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James Michael Nestor, 65, died of lung cancer at the Port Orange Hospice Care Center on Aug. 20, 2010. James was born on June 22, 1945 in Miami, FL to Clare and Anne Nestor. He graduated from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University and received his MBA from Stetson University. James served in the United States Army from 1965 until 1973, attaining the rank of Captain. He served 2 tours of duty as a helicopter pilot in the Vietnam war and was awarded countless medals, including the Purple Heart. On June 29, 1985, James married Janet Simmers and they recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary. He lived most of his life in Daytona Beach and worked at Daytona State College as a Business Professor until retiring in Dec. 2007 after 29 years. He will be especially remembered for his years of dedication to higher education. Jim was a member of the Daytona Beach Golf Club and was the 2002 Daytona Beach Men's Golf Assoc. Senior Champion. His only regret was never getting a hole in one. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 4401, a member of the American Legion Post 361 and the Halifax River Moose Lodge. Jim had a great love of family, golf, and his "Devil Dog" Rudy. Survivors include his wife, friend and lover, Janet; as well as his mother, Anne, Port Orange; daughter, Kimberly Simon and her husband, Shawn and children, Amy, Kevin, Natalee and great-granddaughter, Abby, of Columbus, Ga.; daughter, Heather Schwegler and her husband, Edward and children, Edward, Jr. and Alexis, Edgewater. Jim will be greatly missed by his in-laws, relatives, friends, former co-workers, golf buddies and students. He was preceded in death by his father, Clare and his in-laws, Betty and Andrew Sabo. Family and friends are cordially invited to attend a Memorial Service at the Embry Riddle Interfaith Chapel on Sat., Aug. 28, 2010 at 2 pm. A celebration of his life is to follow at Daytona Beach Golf Course Clubhouse on Wilder Blvd. at 3:30 pm. Please join us. Flowers are welcome or donations may be made to the Halifax Health Hospice of Volusia/Flagler County, who helped Jim pass away peacefully and with dignity.
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Don Callison
September 3, 2010
I wish to extend most sincere condolences on behalf of myself, D Troop Third of Fifth Air Cavalry and the War Wagons. Jim (One One) will not be forgotten. Hand Salute.
One Four
Jeanne Warner
August 31, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Jim Nestor. He was definitly one of the best instructors I have ever had. I have missed our early morning chats at the picnic table over coffee. I have thought of him often and know we shall meet again. You will be missed, Jim and your family is in my prayers.
Johnny Hutcherson
August 30, 2010
Sorry to hear about Jim. He was a true American. His country will miss him.
I serviced with Jim in Vietnam 1968.
Mary Lou & Butch Spahr
August 29, 2010
Jan
Our deepest sympathy on your loss. He will always be in our thoughts and prayers and dearly missed
Mary Lou & Butch Spahr
August 29, 2010
Jan
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. He will be always in our thoughts and prayers and dearly missed.
Debbie Kennedy
August 27, 2010
Dear Janet and Family,
You and your family are in my prayers. I will miss Jim so much. He always kept me laughing as well as getting me to bark like a hunting dog. He will be missed so much. If you need anything please let me know. I love you lots.
Love,
Debbie and Doug Kennedy
Pamela Dawes
August 26, 2010
Janet,
My deepest sympathy. As you know, I waked in your shoes just one year ago. You are in my prayer. Love, Pam
August 26, 2010
To Jim's family and relatives: I didn't know Jim well personally but as a colleague he was one of the most dedicated professionals I knew. My sincere sympathy to the Nestor family.
C. Carroll, Port Orange, FL
Terri DiGiacomo
August 26, 2010
It's sad to see that he passed. I enjoyed working with him, and taking the courses he taught. He was a real stand up guy with a great sense of humor. I'll never forget him, our conversations, or his advice. Sad to see him go. Terri DiGiacomo
Susie Swain
August 26, 2010
Janet,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda Sullivan
August 25, 2010
I missed Jim's smiling face at DBCC. We always had fun and he loved teaching all the students. He was a friend to everyone. He loved bragging about his family and his golf game. Sorry to hear of his passing. Take Care.
Nancy Vitagliano
August 25, 2010
Dear Janet
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I had the pleasure of working with Jim as Secretary to the Business Division at DBCC (now Daytona State). He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
August 25, 2010
OUR DEAR JIM, PLEASE REST IN PEACE AND SAVE US A PLACE NEAR YOU. I WILL NEVER FORGET MY FONDEST MEMORY OF YOU AS BOOBY GALORE AT THE HALLOWEEN PARTY AT THE EAGLES.
JAN, YOUR LOSS IS SO GREAT AND I HOPE YOU WILL RELAY MY SYMPATHY TO THE REST OF HIS FAMILY. WITH THE HELP OF GOD YOU WILL MAKE IT THROUGH THIS HARD TIME. RELY ON THE GOOD TIMES YOU HAD TO REMEMBER THE LOVE YOU BOTH SHARED. MAY YOU AND JIMS FAMILY FIND PEACE IN HIS PASSING AND KNOW THAT HE HAS A PERMANENT PLACE WITH ANGELS...HE WILL ALWAYS BE SMILING DOWN ON US...
CAROL BARLOW, PAST MADAM PRESIDENT F.O.E. 4401 AUXILIARY
August 25, 2010
Dear Janet and Family
Sincere sympathy in Jim's passing. It was a great pleasure working with Jim while he was here at Daytona State. He was a good friend to all and he especially loved helping the students.
Evelyn Delaney
Charlie Stout
August 25, 2010
Jim will forever be missed by all his friends and club members. Charlie Stout Eagles 4401
Teresa Campbell
August 25, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear about Mr. Nestor's passing. I enjoyed working with him at DBCC. Peace be with your family.
Jim and Ellen Marengo
August 25, 2010
Janet,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jim will be missed by all.
Fran D'Avanzo-Schrader
August 24, 2010
Sincerest sympathy to Jim's family. May his spirit and love be with you always.
Fran D'Avanzo-Schrader
former DBCC employee
Floyd and Lynn Klaus
August 24, 2010
Janet,
So sorry for your loss, although we didn't know Jim very long, he was one of those guys you knew lived life to the fullest. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Stan & Marilyn Kosileski
August 24, 2010
Janet, there are no words to express how we feel, We will miss Jim very much,The time we had with him, Stan will never forget, just sitting and talking with the both of you, I will never forget, Please keep in touch,We love you, Stan & Marilyn Kosileski,S. Daytona Fl.
Debra Geberlein
August 24, 2010
Janet, there are no words to comfort at a time like this. I just hope you know that my Love and prayers will always be with you.
Deb and Ken
Peggy Schwegler
August 24, 2010
Janet,
May the love of friends and family surrond you and carry you through your time of grief. Love,Peggy Schwegler
Carolyn Sabo
August 24, 2010
Janet, I am so sorry for your loss, Know that I have you in my prayers. Your cousin up north - Carolyn
Alyson Devlin
August 24, 2010
Dear Janet,
Just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and my heart goes out to you. You've always been a great friend over the years and I hope you know that if there's anything you need, just ask.
Love Alyson
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