Travis Lee Nelson

Travis Lee Nelson, age 31, died January 27, 2014 from injuries sustained in auto accident.Travis was born on January 9, 1983 in Hanford, California to Howard L. Nelson and Deborah I. (Smith) Nelson. Travis grew up on the ranch with his father and attended school in Avenal, California. While growing up on the ranch Travis started to learn how to drive, operate equipment and work as a mechanic at an early age. Hunting, rodeo, working with livestock, and motor cross were among his hobbies. His passion for the mountains and fire brought him to Wyoming in 2004, while working for United States Forrest Service as a Type II Hotshot. Travis also worked for L & T Inc., Basic Energy, and was security at Bryan's Place and Jake's Tavern. He was employed for Balfour Beatty at time of his death. Travis never married, but had a daughter Molly Carol Antijunti on September 26, 2010 with Baylee Antijunti. When he wasn't working he loved backpacking and mountaineering in the Big Horn National Forest. Travis was known for being brutally honest. Everyone knew where they stood with him and what his opinion was on any given subject. He was a hard worker with leadership skills. He will be remembered as a loyal friend, brother and a father. He is survived by his father Howard L. Nelson of Avenal, California; his mother Deborah I. Nelson of Santa Margarita, California; sister Shawna Barton of Lompoc, California; daughter Molly Carol Antijunti and Molly's mom Baylee Antijunti of Rapid City, South Dakota; His Woodpile Family, Barnes Family and Moriah Stanley "SnackRak;" all from Gillette, Wyoming; and his girlfriend Sandra Merriman of Gillette, Wyoming. Travis was preceded in death by his aunt Carol Carollo. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established for Travis' daughter Molly Carol Antijunti. Memorials and condolences may be sent in Travis' name in care of Gillette Memorial Chapel, 210 West 5th Street, Gillette, WY 82716. Condolences may also be sent via our website at www.gillettememorialchapel.comFuneral Home:Gillette Memorial Chapel210 West Fifth Street Gillette, WYUS 82716