Gordon N. Nielsen, age 81, of Jenison, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at Sheldon Meadows.

The son of Gordon & Irene (Knopf) Nielsen, he was born on January 15, 1932 in Maple Valley Township, MI..

Honoring his wishes, cremation will take place. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.