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Jonathan Nord Obituary
JONATHAN JOAQUIN NORD
1973 - 2018
Born November 20, 1973, to Daniel Junior Nord, father, and Jimmie Lee Nord, mother, Jon was lovingly known as Jon-Boy and Jon-Jon to his family and friends.
Jon Attended Bethel Apostolic Academy, Orangewood Elementary, Foothill High School and was presently attending Cal State Bakersfield. He was working toward achieving his Addiction Counseling Certificate.
Jon was outgoing and personable with many hobbies that included making hand-hewn, antler-handled knives. An avid user of Facebook and Messenger, Jon loved street rods and motorcycles and had his first motorcycle at the age of 5. He also competed as a team roper in his 20's and 30's but was known to many in the area for competing in western swing dancing.
Preceded in death by his father, Daniel Nord, and step-father, Don Shetters, Jon is survived by his Mother, Jimmie Shetters, and sisters Kathleen Craig and Karla Birks.
His family would like to thank Jon's special friends Lynn Huckaby, Brad Ray and Kristen Rinehart who assisted him during his brief and unexpected illness.
A candlelight Celebration of Life will be held at the Freedom House, 527 Niles Street, February 24, 2018, at 5 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made to Marley's Mutts, Jon's favorite charity.
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Memories and Condolences
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Judy Lutz
February 19, 2018
As just one of your "adopted families", we are sad to say GOOD BYE.May memories of your humor, kind yet onery heart, never at a loss for often just the right word to help a friend or loved one.. help ease our loss. As always you have been A SPECIAL FRIEND to so many. Rest well darlin, you've earned it. AS ALWAYS, MOM & POP LUTZ DJ,LOLO,KELLY...
Dolores (Frances) Moody (Rutledge)
February 18, 2018
John John I'm still in shock of your passing, But I know your in heaven trying to put the Jonathan Nord spin on your new wings. (You have earned them,) I know you had good times and bad But you alway had such a sweet smile every time we ran into each other. I'll miss your voice and your humor. You were such a caring friend to all who know you. You spoke straight from your heart. Sometimes maybe more then some wanted. I'm going to really miss your greeting ever time I saw You " Hi Frannie " You will hold a special place in my heart (Little Brother from another mother and father ) Tell my mom hello for me I know she was one of the many friends and family that where there to greet you in heaven
Debbie Pruitt
February 16, 2018
Jon-boy was the younger sibling that used to love to tag along and annoy us, as all of our younger siblings did. When he was younger he made us mad and he made us laugh. I am pretty sure he tattled on us a time or two also. As he got older, he was a character and a prankster. We shared a birthday, November 20th..it didn't matter where we were at in life, I could always count on a text or weird phone message on my birthday from Jon-boy. Karla Craig....I love you sister....big hugs to you and your family...
Patricia (Rutledge) Bond
February 16, 2018
I miss you Jon Jon, will see you in the next life, soar high
Patricia (Rutledge) Bond
February 16, 2018
Still at a loss for words, I have so many fond memories of your younger years! Miss Jon Jon see you in the next life!
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