Wally Arnold Nelson, age 66, passed away February 17, 2020 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was born December 30, 1953 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Virgil A. and Arlene Nelson. He attended South High School. Wally married Kathy S. Rigby Nelson on July 2, 1986 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Wally, for years, battled with diabetes. He died peacefully in his home. Wally had an infectious smile, drawing in children and animals alike. He always had a hammer or other tool in his hand helping family, friends, and everyone he could, with their cars, trucks, or houses. Those he helped are too numerous to count.
Wally loved his wife Kathy, his boat, his property, fishing, gardening, and his fury friends. He tried to be grumpy, but he couldn’t fool anyone. He will be, and is, missed by all.
Survived by Wife Kathy S. Rigby Nelson; Mother Arlene A. Nelson; Siblings: Danny (Linda) Nelson, Randy (Bonnie) Nelson, Earl (Debbie) Nelson, Candy (Dave) Doud, and Virgil Nelson; and many fur babies.
Preceded in death by his Father Virgil A. Nelson; and Father-in-law Curtis R. Rigby.
Visitation will take place Friday, February 21, 2020 from 6-8 PM at Valley View Funeral Home 4335 West 4100 South, West Valley City, Utah. A Graveside Service will be held Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Valley View Memorial Park (Deseret Garden) at 1:00 PM. Prior to the Graveside Service a visitation will take place from 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM at Valley View Funeral Home 4335 West 4100 South, West Valley City, Utah.
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