David J. Nelson, 83, died August 20, 2024, at his home in Kuna, Idaho.

David was born on November 20, 1940, in Salmon, Idaho, to Calvert and Ardella Nelson. He was the second of five children.

David married Doreen Coltrin on November 17, 1962, in Meridian, Idaho. They had 12 children: 8 daughters and 4 sons.

David was a hard worker. He loved to farm and milk cows. He had a way with animals, and horses were his favorite.  He was a lifelong Green Bay Packers fan.

He is survived by his wife Doreen; children: Denese (Richard) Durrant, Doug Nelson, Dena (Jade) Bennett, Darin Nelson, Denette (Sam) Eckhart, Deann (Clint) Wolfley, Donald (Crystal) Nelson, Delynn (Evan) Cook, Dusty (Megan) Nelson; a sister Gwen Shenk; 21 grandkids, and 29 great-grandkids.

He was preceded in death by his parents Calvert and Ardella; brothers Dee and Jim; a sister Kathleen; daughters Darci, Denelle, and Diane, daughter-in-law Helen; and Bayler, a great-grandson.

A graveside service will be held on August 31, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at the Kuna Cemetery.