Terrence Russell Nielsen, age 34, passed away unexpectedly on January 19, 2017. Terrence was born on April 14, 1982 in Glendale, AZ, and lived in the Phoenix metro area his whole life. He worked as a respected MRI technician in offices throughout the valley and truly enjoyed his job. He was a kind and caring son, brother and friend, and a loving father. One of his greatest talents was making people laugh. Terrence is survived by his father and mother, Jim Nielsen and Kyle Zeigler (George), his beloved son, Collen Nielsen, step-mom “Mom Dee” Andrews, siblings Kerri Bishop (Joshua), Claire Webb (Jeremy), Elise Talbot (Jordan), Adam Stumpo (Theresa), Mike Nielsen, and Nikki Schott. We love you, Terrence, and will miss you deeply until we meet again. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 28, 2017 at Menke Funeral & Cremation Center, 12420 N. 103rd Ave., Sun City, AZ.