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Joseph Nabholz Obituary
JOSEPH VINCENT NABHOLZ, 62, of Woodbridge, VA, formerly of Memphis, died February 23, 2008 in Woodbridge. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, February 28 at Canale Funeral Directors, Memphis, TN. Mass will be said at 10 a.m. Friday, February 29 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with burial in Calvary Cemetery. He was a Senior Biologist/Ecologist with the Environmental Protection Agency in Washington, D.C., where he served for 29 years. He was a graduate of Christian Brothers University, received a PhD from the University of Georgia, and was a member of many ecological associations. He was decorated with the Army Commendation medal with oak leaf cluster for service in Vietnam from 1969 to 1970 and was a communicant at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Lake Ridge, VA. He was the beloved husband of Sue Winterburn Nabholz and devoted father of Karen Nabholz Stemerman and Pamela Michelle Nabholz. He leaves a son-in-law, Jonathan Stemerman; a brother, Marty Nabholz of PA; two sisters, Ann Nabholz Smith of Memphis and Jeanne Nabholz Nicholson of Collierville. He will be missed by family, friends and colleagues from around the world. Flowers or a donation to the American Heart Association are welcome. Canale Funeral Directors 901-452-6400To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Ray Marr
March 7, 2008
Fifty years ago at a summer school organized by Father Henon, Vince Nabholz taught my older brother and me our Latin to become altar boys at St. Anne Church on Highland in Memphis; his Latin always had a rather authentic-sounding accent. He was then three years ahead of me at St. Anne School. He was a quiet, intelligent, reliable, non-ostentatious guy, who after graduating from Christian Brothers High School in May 1963, spent a year or two in the seminary at St. Bernard's in Alabama in pursuit of a long-time vocational decision. By the time I entered Christian Brothers College in September 1965, he had left the seminary and was a sophomore at the College majoring in biology. The next academic year (1966-1967) we were in Organic Chemistry together, and our senior year (Spring 1968) we were among a minority of perhaps eight in a Christology course who were not student Brothers.
He probably eked out a semester or two at the University of Georgia before being drafted, because I next saw him about dusk at CBC in 1969 while on leave just after he completed his basic training (or advanced individual training). Characteristically, he had prepared for his military induction by setting out for himself a rather rigorous physical training program, which he commended to me to make Army basic training easier, as I was about to be drafted too. In succeeding years I saw him briefly at his parents' home in Memphis at Christmas a couple of times after 1971, enough to learn that he had earned his doctorate at the University of Georgia; his younger brother, Marty, was a close highschool friend. He was a religiously committed man of integrity, the sort of person with whom I wish I had kept in better contact over the years and a man whose loss would be deeply felt by all who were privileged to know him.
Tom Brennan
March 3, 2008
Vince was a brilliant guy. His work on the EPA's new chemical program was really outstanding. He also had a world wide reputation as being a trusted source at EPA for information on scientific modeling activites and was often contacted for advice. Vince was a great guy and really liked running the OPPT coffee club. He will be missed.
Madonna and Marco Esteban
March 2, 2008
Marco and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of my dear cousin,Vince. As I told Sue by phone he and all his family will be in our prayers. To Sue,Karen, Pam,Marty, Ann, and Jennie ; We are so sorry not be have been with you during the services. May all your happy memories comfort you in your grief.
Dan Skelton
March 2, 2008
God bless and farewell for now, Vince. My prayers for your soul and for the consolation of all who mourn your passing.
dan skelton
Regina Spears
March 2, 2008
Jerry & I want Sue, Pam & Karen to know that we are keeping them in our Prayers. We have not seen Vince since we were so much younger in Memphis, but remembering him and all the Sunday morning visits at Mamas does bring a smile to my heart. He was always gentle and kind as a young boy and I am sure that followed him through his life.
We are sorry we were unable to be there for the services but we were there in spirit. I also want to give Marty, Ann & Jeanne our deepest sympathy. You will also be in my prayers.
My Love to all.
Regina & Jerry
David Mauriello
February 29, 2008
Vince was a wonderful colleague at EPA who earned the respect of all those who came into contact with him. He was also a true friend who will be sorely missed.
Bill Waugh
February 28, 2008
An outstanding scientist. A dedicated public servant. Friend to many. Respected by all. He left footprints on our heats.
Dick Park
February 28, 2008
Vince was a well respected, hard-working friend and colleague, known also for forwarding truly funny cartoons. I always looked forward to seeing him at scientific meetings. I can't believe he is gone.
Larry Newsome
February 28, 2008
Two weeks ago I told Vince that I considered him my friend while sharing information, and sincerely he said I'm your friend. Truely,Vince was a great person on many levels and words nor stories of admirations about Vince can replace what we have loss.
Neighbor, Colleague, and Friend,
Michael Cimino
February 28, 2008
Vince inspired his colleagues with his grasp of scientific issues, not only in his own speciality but in related ones as well. Even more, he was the heart and soul, and funny bone, of EPA. His passing leaves a huge gap. We shall miss him, but we are glad to have known him. My condolences & prayers.
Greg McCarney
February 27, 2008
Vince was a technical professional whose expertise and ability were highly respected; no doubt his loss is very difficult for his EPA colleagues.
My sincere condolences to his family.
Flora Chow
February 27, 2008
I am so very sorry for your loss. I miss Vince, as friend and colleague.
Edwin Bisinger
February 27, 2008
I have known Vince for many years professionally, as a dedicated EPA scientist and as a gentleman. He will be irreplacable. My prayers go out to Vince's family and friends.
Lilly Nabholz Hess
February 27, 2008
Sorry I can't be there to say farewell to Vince. Haven't seen him in years but remember him fondly when he came to visit his cousins in Arkansas. I know he will be missed by his family. My deepest sympathy.
Leonard Keifer
February 27, 2008
You have my deepest sympathy, Vince will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
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