Zelma Nielsen, 80, passed away on August 31, 2016. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Larry Nielsen, sister-in-law, Nan Largent and brother-in-law, Ronald Huff. Survived by her children, Richard Nielsen, Cindi Sheppard, and Steven (Peggy) Nielsen; siblings, Gaylord (Karen), Kenneth, Billie, and Jim (Judy); grandchildren, Richard, Christopher, Saul, Nathan, Lanae, and Alessandra Sheppard; Kenneth and Robert Nielsen; and 12 great-grandchildren. Zelma married Larry on June 30, 1954 in Hotchkiss, Co. She volunteered for the Arc and was on the board for PDI. Viewing is from 9 to 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2016 followed by the Funeral Service, at 11:00 a.m. Both held at Imperial Funeral Home. Special thanks to Dr. Rendler, Ashley and Kathy with Sangre De Cristo Hospice.
