Age 87, of Circle Pines, passed away on July 5, 2019.She was born in Cherry, MN to Wilhart & Ann (née Tamminen) Nelson on July 19, 1931.Preceded in death by husband, Ken; and sister, June Bertani.Survived by children, Carol, Brian (Laurie), Elaine (Timothy) Olds, John (Krista); grandchildren, Samantha, Jeff, Luke, Jason, J.T., Justin; great grandson, Cole; and siblings, Donald (Lois) Nelson & Ruth Ollila.Funeral service 1 PM Wednesday, July 10 at OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN CHURCH. 9185 Lexington Ave. N., Circle Pines. Visitation at the church from 12 Noon - 1 PM.Interment: Twitchell CemeteryIn lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Our Savior's Lutheran Church.