Richard Boyd Nerdin

Preceded in death by Boyd Nerdin: father; Rosella Miller Nerdin: mother; both brothers: Jerry (Margery) and Ned (Colleen); son-in-law: Michael Ogden (Tamie Nerdin).

Survived by Amelia Arronco Nerdin his beloved wife of 60 years; four children: Michelle Rasmussen (Lonn), Amber Santy (Donald), Tamie Ogden, Cameron Nerdin (Elizabeth); 7 grandchildren: Holly, Cody, Joshua, Lauren, Deak, Kyrie, Chevy; 14 great grandchildren, and 2 little great great red hair princesses. The legacy of five generations we will cherish him forward.

Richard attended the University of Utah. He served in the Air Force and National Guard until 1964. His career with Raytheon spanned 33 years. Our father was an unusually talented and service orientated man. Over his lifetime he was a Scout Master, Director of the JCC league and business member where he was coordinator for the Soapbox Derby. He was an avid fisherman, boater, hunter, and carpenter. He left behind chairs, tables, bedroom sets, toys, and library bookshelves for St Francis Xavier School Library. We loved Christmas scavenger hunts to find what Gepeto had created, and so much more for all of us.

He loved music including The Glenn Miller Band, and loved dancing with all of us girls. Richard enjoyed watching John Wayne and war movies, and Fox News until the Doctor said, it was causing too much stress. He appreciated playing cards and games with friends and family, and watching his family grow. He left behind such a vast amount of love, each of us have special memories. He was a member of John the Baptist Catholic Church.

A great BIG Thank You, to the Aids and Nurses with Inspiration Hospice. Your kindness and care was a blessing to all of us.

Services Tuesday, November 29th 6:00pm to 8:00pm with Rosary at 6:00pm, at Valley View Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 4335 W 4100 S, West Valley City, Utah. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, November 30th 11:00am at St John Baptist Catholic Church, 300 E 11800 S Draper, Utah.