1932
2013
P. K. Nance February 1, 1932 - July 15, 2013 Phillip Keith Nance was born on February 1st 1932 in Stillwater, Oklahoma. During the Dust Bowl, Phillip and his family migrated to Madera, California. Known by family and Friends simply as PK, he grew up in Madera until he joined the U.S. Navy, serving for four years during the Korean War. After the war ended, PK returned to the US, married Thelma Lou Renfro, joined the carpenters union (where he worked for 58 years before retiring), and settled in southern California to raise a family. Together, PK and Thelma raised five children: Rod, Joe, Sandy, Belinda, and Robin. He and Thelma went on to have 17 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Being well-balanced and passionate about life, PK was a lifelong artist, a skilled archer, a horse packer, an avid reader, and a woodsman who had a deep appreciation for nature and the great outdoors. As a young couple, PK and Thelma also enjoyed square dancing and spent much of their time organizing and attending dances. PK was a unique blend of honor and wholesomeness, and what distinguished him as a person was that he truly embodied what he wished the world to be. By his example, he taught those around him that there is nothing so kind or gentle as true strength. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. July 31st at Greenlawn Mortuary. www.bakersfield.com/obits
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Robin and family my thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time. I remember when i first met your parents and telling you they are so sweet and then seeing your dad at target . he was a good man and will be missed
shelly zamora
July 31, 2013
Although I only knew P.K. for a short time during my high school years, He and Thelma made a big impact on my life. They both loved the Lord and it showed in the lives that they led. that was BIG and meant a lot to me. May the Lord now give peace and comfort to those left behind until they all meet again. May the circle, be unbroken.....
Earl Gardner
July 29, 2013
There was no greater man, I love you Uncle PK!
Weezie
Aileen Lane
July 25, 2013
To my family, my heart and thoughts are with you all.
Aunt Jane
July 25, 2013
In memory of ur wonderful life
Jerilyn SPencer
July 25, 2013
R.I.P PK .. I am glad that i got a chance to meet u as a young kid you were a great man awsome father and wonderful grand/great grandfather. you will be forever missed
Jerilyn Spencer
July 25, 2013
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