Services for Ernie Nissen, 64, Storm Lake motel operator, were held at the First Presbyterian Church in Manning Thursday.

Nissen lived most of his life here, where he operated a pool hall and was night marshal for many years. He is survived by his wife, Bertha (Ohde) Nissen, a son, Merlin Nissen, Denison, a daughter, Betty (Mrs. Leland) Cobb, Fort Dodge, four brothers, and three sisters.

A son, Ernest John Nissen, Jr. was killed over the Aegean Sea during a bombing mission on June 9, 1944; the body was never recovered.
Des Moines Tribune December 25, 1953