Richard Allen Nielson

April 15, 1943 - February 17, 2012

Richard Allen Nielson Obituary (Age 68) Passed away February 17, 2012 at his home. He was born April 15, 1943 in Spokane where he has lived most of his life except for a few years in Port Angeles, WA. He graduated from Eastern Washington University and served in the WA Army National Guard. He was employed at URM Wholesale. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, boating, camping and casinos. He loved life and his family. Richard is survived by his wife Iphigenia Nielson; daughter Sherry Harper (Dan) and grandkids Cassie, Courtney, Devin and great grandson Dante of Spokane; son Robert Nielson (Tera) and grandkids Carolyn, Christine, Kenzie and Taylor of Spokane; step daughter Sufia West and grandkids Adam and Cody; step daughter Farida Baig and grandkid Alexandra and step son Rashid Baig and grandkid Joshua. He was preceded in death by his first wife Linda Million Nielson; brother William Nielson and his parents Christina and Hans Nielson. Visitation will be Wednesday and Thursday 10-5PM at Heritage and Funeral Service 1:00PM Thursday, February 23, 2012 at Heritage Chapel. � To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Richard, please visit our Tree Store. Read more Events FEB 17