SANDRA J. "SANDY" NELSON (nee Bellgardt), age 78, beloved wife of 55 years to Dennis M.; loving mother of Lisa Zellmer and Lori Nelson; proud grandmother of Ally, Tyler, Avery and Riley; sister of Mary Engfer and the late Doug Bellgardt; beloved aunt, cousin and friend of many.  Passed away unexpectedly December 26, 2024.  All Services will be private for the family.