January 22nd, 2021
Dick Nelson: low profile, big impact
Dick at Cade open house
Signing a contract
Dick with Nels Strandberg
Waterfront Festival
Waterfront Festival with Themo Demopoulos
Tour for State Sen. Mary Margaret Haugen
Tour for U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell
His "office" was the yard
Dakota Creek Industries (DCI) co-founder Dick Nelson of Anacortes passed away at his home Thursday, January 21. Today DCI issued the following statement: “It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Dakota Creek’s co-founder Dick Nelson. He passed peacefully yesterday morning after a courageous battle with cancer. Dick taught us many things, but most of all he drilled it into us that DCI employees are the true assets of the company – a company that he was extremely proud of. He was a visionary leader, inspiring mentor, and beloved friend. His legacy will live on in the projects we complete with pride and integrity, and with the trademark quality that Dakota Creek is known for world-wide. We are honored to have known him and will dedicate our work to his memory, which is the sincerest form of tribute.
“We thank you, Dick, for giving us the opportunity to be part of something bigger than ourselves, for calling us to rise to the challenge of meeting your high standards, for helping us provide for our families, and for caring so deeply for us, your DCI family. You have made an impact on each of us that will not be forgotten. We will be forever grateful to you and will fight to protect the legacy you have left behind.”
Should you wish to send condolences to the family, cards can be mailed to PO Box 438, Anacortes, WA 98221. Electronic condolences can be made by emailing rememberingdick@dakotacreek.com