Nicole was born on "Good Friday" at Beale Air Force Base, Marysville, CA, spending the first five years of her life in Sutter, CA, moving to Bakersfield in 1974.

Nicole graduated from North High School, Class of 1987, followed by achieving her B.A. from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and Masters of Administration at Point Loma. Never intending to have a career in Education, it became her passion.

Preceded in death by her brother Nick Slayton, she is survived by her parents Kalyn and Kay Slayton of Bakersfield and Garrett Cerotsky (Gwen) of Springfield, MO, brothers Jeff Slayton (Lynette) of Bakersfield, Chris Slayton (Lisa) of Pinehurst, NC, and much loved niece and nephews; Shelby Denzinger (Ben), and Spencer Slayton of Los Angeles, CA, Tyler Slayton and Nikolas Slayton of Bakersfield.

A Celebration of Nicole's life will be held at 10:00 am., Saturday, July 30, 2016, Riverlakes Community Church, 4301 Calloway Dr., Bakersfield, CA.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Nicole Cerotsky Scholarship Fund at North High School, 300 Galaxy, Bakersfield, CA 93308.

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest" Matt 11:28.

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Published by Bakersfield Californian from Jul. 24 to Jul. 25, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Nicole Cerotsky

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28 Entries

Luann Edgmon Lancaster

August 7, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of knowing Nicole first as a student at NHS where she was a leader among her peers and later as a colleague. She had a warm personality and wonderful sense of humor. She was sincere and full of compassion as a teacher, as well as a friend.

Lorin & Bonnie Grahn

August 1, 2016

We are so sorry. We have lots of fond memories of Nicole and Robert growing up in Sutter. Our deepest condolences.

Toni Wallace

July 27, 2016

R I P Nicole, gone way too soon darlin'! Class of 1987 always!! ♡ Toni Wallace

Susan

July 26, 2016

I will always remember all the childhood memories we shared. Prayers and hugs to all the family you're cuz Susan

Corby Garay

July 26, 2016

She always had a beautiful smile and encouraging word anytime I saw her on campus. I will miss her presence in the years to come.

Shauna Chatham

July 25, 2016

Class of 1999. She was my teacher for English. Her smile and eyes will aways sparkle. So sorry for your loss she was taken too soon. Will always remember her.

Cindy Maddy

July 25, 2016

Sweet Nicole. Your loving nature reached out and touched so many people young and old. Thanks for spending my 60th birthday with me and making it a wonderful memory of you. May God give much comfort and peace to your family and friends during this time of your passing on to a better place.

K Bjork

July 25, 2016

One of my favorite teachers at North. She was my AVID teacher and English teacher for two years.

My condolences to her family.

Class of 2010

Doug Thompson

July 25, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Nicole was the epitome of the true educator; loved by all of her students and will be missed.

I was proud to have been able to know her while working at North High.

Peace to the family.

B Duke

July 24, 2016

"Ms. C" was my teacher at NHS in 1998 for speech and debate. Although I was not thrilled about the class once I met her and we all fell in a rhythm and it quickly became my favorite part of of the day. We spent many Saturday's at high schools all over the county at competitions. I always thought how cool it was to have her for a teacher then and look back now and can think of so many ways she affected my life 18 years later. So sorry to hear of her passing. Prayers for her family.

Louise Parker

July 24, 2016

Ms.Cerotsky I started North High in 2000 you are the first teacher to come up and asked if I needed help finding my class and I said yes and took them straight to my first. Class you have kind heart and you the sweetest person that I meant the first day of high school at North High you will be truly missed... you impacted a lot of us at North High and you will still do that in heaven with everyone fly high

Gloria Sanchez

July 24, 2016

She was my AVID teacher for two years at North High. She taught me all of the organization and note taking skills that I still rely on to this day in order to do well in college! She always encouraged my quirks as a kid and complimented my style. Even when I would come to school dressed in a wig, looking like Lady GaGa, the kids would make fun of me, but Mrs. Cerotsky was always super supportive of me! She never judged me for being eccentric. She always made me feel good about myself. She also helped me actively volunteer in the community! Thank you for leaving an impact on my life. <3 Love you!!!

Kay millien

July 24, 2016

A wonderful Teacher You will be missed.
Kayleigh Millien class of 2011.

Christina Bates (Christian)

July 24, 2016

I graduated in 2002 from North High and she was my teacher. She will be missed

July 24, 2016

Ms.Cerotsky took good care of us Arvin High students. She went above and beyond to make sure we had what we needed in order to succeed. She ws extremely kind and friendly. I'm glad I was able to meet Ms. Cerotsky she was truly amazing❤. RIP.

KristaLace Clifford

July 24, 2016

English was so fun, which was made possible by your love for your students. Such a sad loss for the educational system.

David Perez

July 24, 2016

Ms Cerotsky was my avid teacher freshman year she was a great teacher who treated everyone fairly im very surprised by her passing and my condolences to her family and friends. R.I.P

Candace De Lay - Hart

July 24, 2016

Mrs Cerotsky was one of my favorite teachers, she was a beautiful individual and and always greeted us with a smile... she will definitely be missed...

Jessica Berumen Mathews

July 24, 2016

We already miss you and your amazing heart! You touched the lives of so many and I know you'll still make an impact in the lives of the students of North High even though you're gone. Love you Nicole!

Erica Andrews

July 24, 2016

So sorry for your loss! Mrs. Cerotsky was a gifted teacher. I remember feeling at peace when I graduated my students from SMS to be in her class. My students said she made learning fun and interesting. She will be missed!

Carolina

July 24, 2016

Always very helpful , and a Great Teacher may you r.i.p ms cerotsky my condolences to your family :(

Amber Moore

July 24, 2016

She made school fun. I truly enjoyed her class. Sad that an amazing wonderful woman is now gone. She will be missed very much. To the family sorry for your loss.

Much love and respect
Amber Moore

July 24, 2016

My deepest sympathies for your loss, May the God of all comfort bring your family peace at this time of deep sorrow.

Joy Tomlinson

July 24, 2016

Thoughts and prayers to your family. Nicole was a wonderful teacher and will be greatly missed.
One time we were watching a video, and she paused it without looking. We started laughing because the video paused on a guy who was in the middle of talking; his eyes were partly closed and his mouth was closely rounded. She turned and looked at it and commented on the placement, and continued with her teaching.
My prayers are with you.

Dick and Cheryl Taylor

July 24, 2016

Our deepest condolences to your family. Nicole had a profound influence on our son and daughter. She will be sorely missed by many.

Merrie Richards

July 24, 2016

A childhood friend of mine. Nicole, you will be missed.

Lori Campbell

July 24, 2016

Being a teacher means you will have a major impact on the world for years to come. Nicole didn't have as much time, but that doesn't mean her impact will be any less great. Praying for all of those who love her.

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