Twila was born October 24, 1935, in Estherville, Iowa, the daughter of Loren and Evelyn (Clemenson) Nelson. She was salutatorian of her Graettinger High School graduating class, and she was a graduate of Mankato Business College. Following her her education, Twila began working at Thorp Credit in Estherville. She began as a secretary, and worked her way up to management. She traveled the country training people throughout the Thorp business network.
Twila retired at age 50 to help take care of her parents. Twila was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church in Graettinger. She served as president for the Elvis and Allen Dale Fan Clubs. Twila enjoyed traveling with her parents taking many trips to Hawaii and Las Vegas. She loved animals and enjoyed writing letters to friends living out of the area.
On February 15, 2013, Twila passed away at the Lakeside Lutheran Home in Emmetsburg.
Twila was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Lyle "Speed" Culbertson. She is survived by many cousins and friends.[more]