Lloyd A. Nyberg, age 89, of 1423 Montana Avenue, Gladstone, passed away Monday morning January 25, 2010 at the Lakeview Assisted Living Center in Gladstone where he was currently a resident.
Lloyd was born April 2, 1920 the son of Carl and Hannah (Olson) Nyberg who were Swedish immigrants to Gladstone. Carl was a blacksmith in Gladstone.
Lloyd was raised in Gladstone where he was a 1938 graduate of Gladstone High School. Following graduation he attended the Dunwoody Industrial Institute in Minneapolis, MN, graduating in 1940. Upon graduation he worked for the Beloit Iron Works in Beloit, WI. He served his country in the U.S. Navy as a Machinist Mate where he was stationed on the USS Conway (DD 507) in the South Pacific during WW II. He returned to Beloit where he continued to work for Beloit Iron works until he returned to Gladstone.
Lloyd was united in marriage to the former Velma Mae Cox in 1943 and they made their home in Gladstone where they raised their 4 children.
Lloyd worked for P & H in Escanaba for 19 years and later for Marble Arms. He formally was a co-owner of Hoegh Pet Casket Company in Gladstone. In 1955 he founded Bay de Noc Lure Company in Gladstone. Lloyd never retired and he continued manufacturing fishing lures
Anonymous
Dave, Patti & Kids, Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad & Grampa, he was a great guy, with a great sense of humor, and a big smile! He will be missed!
Tom & Jessie Seronko
Gladstone, MI
Uncle Lloyd’s family: I was so sorry to learn of Lloyd’s death. Melva emailed the message. Lloyd had a wonderful smile and it was always good to see him on visits to Gladstone. Now there is only Uncle Carl left as a “child of the immigrants.” It’s sad. It’s the way of all flesh. God bless you all. Love, Margie (Virginia’s older daughter)
Margaret A. Passenger
Monroe, MI
Dearest Nyberg Family,
I was sad to learn of Lloyd’s death last week, but then I saw his smile in my mind, and felt the great joy he must be feeling to be in Heaven with your Mom. He is in that wonderful place now, which must be a comfort as you face losing him. Last September, when I was visiting Gladstone for my 40th class reunion, in my attempt to catch up to him as he left church so I could visit with him, I had to hustle – – he was so spry, and still had that wonderfully warm smile and kind voice. It was really nice to see him again after quite a few years, and I am thankful I had that opportunity. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. And he is etched in our memories – -he was a wonderful part of my growing-up years in the Covenant Church, that is for sure.
Love to all of you! Fondly,
Kristen Olson Lahner
Bainbridge Island, WA
Dear Linda, Sue, Barb, and David,
I was so very sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I still remember his sense of humor when we “hung out” at your house. He was an inspiration at all and a true Swede.
Diane Sjoquist Thompson
Muskegon, MI
Dear Nyberg family,
I was saddened to read of the earthly departure of Mr. Nyberg, but rejoice in his everlasting life with our God. Keeping all in thoughts and prayers. Much love,
Jeanne (Marmalick) Johnson
Escanaba, MI
Dear Linda, Susan, Barbara and David,
It is with sadness that we send this letter tonight. Your father was a very special man and we will always remember him for his warm smile, his hearty handshake and big heart. He was always there to be of service at our Covenant church in any way he could. We are so happy that we got to see him when we were up there in October. We pray that God will comfort you during this time. Peace to his memory.
Carl and Marilyn Olson
Palm Harbor, FL
Sue, Linda, Barb and Dave and families,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I know he was the center of your family. Whenever I would see him he always had a twinkle in his eye and he would be eager to visit. He was so proud of his family! Take care of yourselves and share memories!
Sue and Dale Jamison
Rapid River, MI
I would like to express my condolences to all of Nyberg family especially his daughter, Barbara. May your faith in God carry you through this difficult time.
Elaine Harris
Westland, MI
We had many good times at Camp Nola. Lloyd always made the best venison potato sausage (Potatis Korv). So long old friend.
Jim Erickson
Fairlawn, OH
I was saddened to hear of the death of Mr. Nyberg. As the father of one of my best friends growing up, Dave, I have fond memories of him. Mr. Nyberg has always been respected as a person of highest character and integrity. His legacy as a Christian husband, father, grandfather, and friend lives on. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Dave, and the rest of the family.
Cory J. Olson
Cincinnati, OH
So very sorry to hear about Lloyd passing, he was a very kind soul, what we knew of him. We are one of his neighbors on 1409 Montana. God Bless~
Michelle & Scott Winkelbauer
Gladstone, MI
For years I would run into Lloyd at the Post Office. He always had a friendly hello and smile for me. Lloyd was always at the kid’s sports events and was very supportive — Gary and I send our thoughts and prayers to you all
Kathy Maynard
Gladstone, MI
Lloyd was one of my very favorite people. I have many fond memories of Lloyd and the entire Nyberg family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lloyd will be missed.
Jon Apelgren
Waterford, WI
The Nyberg family is in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Many fond memories of Lloyd from our time in the Gladstone area. With sympathy,
David & Evelyn Olson
Harbor Springs, MI
To the Nyberg Family,
Over the years I have heard so many wonderful stories about Lloyd I feel like I know even though I never had the chance to meet him. Dave’s stories reflect how genuine of a person he must have been. It is never an easy thing when one fisherman must tell another goodbye for a final time. Lloyd is probably setting up a deer camp & finding some good fishing spots to share with us in the future as we speak 🙂
Brad Petzke
Gwinn, MI
We are so sorry to hear about Lloyd’s passing. I always remember is big smile and bright rosey cheeks. He was one of the last men that always wore a suit coat to church and I loved that so much. How wonderful for the family that you were all able to go to Sweden with Lloyd last summer. What great memories you’ll have. Hugs to all
Nancy Goss & Jane Fitzgerald
Fort Worth, TX
Barb, Ron and Aimee – So sorry to hear of your loss. Give each other a big hug and take care. Love – David and Marsha
David and Marsha Jach
Ann Arbor, MI
Dave and Patty,
Sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are for you and family.
Joe Leonardi
Davison, MI
Barbara and family,
Sorry to hear about your Dad. My Condolences to you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers.
Anita Kemlsey
Livonia, MI
Barb and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I am sure he was an amazing man and father and will be greatly miss by all who knew him. May the Lord wrap you in his arms and give you comfort at this time. May you find comfort in remembering all the fond memories and help bring a smile to your face and knowing he loved you so much. May God help you through these times. You are in our Thoughts and Prayers, always.
Gale Wright
Belleville, MI
Dear David, Patty, Dave & Family:
Our deepest condolences and sympathy to all of you. We have heard so many wonderful things about Lloyd from Dave and just wish that we would have had the opportunity to meet him. We share in your sorrow and loss and want you to know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time. Be strong in your faith and remember that you are in our prayers and thoughts. God’s blessings. Sincerely,
Bonnie & Wayne Petzke
St. Joseph, MI
Barb & Ron-My deepest sympathy for the loss of your father. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick Logan
Belleville, MI
We were so saddened by the passing of our Step Dad Lloyd. He was such a wonderful husband to our mother, a dear Father to my sisters and I, and the sweetest Grandfather to our children. We all loved him and will cherish his memory in our hearts.
Sharon Sills
New Lenox, IL
To Dave, Patty and the Nyberg family, my sincerest sympathies. I was glad to have the chance to catch up with you even for a bit following my own father’s services last week Dave. I got to know Lloyd pretty well working at the Pimple Shop back in the day, he was one of the most upstanding men I have ever met. I know you will miss him dearly–take care.
Steven Stock and Family
Woodland Park, CO
My most sincere condolences to the Nyberg family, Lloyd will truly be missed by all.
Brian Roy Olson
Lexington Park, MD
Anonymous
Dave, Patti & Kids, Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad & Grampa, he was a great guy, with a great sense of humor, and a big smile! He will be missed!
Tom & Jessie Seronko
Gladstone, MI
Uncle Lloyd’s family: I was so sorry to learn of Lloyd’s death. Melva emailed the message. Lloyd had a wonderful smile and it was always good to see him on visits to Gladstone. Now there is only Uncle Carl left as a “child of the immigrants.” It’s sad. It’s the way of all flesh. God bless you all. Love, Margie (Virginia’s older daughter)
Margaret A. Passenger
Monroe, MI
Dearest Nyberg Family,
I was sad to learn of Lloyd’s death last week, but then I saw his smile in my mind, and felt the great joy he must be feeling to be in Heaven with your Mom. He is in that wonderful place now, which must be a comfort as you face losing him.
Last September, when I was visiting Gladstone for my 40th class reunion, in my attempt to catch up to him as he left church so I could visit with him, I had to hustle – – he was so spry, and still had that wonderfully warm smile and kind voice. It was really nice to see him again after quite a few years, and I am thankful I had that opportunity.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. And he is etched in our memories – -he was a wonderful part of my growing-up years in the Covenant Church, that is for sure.
Love to all of you! Fondly,
Kristen Olson Lahner
Bainbridge Island, WA
Dear Linda, Sue, Barb, and David,
I was so very sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I still remember his sense of humor when we “hung out” at your house. He was an inspiration at all and a true Swede.
Diane Sjoquist Thompson
Muskegon, MI
Dear Nyberg family,
I was saddened to read of the earthly departure of Mr. Nyberg, but rejoice in his everlasting life with our God. Keeping all in thoughts and prayers.
Much love,
Jeanne (Marmalick) Johnson
Escanaba, MI
Dear Linda, Susan, Barbara and David,
It is with sadness that we send this letter tonight. Your father was a very special man and we will always remember him for his warm smile, his hearty handshake and big heart. He was always there to be of service at our Covenant church in any way he could.
We are so happy that we got to see him when we were up there in October. We pray that God will comfort you during this time.
Peace to his memory.
Carl and Marilyn Olson
Palm Harbor, FL
Sue, Linda, Barb and Dave and families,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I know he was the center of your family. Whenever I would see him he always had a twinkle in his eye and he would be eager to visit. He was so proud of his family!
Take care of yourselves and share memories!
Sue and Dale Jamison
Rapid River, MI
I would like to express my condolences to all of Nyberg family especially his daughter, Barbara. May your faith in God carry you through this difficult time.
Elaine Harris
Westland, MI
We had many good times at Camp Nola. Lloyd always made the best venison potato sausage (Potatis Korv). So long old friend.
Jim Erickson
Fairlawn, OH
I was saddened to hear of the death of Mr. Nyberg. As the father of one of my best friends growing up, Dave, I have fond memories of him. Mr. Nyberg has always been respected as a person of highest character and integrity. His legacy as a Christian husband, father, grandfather, and friend lives on. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Dave, and the rest of the family.
Cory J. Olson
Cincinnati, OH
So very sorry to hear about Lloyd passing, he was a very kind soul, what we knew of him. We are one of his neighbors on 1409 Montana. God Bless~
Michelle & Scott Winkelbauer
Gladstone, MI
For years I would run into Lloyd at the Post Office. He always had a friendly hello and smile for me. Lloyd was always at the kid’s sports events and was very supportive — Gary and I send our thoughts and prayers to you all
Kathy Maynard
Gladstone, MI
Lloyd was one of my very favorite people. I have many fond memories of Lloyd and the entire Nyberg family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lloyd will be missed.
Jon Apelgren
Waterford, WI
The Nyberg family is in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Many fond memories of Lloyd from our time in the Gladstone area.
With sympathy,
David & Evelyn Olson
Harbor Springs, MI
To the Nyberg Family,
Over the years I have heard so many wonderful stories about Lloyd I feel like I know even though I never had the chance to meet him. Dave’s stories reflect how genuine of a person he must have been. It is never an easy thing when one fisherman must tell another goodbye for a final time. Lloyd is probably setting up a deer camp & finding some good fishing spots to share with us in the future as we speak 🙂
Brad Petzke
Gwinn, MI
We are so sorry to hear about Lloyd’s passing. I always remember is big smile and bright rosey cheeks. He was one of the last men that always wore a suit coat to church and I loved that so much.
How wonderful for the family that you were all able to go to Sweden with Lloyd last summer. What great memories you’ll have.
Hugs to all
Nancy
Nancy Goss & Jane Fitzgerald
Fort Worth, TX
Barb, Ron and Aimee – So sorry to hear of your loss. Give each other a big hug and take care.
Love – David and Marsha
David and Marsha Jach
Ann Arbor, MI
Dave and Patty,
Sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are for you and family.
Joe Leonardi
Davison, MI
Barbara and family,
Sorry to hear about your Dad. My Condolences to you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers.
Anita Kemlsey
Livonia, MI
Barb and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I am sure he was an amazing man and father and will be greatly miss by all who knew him. May the Lord wrap you in his arms and give you comfort at this time. May you find comfort in remembering all the fond memories and help bring a smile to your face and knowing he loved you so much. May God help you through these times. You are in our Thoughts and Prayers, always.
Gale Wright
Belleville, MI
Dear David, Patty, Dave & Family:
Our deepest condolences and sympathy to all of you. We have heard so many wonderful things about Lloyd from Dave and just wish that we would have had the opportunity to meet him. We share in your sorrow and loss and want you to know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time. Be strong in your faith and remember that you are in our prayers and thoughts. God’s blessings.
Sincerely,
Bonnie & Wayne Petzke
St. Joseph, MI
Barb & Ron-My deepest sympathy for the loss of your father. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick Logan
Belleville, MI
We were so saddened by the passing of our Step Dad Lloyd. He was such a wonderful husband to our mother, a dear Father to my sisters and I, and the sweetest Grandfather to our children. We all loved him and will cherish his memory in our hearts.
Sharon Sills
New Lenox, IL
To Dave, Patty and the Nyberg family, my sincerest sympathies. I was glad to have the chance to catch up with you even for a bit following my own father’s services last week Dave. I got to know Lloyd pretty well working at the Pimple Shop back in the day, he was one of the most upstanding men I have ever met. I know you will miss him dearly–take care.
Steven Stock and Family
Woodland Park, CO
My most sincere condolences to the Nyberg family, Lloyd will truly be missed by all.
Brian Roy Olson
Lexington Park, MD