Gary Lee Nielson, 56, died at home in Divide Dec. 12,
2007.
Gary was born Oct. 10, 1951, in Mitchell, S.D., to Kenneth and
Helen (Lee) Nielson. He graduated from Woonsocket High School in
South Dakota in 1969 and the University of South Dakota in 1973
with a degree in political science. Gary was a member of Delta Tau
Delta Fraternity. Gary was employed in the financial services
industry for more than 30 years. At the time of his death, he was a
branch manager for LPL Financial Services.
Gary was especially proud of his long and meaningful membership
in the Pikes Peak Range Riders. This organization provided him many
good friendships and fond memories. Poco will miss him
greatly.
Gary is survived by his former wife, Karen K. Robinson of
Divide; sister, Cindy Farr of Florida; brother, Robert Nielson of
South Dakota; a niece; and three nephews. His mother, father and
brother Ronald preceded him in death.
Services will be in Woonsocket, S.D.