On February 22, 2014, Raysha Renee Gladfelder Nielsen, 21, while enjoying the beauty of the snow-covered mountains on her snowmobile, was called home by our loving Heavenly Father who granted our sweet Raysha her angel wings. Words cannot adequately describe our love and appreciation for the wonderful person she was to so many.

Raysha was born on July 9, 1992, in Logan, Utah, to Richard and Shellie Jackson Gladfelder. Raysha made spending time with her family a priority. Her favorite adventures include numerous family vacations, boating in Lake Powell, snowmobiling, dining out, planning the next family party and going to see Christmas lights at Temple Square.

She attended Sky View High School, Utah State University and Bridgerland Applied Technology College. Raysha worked as a Finance Manager at the family owned companies, Renegade Sports and Renegade Rentals. From a young age she cherished alone time with her father, her best friend. Many memorable hours were spent together in the shop, traveling to races, and just hanging out.

Raysha had her mom’s beautiful smile, determination and magnetic charm. She had a contagious positive attitude and a self-less energy that touched the hearts of all who knew her. Raysha was named after her grandma Renee, whom she had a special undeniable bond with.

Raysha was the proud mother of Traxton Dwayne Nielsen. Traxton is the joy of her life and the center of her world. She enjoyed many activities with Traxton. Traxton has now begun racing snowmobiles like his mom and has assumed her number – 113.

Raysha loved life. She was a very driven and talented woman, who through the love and support of family and friends accomplished many things. At age 13 she began snowmobiling and at 15 became a Pro World Champion Hill Climb racer. It is through this outlet that she established the foundation, “Racing for a Cure”, to raise funds in the fight against cancer. Raysha designed and sold t-shirts to raise money as well as donating ALL of her race winnings to this cause.

We as a family promise that we will do everything in our power to keep your efforts for "Racing for a Cure" going in your honor.

We love and forever will miss you Raysha!