Victor – Ray Nelson, 86, passed away Friday, March 24, 2023 at St. Patrick’s Hospital in Missoula. He was born May 29, 1936 in Kimball, Nebraska to George Washington Nelson and Margaret (Droemus) Nelson. He later graduated from Kimball High School. Ray married Mary Alice (McNall) Nelson on August 20, 1997. In life Ray worked as a mechanic and heavy equipment operator. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling and being apart of the Stevensville American Legion Post #94. Ray is survived by his wife; daughter Pam; stepdaughter Sherry; stepsons Ron and Mark; 6 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. A funeral service for Ray will be held at Whitesitt Funeral Home on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 1:00 P.M. The reception will follow at the Frontier Café. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.whitesittfuneralhome.com.