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Rolf Neslund Missing Person Case

Last seen in Lopez Island, Washington on Aug 05, 1980

Victim Details

Aug 20, 2014

Jun 19, 2023

Rolf

Neslund

124

79

70 inches

74 inches

175 lbs

200 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Aug 05, 1980

Lopez Island

Washington

San Juan County

No

23433

San Juan County Sheriff's Office

Friday Harbor

Washington

San Juan County

98250

96 2nd Street North, Washington

3603784151

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.sanjuanco.com/344/Sheriff

San Juan County Sheriff's Office

Gray or Partially Gray

Unknown

Unknown

07/03/2026


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In the quiet island community of Lopez Island, Washington, a story of a turbulent marriage and a mysterious disappearance unfolded in the late summer of 1980. 79-year-old Rolf Neslund, a retired sea captain, was last seen at his home on August 5, 1980. A native of Norway, Rolf had a storied past, including a notable incident in 1978 when he captained a freighter that struck the West Seattle Bridge. He lived on the peaceful island with his wife, Ruth, but their life together was far from serene. ...
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Last Seen: Aug 05, 1980

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  • Ruth Neslund murders her husband, Rolf Neslund, on Lopez Island ...
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    I’ve always been intrigued by the part about Rolf's car being found at the Anacortes ferry termina... ...Read More
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