Keely Anne Nielsen, 53, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025 at Boundary Community Hospital with her family at her side. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 6, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 6568 Alderson Lane, Bonners Ferry.
Keely was born on August 2, 1972 in Portland, Oregon, the daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth Driscoll Egner, the youngest of three girls. She lived her youth in Gresham, Oregon, and graduated from Gresham High School in 1990. She met her future husband, Dane, in high school and they were married in 1991. They welcomed three children into their family, Duke, Bayleigh and Dakota.
Keely was known as a fun loving and goofy person. She enjoyed being with her friends and family being outdoors, hiking and camping. She enjoyed gardening and growing flowers. She truly liked to help others and could be found serving people in many different capacities.
She was very active in her church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and loved to serve where she was called. She was active in the youth and primaries helping the young generation find their faith.
Keely is survived by her husband, Dane, her children, Duke, Bayleigh and Dakota, grandchildren, Dallas and Hayes, mother Elizabeth, and sisters Kim and Kirsten. She was preceded in death by her father and her grandparents.
Our most deepest and sincerest condolences. May Heavenly Father comfort all those related to her.
Not our Keeley! Sweet, Amazing, sassy, helpful, fantastic Mom, Grams, and Friend. We will miss you so so much!! I cannot wait to see you again someday soon.
My deepest condolences to all of the family. My heart is grieving with yours. Sending my love to each of you.