Darrell W. Nield - Walker Funeral Home

Darrell W. Nield passed away on July 21, 2021, in his home. Darrell was born December 7, 1929, in Montepelier, Bear Lake County, Idaho. He is the son of LaVar Broadbent Nield and Rhena Emily Wilkes Nield.

He graduated from Bear Lake High School in Montpelier in 1948. Shortly after graduation, he attended Brigham Young University, prior to his mission. At the end of the school year, he was called on a two-year mission to East Central States for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Upon returning home, he was drafted into the United States Marine Corps, where he served as a chaplain’s assistant for two years. While in the military, he married Waneen M. Moses in the Salt Lake Temple. They lived in Santa Ana, California, while he was stationed at El Toro Marine Corps Air Station.

After 22 months they returned to Montpelier, where he worked with his brother-in-law for the early part of the summer. He was then given the opportunity to be Water Front Director at the Tendoy Council Scout Camp on the east side of Bear Lake.

He and Waneen then moved to Provo to complete his education at BYU. He graduated with a degree in Physical Education. At this point, they moved to Spanish Fork, where he was hired to develop a physical education program in the Spanish Fork Junior High School, and coach athletics. He was influential in the expansion of several additional sports and competitions within the school district. He loved teaching. Darrell also became a roofing contractor and provided jobs for many of the boys in the community.

After retiring from teaching, he served in the Provo Temple for 20 years. He loved serving the Lord. He had many church callings, including serving in the presidency of the Sunday School and the MIA, in the High Priest group leadership, and in the bishopric. He loved serving in every calling he had the opportunity to do.

He is survived by two sons: D. Kurt Nield (Debbie) of Payson, Utah; Garth Nield (Carol) of Fort Worth, Texas; two daughters: JoLyn (Allen) Hanks of Spanish Fork, Utah; and Jana Lei (Ted) Dilworth of Rupert, Idaho. Preceding him in death are his parents; his beloved wife, Waneen; his son-in-law, Allen Hanks; and his grandson, Charles Webster.

Viewing Friday, July, 30 6:00-8:00 pm at Walker Funeral Home. 187 South Main st Spanish Fork, Ut

Viewing Saturday, July 31, 11:45 -12:45 at a Church. 781 East 400 North Spanish Fork, Ut

Service Saturday, July, 31 1:00 pm at a Church. 781 East 400 North Spanish Fork, Ut

Interment will be held at the Spanish Fork City Cemetery, with military honors.

The service will be livestreamed on the Walker Funeral Home Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Walker-Funeral-Home-323723910995541

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Sharon Atwood Creer says

July 23, 2021 at 10:58 pm

Family, your dad will always be my favorite. He was a great friend to my parents. Never showed anger, and gave tbe best hugs. I wish you all the comfort in knowing you can be together again.

Rick Taylor says

July 24, 2021 at 4:33 am

Darrell was and inspiring leader to you the young men he coached and instructed in school. Always helpful and incurring. Dedicated teached you could always talk with, A good man, later on a good friend. He will be missed. I can still hear there those word, “taylor you can climb that rope clear to the top. So just do it.”

Ken says

July 24, 2021 at 3:17 pm

Sorry for your loss. Knew Darrell, when I was in the same ward.

Charles & Audra Thorpe says

July 25, 2021 at 5:19 am

Mr. Neild as we called him at school was a terrific example and kind to those in his classes. He always had a smile to share and made you feel comfortable when you visited with him. We enjoyed seeing him at the Payson Temple every week.

Gary J Measom says

July 25, 2021 at 9:14 pm

I am so sorry about the passing of your father. I have always admired him from the time I was 12 years old taking Lifesaving from him at the Spanish Fork swimming pool to having the opportunity to be his Bishop and later caring for him as his nurse in the hospital.

Joyce Boot says

July 26, 2021 at 6:08 am

Your dad was always kind to us, we are sorry for your loss, you’re in our prayers and may you have the Lords comfort with you.

Brent Marrott says

July 27, 2021 at 1:40 am

So Sorry Kurt and family. You Dad was very fair and supportive.

Lew THOMAS says

July 27, 2021 at 5:32 pm

Coach, Darrell Neild, was an inspirational and valiant servant of the Lord. I know that the Lord is happy to have this great son return and has a great mansion prepared for him. I know Darrell was prepared and desirous to graduate to the next part of his life. He influenced so many people in his life by his example and friendship. I truly wish the best for his family during the sorrowful times ahead.

Heidi says

July 28, 2021 at 3:04 am

Papa I love you! Your have been my guiding light. Your inspiration and love will be missed by everyone you met. I love you.

Kellie M Barnhurst says

July 30, 2021 at 6:52 pm

Jo –
I remember quite fondly your Dad coming to the clinic to visit and for the wonderful little ornaments he made and gave to each of us. I’m grateful to know that he’s with your Mom again. Much love, Kellie Barnhurst

Tom Hodgson says

August 6, 2021 at 3:44 pm

Coach Nield, I’m so sorry to learn about your passing. To his family and loved ones I send thoughts and prayers. Coach was a kind and genuine man. He was always concerned about those he taught. Rest in Peach Coach.

Darrell W. Nield December 7, 1929 - July 21, 2021

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11 Condolences for Darrell W. Nield