John Anthony NITKA

Thinking of you and your family today, John. Love and prayers.

My condolences to the Nitka Family. I was saddened to hear of Mr. Nitka's passing. I have long wanted to thank him for helping me find my way when I was a young troubled teen. It has been almost 30 years since I last saw him after leaving THS, but not a day has passed that I don't think of the caring guidance he offered that changed the course of my life. RIP Mr. Nitka and THANK YOU!!!

I have such fond memories of Mr. Nitka. He kept us laughing and challenged. RIP. Class of 81.

Though I didn't get to see you for many years, I'm sure your warm laugh and kind nature will be missed by many along with me.

My condolences to the Nitka family for their loss. Mr. Nitka's intensity and animation was not only inspirational on the field but also in the classroom, and this resonates with me to this day. He will be missed.

I enjoyed my eight years as John's colleague at Palo Verde. We had many great discussions about history and teaching. We both were bitten by the collecting bug (my interest is in records). He will be missed by many.

Loved him as a teacher and coach back in the 80's. He was a great person and will be missed.

so sorry for your loss...he made my football experience a happy time for me and others..remember he explained the dangers of driving in a
way i still recall..he was and is a good man

Mr Nitka was a teacher to my daughters Erica and Elizabeth Leyva at Palo Verde HS. But we first met him as Erica's softball coach. He was an amazing man and coach. He will be dearly missed.