Kenneth George Neils died on Tuesday, June 28, 2016. He was 93 years old. Ken is survived by his wife of 69 years, Dorothy Campbell Neils, his son, Kerry (wife Laurie), two granddaughters; Erica Neils and Bridget Neils, and a twin sister Kate Brinton. Ken’s and Dorothy’s older son, Patrick, died in August 2015.
Ken was born in Libby, Montana, where he attended school, left to attend 2 years of college, and then returned to Libby to work for the family lumber business, J. Neils Lumber Company. When J. Neils Lumber sold to St. Regis, Dorothy and Ken relocated to Bigfork where Ken worked as a business consultant for the rest of his career. The Neils family resided in Bigfork for almost 30 years and then Ken and Dorothy moved to Helena where they have lived for 27 years.
Ken was an avid reader–interested in almost any subject. He also loved to tell stories of his years growing up in Libby and his WWII experiences. Dorothy says he was the best dancer she ever knew in their younger years. Ken was proud to be a life-long Christian.
The family will hold a private memorial service in the fall.
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Gayle Moon says
Dear Kerry, Laurie, Bridget and Dorothy,
Bob and I send our condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers for the coming days.
Over the many years, we appreciated Ken’s sense of humor and positive outlook on life He, personally, provided me inspiration with his cancer challenge.
May you keep those special memories close to your heart.
Sincerely,
Gayle and Bob Moon
alan johnMatchinsky says
I know this is old news to you, but relatively new to me. I worked closely with both Ken and Patrick on the development of MAPP, the personal potentials development assessment done from Ken’s extensive PDA research and development.
I love both of the fine men, and am so sorry for your loss. Prayers will continue for both, and for all of their family and friends, for as long as I live.:pray::skin-tone-3::bouquet::heart:
Alan John Matchinsky
Apple Valley, MN
Charlene Burns says
We all loved Ken in my family. He made such a difference in my life in helping me to understand myself. He was an awesome mentor. I know he is resting in peace. My heartfelt condolences. From Charlene Burns,