So sorry for your loss. Hal will be missed!

My deepest condolences to Hal's wife and children during this difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss. Hal was such a kind and genuine person and it was a pleasure working with him.  He will be sorely missed by all those who had the opportunity to know him.

I was fortunate to have Hal on my coaching staff when our sons were involved in Flag Football. His knowledge and ability to work with the team is something I will cherish forever. Thank You Hal you will be truly missed.

I met Hal on one of his visits to the Austin, TX office.  Just like his over the phone persona he was warm, energetic and filled with passion to be timely, ethical and supportive of our members, our company and our profession.  Hal had a keen perspective and gentle power in his leadership style.   He was deeply proud of his family and dedicated to doing an outstanding job for his team.  I'm proud to have worked under his leadership.  I will keep Hal's loving family, and strong staff of dedicated professionals in my prayers for comfort, strength and healing.  

I will be forever grateful to have gotten to know Hal. He was always there to listen and provide support and make you laugh. He was just so very kind and cared so deeply for others. He will be truly missed. Sending peace and love to his family. 

Hal was one of those people who truly cared about the 'greater good'.  His generosity, kindness, compassion and great sense of humor were felt by all he encountered.  He played a strong role within the work family and everyone knew they could always count on Hal. It is a great loss that will be felt by many for a long time to come.  My deepest sympathies to Amy and the boys. 

I was fortunate enough to work with Hal; he was always so kind and friendly in all of our interactions.  He will be dearly missed.  I am so sorry for your loss. 

You are known by the legacy you leave behind.  Hal touched so many of us.  A gentle man in the truest sense, so very kind, funny and, every interaction with him left me sitting with a smile on my face.  You will be in my thoughts and prayers....Fondly,  Barbara

Hal will be tremendously missed. Every time we spoke he would always ask, "Where's the next adventure to?", as we loved swapping travel stories. I will forever remember his timid, yet amusing personality. I wish the family peace and understanding through this difficult time. 

Very kind and professional man. I enjoyed working with him.

I am so very sorry to hear of Hal's passing. Hal was a generous, kind and funny man, whom I will miss dearly. I am so happy to have known, and worked with, him for the past 11 years. I will think of him fondly whenever I take a road trip or watch the Vikings. My deepest sympathies are with Amy, Aaron and Peter. I hope you find some peace in your, and others', memories of him.

We truly have lost "one of the great ones".  He was a gently giant with a ready laugh and willingness to advocate on behalf of his coworkers.  He will be missed.

  My thoughts are especially for his family and loved ones today.  We have lost a man, who's career was to help others.  A noble life indeed.

Hal was a kind, funny, patient and caring man. I am so glad I had the privilege to work with and get to know him. He will be missed. Sending my sincerest condolences to his family who he loved so much.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Hal will be missed. 

He was a wonderful man who will be deeply missed; we truly enjoyed working with him, and are so saddened by this loss.

I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Hal's passing.  He was a wonderfully kind and compassionate person with whom I was very privileged to have worked.  My sincere condolences go out to his family at this sorrowful time.  

Hal,

It's just not the same without you. Thank you for teaching us how to manage our team without you. That's the mark of a good leader.

So sorry to hear this sad news. I am thinking of you and your family at this time.  Hal was a wonderful, caring professional upon whom so many relied, he will be missed

My sincerest condolences and thoughts of peace are with the Neilson family.  Hal's spirit will be truly missed.   

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family -  so sorry to her about your loss. 

It was wonderful working with Hal and being part of his team... Hal is one of the kindest people I have ever met and I am blessed to have gotten to know him. 

Very sorry for you loss.  I had the pleasure of working with Hal for the past few years.  He was a kind, gentle man and will be missed.

Hal will truly be missed.  I cannot express the how outstanding he was as a supervisor.  I am truly grateful to have known him. 

I was so sorry to hear about Hal, so very sorry for your loss..  He spoke often of his wonderful family.. 

I moved from MO and joined Hal's team in 2015 and worked with him a brief while. The first time I met him, he was wearing a Hawaiian style shirt and flip-flops, and so laid-back - it makes me smile to think about it. That first meeting really made me realize I had truly arrived in Florida. My condolences to the family and friends of Hal, a kind and gentle soul.

Hal was my supervisor I just wanted to send my deepest condolences and sympathy to your family Hal was such a compassionate, considerate, honest, and a stand up person. My prayers and thoughts go out to you in this difficult time May loving memories ease your loss and bring you comfort in this difficult time


 Hal was a wonderful, compassionate man. I shall miss him and his wisdom at work...prayers to you all.

Rhonnie Bender- Aetna Work Colleague

My deepest sympathies are with you and your family. Hal was a wonderful person and a great coworker. He was always joyful when arriving to work. He will be truly missed by us all.

Words may not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that we feel for the passing of Hal. Please accept my condolence.

Went to high school with Hal and he was a genuine human being... All our condolences and prayers for his family

Hal was a great person and everyone who knew him agreed. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered for his goodness!

To Amy:  We send our love to you and your family.  Hal was one of those rare individuals that brightened the days of the people he met.  We have such warm memories of him.  Mary and Joe Easley

Hal was a great guy and everyone who met him knew it immediately. He was loved and will be missed. I'm so sorry for your family's loss.

I'm so very saddened by this.Though it's been many years since I have seen or spoken with Hal, he will always remain a friend in my heart. I can only think back and smile about the good times we had at Niagara, playing football and carousing about town. You will be missed.    
                                                                          Andy Altenburg - NU '88

I'm so Very shocked and Sad to hear of Hal's passing. Mark and Beth, and Hal's Family.  I wish a could offer words, but I would only be fooling myself. My thoughts and prayers are with you ALL!!! Hal, May you rest with Angels!!!!

To Amy, Aaron and Pete, we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers and offer our deepest condolences. May you find some comfort in knowing that Hal was such a great person and touched so many lives. We will miss him dearly.  From the Connell family.

Our love and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.  Please know that you are surrounded by the love and support of many.  Just reach out and we will be there today, tomorrow, or in the future.  Much love to all.

I am so sorry to hear about Hal. My prayers and love to you and your family. RIP Hal

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. RIP Coach Hal.. ❤

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Harlan David Nielsen

February 9, 1965 – March 14, 2019

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