RICHFIELD, UT--<! > Hilma Francis Jenson Nielson, 94, our sweet little grandma, slipped quietly away on Thursday afternoon, November 30, 2000 in Richfield, Utah at the Richfield Care Center. As was her way, she did so quietly and unobtrus-ively, as to not bother anyone.
She was born July 17, 1906 in Fremont, Utah, the baby dau-ghter of William Charles and Joseph-ine Martha Ellett Jenson. She grew up in Fremont and grad-uated from Wayne High School. She married Charles Theris Nielson, March 24, 1927 in Junction, UT. They were later sealed in the Manti LDS Temple. He preceded her in death on June 13, 1966.
She is survived by four grandchildren: Sheri (Jack) Christensen of Sandy, Eric (Margaret) Nielson of American Fork, M. Kim (Gigi) Nielson of Delta and Logan, and Margo (Royal) Howlett of Austin, TX. Also survived by her 18 adored "great-grands"; sister, Martha Brian of Salt Lake City, who is 99 years old; daughter-in-law, Beverly Lou Huff of Oregon; sisters-in-law, Thora Nielson and Ella Jensen, both of Richfield. Also, many nieces and nephews, whom she adored and was in turn adored.
She is preceded in death by her baby daughter, Montez; her son, Charles Theris "Toby" Nielson Jr., who passed away January 24, 1994; her parents and siblings, Charles, Wayne and Mary, and one great-grandson, Levi Howlett.
She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many capacities throughout her life. She was a member of the League of Utah Writers and was accomplished at writing poems and short stories. She was a member of the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. She was also an accomplished painter.
She was a nurse for 44 years, retiring at the age of 78. She touched many peoples lives through her nursing. She truly was an Angel in White, and was proud of her accomplishments. She loved to cook and gave freely of her bounty. She was known for her candy making, sewing and handwork. She loved taking care of her roses. She crocheted and made many afghans, her favorite color was blue. Most of all, playing the piano was her first love. Music as a large part of her life and she shared this talent with many: at church, at the care center and wherever her talent was needed.
Thanks seems inadequate, but heart felt, to all those who cared for her in the last 16 months. Also a special thanks to her nieces: Lois, Charlene, and Diana, who checked in on her everyday to make sure all was well. Also to Dr. Chappell and Dr. Bob. Thank you so much for your concern. There will now be honky tonk piano in Heaven.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2000, at 12 noon in the Neal S. Magleby & Sons Mortuary Chapel, 50 S. 100 W., where friends may call on Mon. from 6-8 p.m. and again on Tues. from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Richfield City Cemetery.