The following was taken directly from wwww.chandlerpd.com. More information about Officer Nielson and the funeral procession are available on that website as well as a place where you can post your condolences if you desire:

PRESS RELEASE
Visitation and Funeral Arrangements for Ofc. Robert Nielsen
For Immediate Release
Thursday, June 13, 2002 8:00 PM


Contact: Sgt. Ken Phillips
Chandler Police Department
W: (480) 782-4105/ Pg: (602) 340-7873

Chandler, AZ- Arrangements have now been completed for the viewing and funeral of Chandler Police Officer Robert Nielsen. Ofc. Nielsen tragically lost his life in a traffic collision on Wednesday, June 12, 2002.

Viewing: Monday, June 17, 2002 beginning at 6:30 PM. Viewing will continue throughout the evening.

Funeral Services: Tuesday, June 18, 2002 at 8:30 AM.
Both will be held at the Chandler Christian Church located at 1825 S. Alma School Rd. in Chandler.

Internment: Tuesday, June 18, 2002 immediately following the funeral services.
This will be held at The Valley of the Sun Cemetery located at 10940 E. Chandler Heights Rd. in Chandler. The procession route is south on Alma School Rd. to Chandler Heights Rd., then east to the cemetery. A reception will follow at the Chandler Christian Church.

Additional information on the services will be available on Friday, June 14, 2002 by contacting Sgt. Ken Phillips at (480) 782-4105.




By Tricia