Kenneth Raymond Nielsen
February 09, 2014
Kenneth (Kenny) Raymond Nielsen of Adel, IA found eternal peace on Sunday, February 9, 2014 at the age of 61. His wife of 32 years was by his side. He was recently employed by Dahl's but his true passion was working with his father, brothers Paul, Fred, Pete, Tim and sister, Julie (Tantillo) at Nielsen's Greenhouse and Flower Shop. Kenny enjoyed spending time with his family. He had a great love of animals and enjoyed fishing and tinkering in his workshop. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth; and is survived by his mother, Therese; wife, Janette; son, Ken; and daughters, Jessica (Bryan) Keyt, and Erin.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2014 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in West Des Moines with the visitation prior from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Burial will be at Glendale Cemetery.
Janette
02/14/2014
Happy Valentine's Day to my forever Sweetheart. You will live in my heart, always. I miss you so much already.
Julie Fatino
02/12/2014
So very sorry to read about Kenny's passing. My thoughts are with all of you at this time. We spent so much time with you at the greenhouse on High Street and I will cherish those memories forever. I love you all so very much. Rest in Peace Kenny.
Deb Smith
02/11/2014
I'm so sorry for your loss, Janette and family. You are all in my thoughts.
Ceci Stoner Kingsley
02/11/2014
He was a true friend to my brother Walt, when he really needed one! Kenny always looked passed Walt's problems and saw a kind and caring person. Kenny was a good man!
Sister Cathy Talarico CHM
02/11/2014
I am so sorry to read about Kenny's death. I taught him at Sacred Heart years ago and have very fond memories of such a sweet boy. Know that I hold you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Much peace,
Sister Cathy
Laure Guisinger
02/11/2014
Kenny was a good man and will be missed. Many fond memories that I will forever cherish. My thoughts, my prayers, my sympathy, my love to all Janette, Ken, Jessica, Bryan & Erin. God's peace.
Vicky Tugel and Derek
02/10/2014
Our deepest sympathy to Therese, Jeanette and all the Nielsen family.
Jody
02/10/2014
I pray for Peace for the family and Kenny's passage to heaven. He and the immediate family have been in my thoughts and prayers over the last several weeks.
Cousin Jody (Springfield, MO)