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Nestor Evancevich Obituary
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for Nestor Evancevich
Melana Pejakovich
September 21, 2002
My sincerest condolences to Melanie and his son, Nestor, Jr. -- the lights of his life -- and about whom he spoke with such love and joy.
Vjecnaja Pamjat, Nestor!
David Wargowski
September 8, 2002
My sincere condolences to all in Nestor's family. He will always be remembered for his dedication and contributions to Illinois bicycle racing. He will be deeply missed.
Bill Hannahs
September 7, 2002
Nestor used to tell me about a review he once read, a test ride of the exact bike Lucian Van Impe rode to victory in the Tour de France. "The bike was nothing special -- simplex derailleurs," he told me, "what was special was the way it was ridden." He'd explain to me, "you could buy a truckload of bikes fancier, but to ride a bike just once like Van Impe could ride -- that was what bike racing was all about."
Nestor stood head and shoulders above us not because of his height or because he promoted bicycle racing so well, but because he promoted sportsmanship.
One can only be inspired to live just one day as honestly and thoroughly as he did each and every day.
My deepest condolences to the Evancevich family and the family of cyclist everywhere whose lives were touched by this great man.
Dennis Ellertson
September 7, 2002
My deepest sympathy in this time of sorrow.
Vaso Pokrajac
September 6, 2002
Please accept my sympathy.
Sorry to hear about your loss.
Ian Lochridge
September 6, 2002
I was saddened to read of Nester's passing from this life. He brought joy, passion and conviviality to Midwest bicycle racing, especially for masters racers (amateurs over 30 years of age) who shared his love for two-wheeled competition. I join the many who will miss his positive influence in our lives. My condolences extend to his wife, Melanie, and family.
Terri Campbell
September 5, 2002
My condolences to Nestor's family, especially his son Nestor Junior. Nestor Senior would always talk about "my kid, my kid" in a way he was very proud of. Nestor Sr.'s work in bicycling will never be equaled and will be greatly missed.
Kuma Jan
September 5, 2002
S. S. S. Sloboda has lost another great singer. Nestor always wore a smile which always put a smile on others. I noticed his eyes always lit up when he spoke of Melanie. You could tell he loved to sing when you read his Pevaj Mi column. Now he is singing with all of our other angels. Vjecna Ja Pamjat
Steve Brady
September 5, 2002
Nestor was great supporter of cycling and all riders and officials share your grief.He will be sorely missed.
The Staff of Thornridge Funeral Home
September 5, 2002
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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