About Clair L. Nelson
Lived 1940 – 2019 (aged 78). Clair L. Nelson was an American politician.
Clair L. Nelson (April 22, 1940 – January 13, 2019) was an American politician, businessman, and educator.
Nelson was born in Elk Lake Township, Grant County, Minnesota and graduated from Barrett High School in Barrett, Minnesota. He lived in Barrett, Minnesota with his wife and family. Nelson served in the Minnesota National Guard and graduated from Minnesota State University Moorhead with a bachelor's degree in physical education and mathematics. Nelson served in the Minnesota House of Representatives from 1987 to 1990 and was a Democrat. He was a farmer, builder, and a school teacher. Nelson died at Sanford Health in Bismarck, North Dakota.
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Who was Clair L. Nelson?
American politician – Minnesota -House 1987-90 (District 11B)
When was Clair L. Nelson born?
Clair L. Nelson was born on 22 April 1940 in Elk Lake Township, Grant County, Minnesota.
When did Clair L. Nelson die?
Clair L. Nelson died on 13 January 2019 in Bismarck, North Dakota.
What was Clair L. Nelson's occupation?
Clair L. Nelson was a politician.
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Clair L. Nelson was American.
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