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Jerry Nielsen Obituary
1967 - 2022
Bountiful, UT—Jerry Scott Nielsen, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away June 7, 2022, age 55, from medical complications. He was born May 14, 1967 to James R. Nielsen and Nancy A. Fullmer. Jerry married high school sweetheart, Teresa Colonno June 20, 1985. They had two beautiful daughters: Ashley Cowan (Ryan) and Brittany Anderson (Michael) and recently welcomed their first grandson, RD, at the end of November.
After graduating from South High School, Jerry joined the USAF/ANG and served for 9 years. He spent his professional career in trucking: Consolidated Freightways, USF Reddaway, with the last 12 years at FedEx Freight. He treasured the relationships he formed along the way.
Jerry was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He loved fishing, camping, golfing, and doing anything with family and friends. You could find him during football season watching the Utes and his beloved Dallas Cowboys. He loved coaching his daughters in softball and basketball. He was always happy and had an infectious laugh. Jerry gave the best hugs. His loving and generous memory will live on in his family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. He is survived by his wife, children, grandson, in-laws Joe and Ellen, siblings Marty (Robin), Robert (Brenda), Roman (Megan), Jenny, Lori (Jason), Dominic, Tina (Daniel), Drew (Athena) and numerous uncles, aunts, nephews and nieces.
Services will be held at Valley View Memorial Park & Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South West Valley City. The viewing will be Thursday, June 16 from 6:00-8:00pm. Graveside services will be Friday, June 17 at 11:00am with a luncheon to follow.
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Dc
July 28, 2022
Loved him like a brother which is is hard because no man is good enough for a sister to marry but he was one in a million and loved by me. I miss him and give true love to my sister and nieces and their families and pets for the good times. Love Dominic-PS I´LL Never go boating again out of respect for JERRY because he was the SKIPPER and without him it would not be right. LOVE DC
Barbara Scribner
June 25, 2022
I was saddened to hear of Jerry´s passing, and my thoughts are with you and your family.
Merrill Mower
June 24, 2022
Working beside and under the supervision of Jerry at USF he was always calm and cool in any stressful situation. Always relaxed and collected and could make us laugh for hours. Great man that I was honored to know and work beside. You will be dearly my friend. Love and prayers to all the family and friends.
Kim (Harris) Thronson
June 18, 2022
I was so sad to hear about Jerry´s passing. He was always so much fun to be around...great smile, sunny disposition, and a friend to all. I am so sorry for your loss, and I hope all of the wonderful memories you have of Jerry will get you through these difficult times.
Todd Valdez
June 16, 2022
This is so sad! I have known Jerry almost all my life from little League football and baseball. Jr. High and all through high school. I have so many fond memories of Jerry that I will for ever treasure. R.I.P. my brother. Much Love to the family!
samuel glaser
June 14, 2022
Our sincere condolences!
Sam Glaser
Kieffer Glaser
Skyler Glaser
Jean Glaser and Craig Payne
June 14, 2022
We send you all our love in this most difficult of times.
Charlene Taul (Aunt)
June 14, 2022
Please know that you are all in my heart and prayers.
Jennifer (Ellis) Lowe
June 14, 2022
I am just learning about the death of Jerry Scott, It breaks my heart to hear about this. He was one of my favorite cousins growing up and I have loads of great memories. I want his family to know that I am praying for them and I am sending love because I know that this is a hard loss for you all!
Doug Hailstone
June 13, 2022
My Heart goes out to the Nielsen family, I´m sorry for your loss, Jerry was a great friend had a lot of good times, you will be missed my friend..
Sam and Darla Cayias
June 13, 2022
I am so sorry to hear this. Jerry was a great guy and friend. I spent a good part of my childhood with the Nielsen family and was blessed to have them in my life. Please know Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Sam Nesi
June 12, 2022
So many great memories with you Jerry. Work, golf, family . My prays and thoughts go out to my cousin Teresa and the girls. Always a pleasure to be around you. Such a welcoming smile on your face all the time. You will be missed my friend.
Joanne Contreras Munoz
June 11, 2022
Condolences and prayers to the entire family. Jerry was an incredible person being our neighbor for years he was part of the group that was seen playing together and formed lifelong friendships. You will be missed. The Contreras Family
Michael Thomas
June 11, 2022
Jerry has always been such a good man! He always was a pleasure to bump into at the golf coarse or a restaurant and he always had a big smile on his face and was good for a great laugh. He will be greatly missed by many. RIP young/old friend
JOE&ELLEN Colonno
June 10, 2022
You r to young to say goodbye Jerry. Loved u like our son. U & Teresa gave us our first grandchildren Ash & BRITT. Two beautiful smart young ladies. We had a lot of fun family adventures over the years. We love and will miss u we have broken hearts over this. Say hi for us to your mom & dad luv U
Mike Caputo
June 10, 2022
It is with a very heavy , heavy heart I send my condolences to the Nielsen family We go way back to the childhood days of Glendale, you could say we were the original Sand Lot Kids! Growing up playing little league baseball, football and basketball . To his brothers giving us a ride in their van from walking home from South .To his dad driving the buss to our football games, we would brag that his dad was our good luck charm. Until we meet again my friend BLUE 52 ....BLUE 52.....
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