Tony was so much more than a family friend, he became family. We will forever be grateful for the love he showed our family, the joy he brought to our kids, his giving heart, and the many ways he simply showed up for us over the years. His faith, kindness, humor, and friendship left a mark on all of us. We will miss him more than words can say, but I am so thankful he is finally at peace and free from the body that had begun to hold him back. We love you, Tony, and we will carry you with us always.
Anthony "Tony" Nistler
January 31, 1959 ~ September 30, 2026
Born in: Fargo, North Dakota
Resided in: Lake Park, Minnesota
Resided in: Lake Park, Minnesota
Anthony “Tony” Steven Nistler, age 67, of Lake Park, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2026 at Sunnyside Care Center after complications with ALS. He was born on January 31, 1959 in Fargo North Dakota to the late Steve (Harold) and Mary Lou (Kreitinger) Nistler.
Tony graduated from Shanley High School and attended Dickinson State University, where he earned his associate degree in Transportation Engineering. His career in the oil field in Killdeer began shortly after. Tony later returned to Fargo in the mid-1980s where he worked for different local freight transportation companies before going to work for Olson Excavating in Lake Park in 2007. Tony worked there until his retirement in 2025.
Family was very important to Tony and his daughters Nicole and Rochelle were at the center of his life. While living by Lake Park, Tony enjoyed the lake, working hard, playing cards, hunting, singing in the church choir and especially ice fishing. He was active at St Mary of the Lakes Catholic church with the Men’s club and church council.
Tony is survived by his two beloved daughters, Nicole and Rochelle, five sisters and two brothers: Peggy (Steve) Lorz, Mary (Louis) Romero, Katie (Jim) Traynor, Peter Nistler, Paul (Bert) Nistler, Theresa Nistler and Amy (Doug) Scott and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held at St. Mary of the lakes on October 10 with visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. and a funeral mass at 11:00 a.m., with a reception to follow. Friends and family are invited to join in honoring Tony’s life and legacy.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Tony’s memory to JPII.
Services
Visitation: Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
St. Mary of the Lakes Catholic Church
20996 Co Rd 20
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 439-3937
https://stmaryofthelakes.cc/
Add to My Calendar
America/Chicago
2026-10-10 10:00:00
2026-10-10 11:00:00
Anthony "Tony"NistlerVisitation
Visitation
20996 Co Rd 20,Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
Memorial Mass: Saturday, October 10, 2026 11:00 am
St. Mary of the Lakes Catholic Church
20996 Co Rd 20
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 439-3937
https://stmaryofthelakes.cc/
Add to My Calendar
America/Chicago
2026-10-10 11:00:00
2026-10-10 11:00:00
Anthony "Tony"NistlerMemorial Mass
Memorial Mass
20996 Co Rd 20,Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
View current weather.
Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Anthony "Tony" Nistler 's name.
John Paul II Catholic Schools
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
