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David Nordstrom Obituary

David B. Nordstrom, 59, beloved son of Ruth (Hultgren) Nordstrom and the late Hilding S. Nordstrom, died on Sunday, October 5th in Charlton.

He leaves his sister, Carol, wife of William Morrissey of Charlton; a niece, Kristin Morrissey of Worcester; his step-daughter, Theresa Braley of Worcester, his grandchildren, Christopher, Matthew and Connor Braley of Newton and Patrick, Shannon and Madison Braley of Worcester. He also leaves two former wives, Barbara Koleshis and Nancy Riley, who remained his friends to the end. His nephew, Matthew Morrissey and his dog, Brandy predeceased him.

He attended Oxford High School and received a Bachelor's Degree with Summa Cum Laude honors from Worcester State College. He also received his Master's Degree with Summa Cum Laude honors from Assumption College in Worcester. David worked as a chemist in Research & Development at Dacor Manufacturing Company in Worcester for many years, and also worked as a Counselor for many years in Worcester and Fitchburg areas before retiring with a disability.

He enjoyed reading, fishing, wood carving, wood working and spending time outdoors hiking.

A graveside service will be held on Sunday, October 12 at 1:15 PM at North Side Cemetery in Charlton. A Celebration of David's life will follow at the Millbury VFW Post #3329, 16 South S. Main St., Millbury. Arrangements in the care of, LINDQUIST LUNDIN FUNERAL HOME, 36 Butler St. Worcester. To place an online condolence please visit

www.lindquistlundin.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Oct. 10, 2008.

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Rick Mcclellan

October 20, 2008

To the family members of David: I was terribly saddened to learn of the death of David. He was not only a counselor he was a friend. I am thankful to have known David he truly touched my life & for that I will be forever grateful. God Bless You All
Rick McClellan

Sheryl Parker

October 13, 2008

Dear Ruth, Carol & Bill, and Kristen,
I was so very sorry to read of your loss. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Warren Nordstrom Jr.

October 12, 2008

Dear Ruth
Were feeling sorrow for your lost of a love one.
From Ruth Nordstrom & Family wife of the late Warren Nordstrom Sr.

Carol Scanlon

October 10, 2008

Dear Ruth, Carol and Kristen, We read with sorrow the news of the passing of your son, brother and uncle. We pray that God comfort you during this time of your great loss. Carol and Fred Scanlon

Donna DiTaranto

October 10, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

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