Nels Erstad, age 75, passed away Sunday, October 4, 2009 in Show Low, AZ. He was born on January 28, 1934 in Carrington, North Dakota to Nels Erstad and Pearl Brannon Erstad. Nels was a sweet, loving husband, father and grandfather; he was a true gentleman with a heart of gold. Nels is survived by his wife, Delpha Jean; daughter, Jeannie (Dirk) Jones; sister, Jenny; grandchildren, Michael and Crystal; 2 great grandchildren. Private Services will be held.