Hoffman, MN 56339
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Anderson Funeral Home and CrematoryOnly 4 days left for delivery to next service.