Lyle L. Nelson

life story

"Got a heater in my truck and I'm off to the rodeo"

We mournfully announce the passing of Lyle Lee Nelson, 82, of Crosslake, Minnesota. Lyle passed away peacefully on March 5, 2022, following a long struggle with dementia. Despite his diagnosis, he continued to sing and play guitar until the very end. Lyle is preceded in death by parents Harry and Verna Nelson, and his wife, Jenny. Survived by daughters, Tristin(Kent) Digre, Stacy(Chad) Stutelberg; sons, Mark(Cole) Nelson, Chris(Ami) Nelson; grandchildren, Tarissa Host, Brandon Host, Jordan Host, Justin Host, Brady Host, Miles Nelson, Morgan Stutelberg, Nolan Stutelberg; sister Karmen Droneck; sister-in-law Laurie (Richard) Jessen; brother-in-law Nels (Bernie) Jessen; beloved dachshunds Rocky and Boo Boo and many other relatives and friends. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday June 4, 2022 at 14 Lakes Craft Brewing Company in Crosslake, MN.

About Lyle

Lyle was a dynamic and talented musician with an unmatched passion. He would frequently surprise friends and family with an impromptu “Jam Session”, and could play just about anything on the guitar.

He enjoyed his career with Cummins Inc. (Onan) as an electrical engineer where he worked on design of electronics for generators. He often told stories about his projects far beyond retirement.

Aside from playing guitar, Lyle could be found out on the golf course, putzing around in the yard, or hanging out in the garage. He always had his dachshunds, Rocky and Boo Boo, by his side.

Lyle and Jenny wintered in Mission, Texas and had many friends at Lemon Tree Estates, where they could be found playing music from their deck or the rec hall for all to enjoy.

They spent the summers in Crosslake, Minnesota enjoying life living on their own private bay. He took pride in being the captain of the ship and bringing his grandchildren out fishing at all the best spots. He also could point out all of the houses that belonged to celebrities, and knew the lakes better than anyone else.

“If We Never Meet Again This Side Of Heaven"

If we never meet again this side of heaven

As we struggle through this world and its strife

There's another meeting place somewhere in heaven

By the side of the river of life

Where the charming roses bloom forever

And where separation comes no more

If we never meet again this side of heaven

I will meet you on that beautiful shore

memorial service

Celebration of Life

June 4, 2022

14 Lakes Craft Brewing Company 36846 Co Hwy 66, Crosslake, MN 56442, USA

Please join the family of Lyle Nelson in a celebration of his life on June 4, 2022.

We will be gathering at 14 Lakes Brewery to share some of our favorite memories, our stories, to laugh, to cry and remember a man who will be greatly missed.

Funeral/Cremation Provider: Crescent Tide Cremation Services