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In Memory

Natalie Nielsen (Omana) - Class of 1960

Natalie Nielsen Omana, 46, died early Thursday, June 17 at her home in Los Angeles, California.  She was born in Montpelier on April 20, 1942 to Eugene C. and Ruth Stephens Nielsen.  Her sibilings are Janis Nielsen Thompson (1936 - 2004) and Jay Christian Nielsen (1948 - 1999). She attended elementary and high school in Montpelier.  She also attended Brigham Young University, the University of Utah and the University of Southern California.  She was a member of the LDS Church.  She was always active in sports, particularly baseball.  She was interested in school politics, serving in many capacities of leadership.  She excelled in music, both instrumental and vocal receiving a superior status at state competition.  Natalie worked for several major corporations in the retail clothing business in women's apparel for 18 years.  She then opened her own chain of stores called Gallery Sportique in Los Angeles.  She also managed a chain called Altogether in Los Angeles and Santa Ana, California.  She was afforded the opportunity for extensive European, Asian and East Coast travels.  The maiden shuttle of the Concord between the US and Iran was among her many experiences.  She had many hobbies including fine art, pottery and many items in rare metals.  She is survived by her husband.  Funeral services were in the Montpelier First/Fourth Ward Chapel.  Natlie is buried in the Montpelier Idaho Cemetery.

 
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03/31/14 08:27 PM #1    

Carol Leigh Whitman (Hammett) (1960)

Natalie was a wonderful friend, genuine and fun to be with. She was bright,
tolerant and talented. A girl of many talents, she did well in academics, music and
art. Unfortunately for women's athletics, she arrived prior to Title Nine. I had
wonderful friends growing up in Montpelier; Natalie was an important one of them
whose death caused me sadness. I have missed her not being at class reunions.
Carol Leigh

04/02/14 06:55 PM #2    

Steve Pugmire (1960)

I'm with Carol Leigh. I thought Natalie was a great gal and if anything she may have been a little intimidating due to her heigth and natural beauty. She is remembered as a great person.


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