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Dwight Nielsen Obituary

Nielsen, Dwight EAST GREENBUSH Dwight Nielsen, 65 of East Greenbush, died peacefully Monday, February 8, 2021, in Florida, surrounded by family. Dwight was born on April 11, 1955, in Albany, the beloved son of the late John and Marie (Noonan) Nielsen. Dwight grew up in Albany with his vibrant and devoted band of siblings, Dona Marie (Bill) Munro, Kitty (Bruce) Clark, Jack (Sylvia) Nielsen, AnnMarie Nielsen (Ed), and Walter (Lori) Nielsen. Dwight graduated from Milne High School in 1974, was a U.S. Marine Corps. veteran, railroad engineer, proud member of the BLE, member of the Eagles Post, and an actively curious reader of history. Most importantly, though, Dwight was married to the love of his life, Helen Nielsen, for 45 years; was the deeply proud father of John (Amber) and Eric Nielsen; and the adoring grandfather of Kylie and Jack Nielsen. Dwight is additionally survived by a cadre of loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. Dwight and Helen were able to experience their dream of retiring in Florida by moving to Port Charlotte in 2019. Dwight's dry, sarcastic wit, his indomitable spirit, and his fierce love for his family will live on in all that knew and loved him. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a memorial service will be held in East Greenbush at a later date.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Feb. 12, 2021.

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Sandy Davis

June 25, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Dwight. He was a good guy with a sense of humor and I will always remember him. RIP my childhood friend.

John Marsolais

February 18, 2021

May you rest in peace my classmate Milne 1974. You did well my friend. My sympathies to the entire family.

Hayden J. Vredenburg

February 14, 2021

Heartfelt prayers and condolences to "Ike's" family. I had the pleasure of working with Ike on Conrail and CSX and have many fond memories of him, too many to mention here! Let it be said, he was a fine man and you should all be very proud of him. May God have mercy on his soul.

Judy DeSapio

February 14, 2021

My deepest sympathies to you Helen, and to your family as well. May your husband Rest In Peace

Kevin & Debby Hicks

February 13, 2021

So sorry for your loss, he will be missed by all who remember his wit and his good nature. His love for his family was always evident and his friendship will be remembered by all who had the pleasure of his company.

Cindy Monaghan (Hough)

February 13, 2021

Dear Helen,
Decades later I mourn for your loss. What great friends you and Dwight were to me all wonderful memories:)
With love and best memories,
Cindy

William Jasper

February 12, 2021

I knew Dwight in my early teens...and a bit later in life saw him a few times. He was a good, kind, witty, decent man. I offer my sympathies to all his family and friends.

Eileen Keegan

February 12, 2021

So sorry to hear about Dwight. I remember when he was born. Thoughts and prayers to the whole Nielsen family.

Cecilia Leonard

February 12, 2021

So sorry to hear about Dwight's passing. Mt thoughts & prayers to all the family.

Dino Patelos

February 12, 2021

May his memory be Eternal.
Many years of friendship between us my friend.

Mary-Jo Ehrlich

February 12, 2021

Dear Family,
Your heartache is shared by all who knew and loved your brother. Dwight brought his sense of humor to every occasion. He will forever be missed. Our hearts are with you all at this time, especially Annie and Ed.

Jack and Carole Stevens

February 12, 2021

We are heartbroken over Dwight´s passing! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. When we think of Dwight, we picture him as we used to see him, always smiling and so friendly! His loss is such a tragedy and too soon! Please know that we are thinking of you, Helen, John and Eric, and the entire Nielsen family.
With our love and deepest condolences. Jack and Carole

Marjorie Nelson

February 12, 2021

Helene and family.
I'm so sorry to hear of Dwight's passing. Sending sincere condolences and prayers to all of you during this time.

Vince and Chris Reo

February 12, 2021

We have very fond memories of Dwight. His sense of humor, his love of his family and friends and his outgoing personality made him an exceptional person. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

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