Jens Nielsen, 82, died Friday, June 26 at his Oakdale home.
He was a native of Denmark and had lived in Oakdale for 50 years.
Mr. Nielsen owned a turkey farm for 60 years. He was also a member of the Oakdale Lion’s Club.
He is survived by his wife, Karen Nielsen of Oakdale; children, Tom Nielsen of Clovis and Eric Nielsen of Rocklin.
There will be a private family service.
Oakdale-Riverbank Memorial Chapels in charge of arrangements.
The Oakdale (Calif.) Leader
July 1, 2009