Alphabetical Alumni
Nelson, Daisy M.

Nelson, Daisy M.
American Fork, Utah US

Daisy Nelson

BYH Class of 1905. Daisy M. Nelson of American Fork, Utah, a Commercial student. BYU [& BYH] Class of 1905 Listing of BYH Normal, High School, Commercial, Music & Arts and Industries Graduates, Catalogues & Announcements, for 30th Academic Year, 1905-1906, p. 176.

Nelson, Dewey
Pleasant Grove, Utah US

Dewey Nelson

Class of 1946 ~ Honorary. Dewey Nelson. His name and photograph appear with the senior class in the 1946 Wildcat yearbook, but his name does not appear on the graduation list in the 1946 Graduation Program. ~ ~ ~ ~ HI~~! I can tell you something about Dewey Nelson, Class of 1946. One of his older sisters, Charlotte, married one of my older brothers, James Richardson, in the Manti Temple, 9 Dec 1942 (which also happened to be my 14th birthday). At the time James was a Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force, and an instructor of flight training, stationed in Lincoln, Nebraska. He and Charlotte Nelson had met a year earlier when both of them were singing in the Tabernacle Choir. Charlotte was working in SLC at the time of their marriage. I was the youngest in our family and the only one left at home in 1942. We had moved up from Sacramento, Calif., the previous February, and were living on a farm 3 miles north of Pleasant Grove, next to the Manila Ward Chapel. (Today, 1 mile to the West of it is the Mt. Timpanogos Temple.) I remember my parents and I driving down to Chester, where Charlotte Nelson's family then lived on a farm, several miles NW of Manti, and staying with them three nights, before and after the wedding. That's when I first met Dewey, who was a few months older than I, and his sister, Ruth, about two years younger. My most memorable time there was learning to ice skate on a frozen pond near their house, using a pair of Ruth's buckle/clamp-on skates, and pushing an old wooden kitchen chair around on the ice for balance! Since I'd been raised in "sunny California". I'd never had a chance to learn before. Dewey's folks decided to send him up to Provo for his senior year in high school, so that's how he ended up at BYHS in September 1945. I had not seen him since the wedding in Dec. 1942, so didn't recognize him at first. Also, he had a very large cast on his leg and ankle and was on crutches! But he recognized me somehow, since his folks had corresponded with mine and told them that he would be there in Provo. We were never more than casual friends, and never even had a date together. I just remember him as being a nice guy and sort of bashful around girls! My brother, James, and his wife, Charlotte, Dewey's sister, had also moved to Provo, where James was attending BYU on the GI Bill. I was living with them, as Charlotte was not very well and needed some help. Their two little kiddies, were Sylvia born in September 1943, and Robert in August 1945. So I had a full schedule that senior year, with a load of classwork, plus helping Charlotte after school and on weekends. My years in the Pleasant Grove schools had not been happy ones, so I was glad to be able to attend BYHS. The next (and last time) I saw Dewey Nelson after graduation was in June 2002, in the Salt Lake Temple. He was there with his wife attending a wedding for Robert Richardson, the son of James and Charlotte Richardson. Robert had made a career of the Army, spent two tours in Viet Nam and more than 15 years in Germany. He married a German girl, with whom he had a daughter, before they were finally divorced. After a couple of years he was discharged and came back to the USA, settling in the Salt Lake Valley. After chatting with Dewey Nelson after the session he introduced me to his wife, and said they were living in Pleasant Grove then. I didn't get any further information about him, or what he'd been doing all the intervening years since graduation! I'm sure if you contacted him he would write down a short history of his life. Here is the phone number for Charlotte and James Richardson, who now live in West Jordan, Utah: 801-208-8824. If you want to call them, I'm sure Charlotte would be able to give you Dewey's phone number. Hang in there --- Carol Alexander, BYH Class of 1946, Panama City Beach, FL, September 2005.

Nelson, Dorothy

Nelson, Dorothy
Provo, Utah US

Dorothy &Don/Asahel Candland-Woodruff

Faculty & Staff, BYU Training School. Dorothy Candland Woodruff passed away on July 31, 1996 in Los Gatos, California. She was born, December 1, 1909, Provo, Utah, the daughter of Nels Lars Nelson and Maud Nelson. She grew up in Provo and Downey, Idaho. At the age of 18, she started teaching school in Byron, Wyoming, and the rest of her professional life was devoted to education. She married Don Charles Candland on December 29, 1939 in the Salt Lake Temple, and they lived in Madison, Wisconsin. They had four children, Linda Ruth Webb; Don Stuart Candland; Michael Nelson Candland; and Christine Stephens. Her husband, Don, died on February 14, 1946 and she returned with her young family to Provo, where she was principal of the BYU Elementary School and taught at BYU. While teaching and raising her family, she continued her education and in 1953 was awarded a Doctorate in Education from Stanford University. For four years she was Director of Curriculum for the West Covina School District in California and then joined the faculty of the University of Oregon where, as a Professor of Education, she taught Early Childhood Education. In 1964 she joined a U.S.A.I.D. team from the University of Utah and for four years was head of the Elementary Eduction Department at the Haile Sellasie I University in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. After returned from Ethiopia, she served on the Primary General Board. On March 13, 1972 she married Asahel Woodruff of Salt Lake City and immediately gained a wonderful new family. Asahel and Dorthy served a mission as director to the Visitor's Center at the Hill Cumorah in Palmyra, New York, where both were active in the local community. In latter years she volunteered her services at the Primary Children's Medical Center. A great and nobel woman and always a loving and caring mother and grandmother. Dorothy's entire life was characterized by devotion to her family, education of the young, and service to her church and community. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, August 6, 1996 in Salt Lake City. The family requested that donations in her memory be made to the Primary Children's Medical Center. [Deseret News, Sunday, August 4, 1996.]

Nelson, Doug

Doug Nelson

Class of 1972. Doug Nelson. Class Social Chair. [Need middle initial, current location.] [TM]

Nelson, Ellwood

Ellwood Nelson

Class of 1944. Ellwood Nelson.

Nelson, Elmer E.

Nelson, Elmer E.

Elmer Nelson

Class of 1914. Elmer Nelson. Graduated in 1914 from Brigham Young High School, Music Department. Source 1: 1914 BYU Banyan, BYH section, pp. 84-89. ~ ~ ~ ~ Class of 1914. Almer Nelson [actually Elmer]. He received a BYH Music Diploma in 1914. Source 2: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 6, page 332. ~ ~ ~ ~ Elmer E. Nelson was born on September 16, 1895 in Provo, Utah. His parents were Peter Nelson and Helen Sundberg Nelson. Elmer married Birdie Buchanan. Elmer E. Nelson died on December 25, 1971 in Provo, Utah. His interment, Provo City Cemetery.

Nelson, Erven J.
4915 Bonita Bay Dr
St. George, Utah 84790-4881 US

Erven and Frankie Nelson
  • Cell: Erven: 435-773-5751
    Frankie: 435-773-5750
  • Home: (435) 272-4476

Class of 1948. Erven J. Nelson. Football 2, 3. Basketball 3. Tennis 3. Letterman 2, 3. Thespian 2, 3. "Our Town" play 2. ~ ~ ~ ~ Erven married Frankie. Alternate email addresses: ejnellie1948@aol.com & ejnellie@catapulsion.net & fj@sunrivertoday.com (See his photo on Class of 1949 reunion page for 2003.) ~ ~ ~ ~ Dr. Erven J. Nelson ~ ~ ~ ~ @2011

Nelson, H. David [Horace David]

Nelson, H. David [Horace David]
Idaho Falls, Idaho US

H. David & Doris G. Nelson

Faculty & Staff. 20th Principal of BY High School, serving from 1962 to 1964. H. David Nelson [Horace David Nelson], was born in 1926 to Horace Jacob Nelson and Etta Lavern Goates Nelson. The Nelson family lived in LaGrande, Oregon for 55 years. H. J. and Etta Nelson had three children: a daughter: Etta Mae Nelson who married William L. Thomson, Jr. [West Valley City, Utah]; and two sons: Ralph Glen Nelson who married Sharon [Lindon, Utah]; and Horace David Nelson who married Doris G. [Idaho Falls, Idaho]. ~ ~ ~ ~ H. David Nelson earned his junior college certificate from Eastern Oregon University in 1948, followed by his bachelor’s in 1952 and master’s in 1954. He attended BYU in 1962. ~ ~ ~ ~ HIS OBITUARY: H. David Nelson, 87, of Idaho Falls, passed peacefully from this life Monday, February 11, 2013, surrounded by loving family. He was born January 18, 1926, in La Grande, Oregon, to H. Jacob Nelson and Etta Goates Nelson. He was the oldest of three children and attended schools in La Grande. He received his B.S. and Master of Education degrees from Eastern Oregon University. David served honorably during World War II as a radar specialist in the U.S. Navy, where he formed lifelong friendships. He was happy to serve his country and later was a key organizer of reunions with his fellow shipmates from the USS Freestone. After service to his country came to an end, he chose to serve the Lord as an LDS missionary in South Africa from 1949 to 1951. David married his eternal sweetheart, Doris L. Godfrey, on August 12, 1953, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. They lived in Pendleton, Oregon, where he taught school. They then moved to Ammon, Idaho, where he worked in administrative roles in District 93. They later moved to Provo, Utah, where he was principal of BYU High School, and then returned to Idaho Falls to work for District 91 in various administrative positions, where he retired in 1991. He enjoyed working with high school students and is fondly remembered by many of them. After retirement, he worked as a student-teaching supervisor for BYU-Idaho, ISU, Lewis and Clark State College and BYU. David had many interests but was most passionate about the magnificent gardens he grew every summer. His greatest joy was his family. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and actively served in various positions at both the ward and stake levels. He and his beloved wife greatly enjoyed serving an LDS mission together in the South Africa Johannesburg Mission. David is survived by his wife of 59 years, Doris; and their five children, CarolAnn Nelson(Neal) Clinger of Idaho Falls, Brent (Laurie) Nelson of Nampa, Idaho, Linda Nelson (Greg) Harvey of West Des Moines, Iowa, Janet Nelson (Tyrie) Barrott of Idaho Falls and Diane Nelson (Kelly) Kunz of Murray, Utah; 17 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and his brother, Ralph G. Nelson of Lindon, Utah. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Mae Thomson. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 16, 2013, at the Idaho Falls 31st Ward, 1165 Azalea Drive, Idaho Falls, Idaho. Interment, Ammon, Idaho Cemetery. The family suggests that contributions may be made to the LDS Missionary Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.coltrinmortuary.com [Idaho Falls Idaho Post Register, February 14, 2013]

Nelson, Helen

Nelson, Helen

Helen Nelson

Class of 1918. Helen Nelson. She received a BYH Normal Degree in 1918. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 78.

Nelson, Janice
3214 N University Avenue, Box 603
Provo, Utah 84604 US

Janice and Jim Moyle
  • Work: (801) 221-1211

Class of 1956. Janice Nelson. Varsity Cheerleader. French Club, Pep Club Co-Director of Marching, Shorthand Club, Wildcat Yearbook Index Editor, Chorus, Twirlers, Exchange Assembly, Junior Prom Committee. ~ ~ ~ ~ Janice attended BYU for her freshman year in college, 1956-1957, where she was a member of O. S. Trovata. She then attended the University of Utah, 1957-1960, where she was a member of the Pi Beta Phi Sorority. She graduated from the U of U in 1960 with a BS in Elementary Education, then taught the fifth grade at Hawthorne Elementary school in Salt Lake City for the 1960-1961 school year. In March of 1962, she married James H. Moyle in the Salt Lake Temple. They are the parents of five; James, Nelson, Melissa, Matthew, Catherine and, so far, the grandparents of thirteen. Janice and Jim resided in Salt Lake City for forty plus years where Jim owned and operated United Oil Company, which consisted of a string of service stations and tire stores. This business was sold in 1977, and Jim became a real estate broker and investor. In 1966, Janice joined the Salt Lake Junior League and, over the years, has been involved in a significant amount of volunteer work. Jim went back to school in 1988 where he certified to teach languages and then taught at the Junior High level for six years. Languages have been a hobby and he is fluent in five. Janice worked for the Rick Warner Ford Foundation, 1996-1998, teaching “at-risk” students to read music and play piano, which was part of a study as to whether reading music helps children with math and science. Janice and Jim served an LDS couples mission to France from 2000-2002. In 2003, following discovery that Jim was suffering with Parkinson’s disease, they moved to Provo, Utah to be near their oldest son. @2006

Nelson, Jesselyn
338 South 300 West
Helper, Utah 84526-1511 US

Jesselyn Pugliese
  • Work: (435) 472-5266

Class of 1955. Jesselyn Nelson. Band, Banner Carrier, Pep Club, Notre Maison, Type Team, Shorthand Club. Married _______ Fain/Jensen and he died in 1983. They had two children: Kristy Fain and Richard Jensen. Married Jim Pugliese, and he has three children -- five between them.

Nelson, Joseph (1882-83-84-90)

Nelson, Joseph (1882-83-84-90)
Moroni, Utah US

Joseph Nelson

BY Academy High School Class of 1882, 1883, 1884 and 1890. Joseph Nelson of Moroni, Utah. Graduated June 16, 1882 with Mercantile Bookkeeping certificate. 21 members of the Class of 1882 are mentioned. Source 1: Deseret Evening News, June 19, 1882. Source 2: Territorial Enquirer, June 21, 1882. ~ ~ BYA High School Class of 1883. Joseph Nelson of Moroni, Utah. Graduated Friday, June 15, 1883, with a Normal diploma. Source: Territorial Enquirer, Friday, June 15, 1883. Also received a Bookkeeping certificate, a Mathematics certificate, and a Physics certificate, on Friday, June 15, 1883. Source: Territorial Enquirer, Friday, June 15, 1883. ~ ~ BY Academy High School Class of 1884. Joseph Nelson. Graduated Friday, June 13, 1884, with a Normal diploma. Source: Territorial Enquirer, Friday, June 13, 1884. ~ ~ BY Academy High School Class of 1884. Joseph Nelson received a certificate of proficiency in Political Science. Source: Territorial Enquirer, Friday, June 13, 1884. BY Academy High School Class of 1890. Joseph Nelson, Bookkeeping. Source: Utah Enquirer, May 23, 1890. ~ ~ Question: Is there more than one Joseph Nelson involved at BYA during these years?

Nelson, Joseph B. (1956)
2163 Borg Drive
Sandy, Utah 84092 US

Joe and Ann Nelson
  • Work: 801-942-1889

Class of 1956. Joseph B. Nelson. Interpretive Speech, Childrens Theater, French Club, Radio Physics Club President, Thespians, Chorus, Soph Ball Committee, Junior Prom Committee, Senior Hop Committee. BYU BS Accounting 1967. Married Ann. Alternate email: joenann@comcast.net ~ ~ ~ ~ Since leaving high school, Joe has spent five and one-half years in Germany. He married Carol Soper, graduated from BYU and went to work for Caterpillar Tractor Company. He then transferred to Cleveland, Ohio where they adopted a son (Joseph Walter Nelson). They lived in Cleveland for twenty-one years. His wife, Carol, passed away in March of 1988. In July of 1988, he met his current wife, Ann Lifferth, on a blind date while visiting Utah for a family reunion. They were engaged four days after meeting and married a month later. Ann added seven children to his life and, at present, seventeen grandchildren are part of his family. In 1993, Joe’s mother passed away and he and his unmarried family members moved back to Provo. At present he is living in Sandy with his wife as empty nesters. They moved to Sandy to avoid the commute from Provo to downtown Salt Lake, where he worked for a private college. During his twenty-six years in the Cleveland area, he served as Bishop of the Hiram Ward (Kirtland Ohio Stake) for five years. After they moved to Provo in 1993, he served as Bishop for an additional five years in the Pleasant View Second Ward (Sharon East Stake). @2006

Nelson, Josephine

Nelson, Josephine

Josephine Tuttle

Collegiate Grad of BYU, Class of 1928. Josephine Nelson [Tuttle]. She received a BS Degree in Education in 1928. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 196.

Nelson, Kline B.
2990 Navajo Circle
Provo, Utah 84604 US

Kline Nelson
  • Work: (801) 356-0066

Class of 1974~Honorary. Kline B. Nelson. BYU BS Finance 1982. Kline Nelson was in the fourth grade with the Class of 1974.

Nelson, Krista Lyle

Nelson, Krista Lyle
Murray, Utah US

Krista and Dale Froelich

Class of 1951. Krista Nelson. Thespians Vice President, Debate, Chorus, Photography Club, Skating Club. She married Dale Froelich. @2010 ~ ~ ~ ~ HER OBITUARY: Krista Lyle Nelson Froelich 1933 ~ 2020 Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend left her mortal journey at age 86 in Murray, Utah on March 20, 2020 after living a life filled with service and love. Krista was born in Provo, Utah April 12, 1933 to Joseph and Dorothy Nelson, the second of four children. She graduated from BY High School and then from BYU with a degree in elementary education. She married Dale J. Froelich, her sweetheart and companion, on June 14, 1955 in the Salt Lake Temple. Dale and Krista moved to Murray in 1960 where they have since lived and raised their 9 children. Private services will be held on Tues., March 24, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. To view the services via webcasting online, please visit www.jenkins-soffe.com. Source

Nelson, L. Raymond [Lawrence Raymond]

Nelson, L. Raymond [Lawrence Raymond]
Las Vegas, Nevada US

Raymond & Lucinda Nelson

Class of 1910. Class of 1912. L. Raymond Nelson. Graduated from Brigham Young High School in 1910, in the High School Department. Source: 1910 BYU Banyan, BYH section, list on p. 83. ~ ~ ~ ~ L. Raymond Nelson. He received a 5-Year Normal Diploma in 1912. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 3, page 323. ~ ~ ~ ~ Collegiate Grad of BYU, Class of 1916. L. Raymond Nelson. He received an AB Degree (Education) in 1916. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 3, page 323. ~ ~ ~ ~ Lawrence Raymond Nelson was born on December 9, 1890 in Pleasant Grove, Utah. His parents were Lars Lofvendahl Nelson and Eliza _______ Nelson. He married Lucinda Leavitt on April 30 [or 29], 1918 in St. George, Utah. He died on July 10, 1993. ~ ~ ~ ~ HIS OBITUARY: Lawrence Raymond Nelson, Sr., age 102, died July 10, 1993. Born December 9, 1890 in Pleasant Grove, Utah. Past Principal, Superintendent of Schools, organized the first Boy Scout troop in Provo. Worked as a chemist for the U.S. Government, Deputy Assessor for Clark County, Nevada, for 15 years. Married for 75 years. Survived by wife, Lucinda Leavitt Nelson, Las Vegas; sons, Lawrence R. Nelson, Jr., St. George; Donald L. Nelson, Las Vegas, Nevada; daughters, Marjorie Nelson Johansen, Las Vegas, Nevada; AnnaFern Nelson Pinkham, Las Vegas, Nevada; 18 grandchildren; 63 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; brother, Vern S. Nelson, Provo. Funeral services were held at the LDS Chapel 6th Ward, West Charleston, Wednesday, July 14, 1993. Interment, Bunker Memorial Gardens, Las Vegas, Nevada. [Deseret News, Monday, July 12, 1993.]

Nelson, Larry
475 South 300 East
Payson, Utah 84651 US

Larry and Kris Nelson
  • Work: 801-288-2347

Class of 1957. Larry Nelson. Student Body Speech Manager. Football, Children's Theater, State Industrial Arts Award, Boys State, Model U.N., Soph Ball Committee, Junior Prom Committee, Senior Hop Committee, Graduation Committee. He married Kris. [Note: email sent to amdreska@uvsc.edu is being returned because of incorrect address.] @2007

Nelson, Leo B.

Nelson, Leo B.

Leo Nelson

Collegiate Grad of BYU, Class of 1927. Leo B. Nelson. He received a BS Degree in Agronomy in 1927. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 448.

Nelson, Leona (1934)

Nelson, Leona (1934)
Provo, Utah US

Leona and Marion Olsen

Class of 1934. Leona Nelson. Vice President of the 1934 Senior Class. ~ ~ ~ ~ HER OBITUARY: Leona Nelson Olsen, age 79, of Provo, died July 22, 1996. [Sometimes Ruby Leona Nelson] She was born September 19, 1916 in Elberta, Utah to Conrad L. and Ruby Roberts Nelson. She married Marion J. "Pete" Olsen on December 15, 1938 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He preceded her in death on July 8, 1994. Leona attended school in Elberta until the 6th grade and then attended BY High, through high school, graduating in the BYH Class of 1934. She attended BYU, graduating in 1937. After her marriage, Leona made her first home in Provo living there for 21 years. She lived in Hawaii for a short time. They then moved to San Gabriel, California, living there for 25 years, and then retired to Provo seven years ago. She was president of AAUW in Provo and San Gabriel, belonged to Beta Sorosis and also a sewing club. She was a pink lady at Utah Valley Hospital, and at San Gabriel Valley Hospital. Served as PTA president in Provo. She held numerous church positions. She enjoyed BYU activities with her husband and family. She was a Silver Cougar. We love and miss you, Mom and Grandma. Leona is survived by one son and one daughter, Mrs. Gary (Connie) Russell of San Gabriel, Calif.; and Phillip Marion and wife, Merilyn H. Olsen of Bountiful. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 26, 1996, 11 a.m. in the Berg Drawing Room Chapel, 185 East Center Street, Provo. Friends may call at the mortuary Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. or Friday morning, one hour prior to services. Interment, Provo City Cemetery. Deseret News, July 24, 1996

Nelson, Leone Charlotte (1917)

Nelson, Leone Charlotte (1917)
Provo, Utah US

Leone and Hobert Told

Class of 1917. Leone Nelson [Told]. She received a BYH Normal Certificate in 1917. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 78. ~ ~ ~ ~ Leone Nelson was born on December 20, 1897 in Pleasant Grove, Utah. Her parents were John Christian Nielson or Nelson and Adaline [or Adeline] Delina Richins Nelson. Leone married Hobert Joseph Told, a farmer, on September 30, 1919. Hobart Joseph Told was born on January 11, 1987 in Millersport, [Cleveland] Ohio. His parents were John Edward Told and Evaline Cartwright. While he and Leone were living in American Fork, Hobart died on January 16, 1922 in a machine accident in Lehi, with a fractured skull and resulting meningitis. Leone Nelson Told died on February 1, 1973 in Provo, Utah. Her interment, Pleasant Grove City Cemetery, Utah.

Nelson, LeRoy

Nelson, LeRoy

LeRoy Nelson

Class of 1910. LeRoy Nelson. Graduated from Brigham Young High School in 1910, in the High School Department, and in the Normal Department. Source: 1910 BYU Banyan, BYH section, list on p. 83. ~ ~ ~ ~ Source 2: Annual Record, B. Y. University (BYU Records Office), Book 5, page 112 [spelled Nelsen]. ~ ~ ~ ~ [Need middle initial, parents' names.] [TM]

Nelson, Lila Lorene
1337 Tanager Way
Boise, Idaho 83709-1348 US

Lila and Eugene Thurston
  • Work: (208) 376-7519

Class of 1963. Lila Lorene Nelson. F.H.A., Chorus. BYU BS Recreation Education 1967. Lila married K. Eugene Thurston. An investment banker, Eugene works with Fiberglass Systems, Boise, Idaho. He has a BYU BS Accounting 1970. @2008

Nelson, Lyle

Nelson, Lyle

Lyle Nelson

Collegiate Grad of BYU, Class of 1924. Lyle Nelson. He received an AB Degree in Art in 1924. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 288.

Nelson, Marcia Ann

Nelson, Marcia Ann
Modesto, California US

Marcia Ann & Robert Ludlow

Class of 1963. Marcia Ann Nelson. Debate, Oratory, Band, Ladies Glee Club, Honor Society President, Model U.N., Seminary Graduate, Pep Club, Thespians, F.H.A., Spanish Club. BYU BS Elementary Education 1968. Married Robert C. Ludlow, DDS-R. @2008 ~ ~ ~ ~ HIS OBITUARY: Marcia Ann Nelson Ludlow, December 23, 1945 - December 5, 2017. Marcia Ann Nelson Ludlow passed away at her home in Modesto, California on Tuesday, December 5, 2017 after battling chronic kidney disease for nearly 20 years. She was 71 years old. Marcia Ann was born on December 23, 1945 in Logan, Utah to Joyce Rich Nelson and Roscoe Maughan Nelson, who on that day was still stationed in Okinawa, Japan after his service as a Marine Corps fighter pilot during World War II. Marcia Ann dearly loved her brothers Stephen R. Nelson, Richard R. Nelson, Scott M. Nelson, Douglas R. Nelson, and sister Claire Marie Painter. Marcia Ann came of age in Provo, Utah where she excelled academically, was a state debate champion, and graduated from Brigham Young High School in the Class of 1963. She attended Brigham Young University (BYU) and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English in 1968. She became a credentialed high school teacher and proponent of education throughout her life. It was at BYU that she met the love of her life and as she often said, "her most important gift," Robert C. "Bob" Ludlow. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this year, having married in the Salt Lake Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on August 31, 1967. Marcia Ann will be remembered for living a life dedicated to the service of others. In addition to ongoing service to her church and community, she was a prolific writer of thoughtful notes and showed her love to neighbors and friends through homemade cinnamon rolls and pies. She never missed an opportunity to express her love because she was never satisfied with mere acquaintance — every dialysis nurse, hospital orderly or new face at church quickly became a close friend. She considered motherhood her highest calling and sacred duty. Marcia Ann helped all five of her sons attain the rank of Eagle Scout and her two daughters become accomplished musicians. She relished the time she spent with her grandchildren, hosting tea parties and reminding each of their great worth to her and to a loving God. Her faith in God was truly unshakable and she was a humble disciple of Jesus Christ with her whole soul. Marcia Ann approached the debilitating kidney disease that dominated the last two decades of her life with discipline, grace, and incredible strength. Despite two generous kidney donations, she was on dialysis for nearly 20 years. The family is incredibly grateful to the many doctors, nurses, technicians, and caregivers who loved and tirelessly attended to her for so many years. She is survived by her husband Robert C. Ludlow and their seven children: Diane Forsyth (Bruce), Robert N. Ludlow (Marianne), Thomas N. Ludlow (Heather), Nathaniel J. Ludlow (Shannon), Kathleen Sandford (Caleb), Andrew N. Ludlow, Matthew N. Ludlow (Monica). Bob & Marcia Ann have 26 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 9 at 11 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (731 El Vista Ave., Modesto, California). Friends may call at the church on Friday evening from 6 to 9 p.m. She will be interred at Lakewood Memorial Park. Memorial donations in Marcia Ann's name may be made to the Inherited Kidney Disease Research Fund, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, PO Box 571021, Winston-Salem, N.C. 27157. [Modesto Bee]

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