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Donald L. Nultemeier
Virginia Beach - Donald L. Nultemeier, 67, died January 15, 2013 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital after a brief illness due to a rare blood disorder. He was born in Aberdeen, South Dakota and taught music for 37 years in the Va. Beach School System before retiring in 2008.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Dorothy Nultemeier and his sister Ceylon Hoffman. He is survived by his devoted wife of 25 years, Sharon, and children Tara Nultemeier , Brent Nultemeier (Jen), Charles Kerr, and Lauren Kerr LaClaire (James), his beloved grandchildren Dalton and Kelsey Kerr, Lucas and Katherine LaClaire, and Ava, Charlotte, and Libby Nultemeier. Also cherishing his memory are his sisters Merrily Jepson (Bill) and Sheryl Froiland (Bob) as well as a host of nieces, nephews, numerous family and friends. Patricia Laurence is the former wife of the deceased and mother to Tara and Brent.
Music was an integral part of Don's life from early childhood when he began performing with his three sisters as the "Don Nulte Trio." He earned his Bachelor of Music degree in Percussion Performance at the University of Iowa and later his Masters Degree. While in college he was selected to represent the United States along with the University of Iowa Band as cultural ambassadors to Europe and Russia. He served in the U.S. Army and was proud to be a member of the Continental Army Band. While stationed at Ft. Monroe he fell in love with the Tidewater area and developed a passion for sailing. He settled with his family in Va. Beach and began his teaching career.
Don taught music at Lynnhaven and Windsor Woods Elementary Schools, and then moved on to Princess Anne Middle School. In addition to serving as Choral Director, he produced and directed a professional performance group of junior high and high school students in his personal time. The popular group sang and danced at numerous venues throughout the area.
In 1984 Don began his 25 year run as Choral Director at Princess Anne High School. His students shone in lavish Broadway productions, holiday and spring concerts and competitions. The choirs won countless awards and superior ratings throughout his years at PAHS. His students and their achievements meant the world to him.
Don loved life and lived it to the fullest. He spent his retired years enjoying his pool, traveling , gardening, and indulging his grandchildren. He'll be remembered as "larger than life" in all his endeavors and will be greatly missed by many.
A celebration of his life will be held on May 4 at 3 p.m. at Princess Anne High School Auditorium. To honor his legacy, donations may be made to the Donald L. Nultemeier Memorial Scholarship at PAHS Chorus Parents Association, P.O. Box 62685, Va. Beach, VA 23466.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Apr. 28, 2013.
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Rhonda Stapel

May 5, 2013

Nulte will always be remember by me for his command of the students time and making sure that they got though their class. He was a strict professional, but would bend over backwards to help them. As the costume person from 1998-2002 I had the privilege of seeing him in action. The students respected him and that's why they were able to go on the trips to New York, the Bahamas, etc..... For that reason I will be forever greatful. He will be greatly missed.

Karla Hord

May 4, 2013

I Remember Mr. Nultemeier as a very passionate, strict teacher whose respect one had to earn. Once you had his approval, you felt the warmpth of his approval. Brent, I am so sorry about the passing of your Dad. Trent took his music appreciation class and I remember his respect for your Father.

Bless you and your family.

Sincerely,

Laura Robbins

laura robbins

May 3, 2013

I can still remember watching Mr. Nultemeier walk down the halls of Windsor Woods Elementary school wearing his full length fur coat. By his swift strides and briefcase by his side, I sensed he was very important and purposeful. He commanded attention just walking. He was also very passionate about music and wanted us students to feel the same. He took elementary kids with no special talents and transformed them into actors and actresses who would sing Broadway performances like "Fiddler on the Roof" and "South Pacific!" The sets were over-the-top with vivid decoations and unbelievlable props. I would watch Mr. Nultemeier as he passionately directed these performances, his hair frantically moving all the time by the intensity of his head motions. His classroom and house were decorated to the "N"th degree for holidays like Christmas and Halloween just so we could experience something above average during our music class times. You see, that's how I remember Mr. Nultemeier. I'm 47 years old and still remember my music teacher. His impression is forever lasting. He lived with purpose and passion and that has made all the difference. I will always remember Mr. Nultemeier and thank him for demonstrating how to grab hold of life and live it. Thank you Mr. Nultemeier. Gaynor Fischl Heine

Gaynor Heine

May 2, 2013

One of my fondest memories of Nultemeier was when he took us to attend our first performance at the Virginia Opera. The other kids seemed to be so bored at the performance but I was in heaven! I didn't know what the singers were saying but thought to myself. Wow! I would love to be able to sing like that one day. In that single moment, I knew that I wanted to be professional opera singer. Thank you Nulte! I will always treasure this pivotal moment in my life!

Syrina Gudnitz

May 1, 2013

Nult changed my life in ways he will never know. I was proud to be his student and friend after graduation. I will miss him dearly!

Jennifer Keys

May 1, 2013

Don was my favorite cousin when i was a little girl, I followed him everywhere just to be with him. I had a crush on him as a young teenager when he was playing drums in the Don Nulte Trio. He will be remembered with love and affection. Blessings, Jann Hija

Jann Hija

May 1, 2013

We were honored and happy to be a part of fund raisers such as selling flowers to help raise money for chorus members activities. Our daughter, Chrissie Bedwell, was a member of Nult's Awesome choral groups throughout her high school years and we loved being part of them also. Nult was one of a kind. R.I.P Mr.Nultemeier. You will always be in our hearts, and be a part of our memories.

Paul and Barbara Keim

April 30, 2013

I was in fifth grade in Windsor Woods Elementary when Mr Nultemeier arrived in his platform shoes. We were all just mesmerized. He started a real chorus for the sixth and seventh grades. The first year he had them do a production of South Pacific that was just so awesome. I had to audition to be in the Chorus when I got to sixth grade. I was so happy to make it in. We got to do Fiddler On The Roof. After our performance he invited us all to his house for a huge pizza party. Then fast forward to PAHS where my daughter was in the orchestra and got to accompany the chorus in their Christmas production. Which was another one of Mr Nultemeier's amazing creations. He was such a gift to all who were lucky enough to know him even for a little while. RIP NULTE WE WILL MISS YOU!!

Victoria Evans (Spear)

April 30, 2013

His talents will live forever in the many lives he touched.

Ruth Mallek

April 29, 2013

A kind, talented and gentle man,who will be missed forever!

Rita Weimorts Smith

April 29, 2013

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April 28, 2013

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