Nan Nielsen Obituary (1933 - 2020) - Pleasant Grove, Utah

Nan S Nielsen, 86, of Pleasant Grove passed away Friday, February 14, 2020. She was born December 31, 1933 in Lehi, Utah to Hyrum J and Birdie Mitchell Smith. She was the tenth of twelve children. She attended schools in Lehi and attended Lehi High School and later moved to Pleasant Grove where she started her family and remained for the rest of her life. Nan loved being with her family and especially enjoyed raising her grandson Tyler. She also loved to quilt, make candy and do yearly canning. She made sure to share with all of her friends and family who loved every gift. She loved having pet dogs, especially Herbie and Red. She also enjoyed going to Wendover with friends and family. Nan was a member of the FOE 3372 Eagles Lodge, Pleasant Grove since the early 1970's where she made and has kept many dear friends. She is survived by her children; Gena (Bruce) Cotton, Gloria Carlson, Becky VanZant,Tyler VanZant and brother, Darrell Smith, 8 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, siblings and son, Allen K Jackson. Graveside services will be held Thursday, February 20, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in the Pleasant Grove City Cemetery. Family and friends may attend a viewing from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. at Olpin Family Mortuary, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant Grove prior to the services. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinmortuary.com