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Bill Nord Obituary

Bill Nord
Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away on January 2, 2014. A life-long resident of San Bernardino, Bill graduated from San Bernardino High School, and CA Baptist University, and used his education to give back to his community through teaching and helping students to improve their lives. Bill was a renowned photographer, traveling the globe to take award winning photographs of people, trains, and buses. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Doris; daughter Stephanie Ross (Terrence), and Son, Brent (Joanna) and 3 grandchildren, Ryan, Breanna, and Adam Nord. His gracious demeanor and love of adventure will be missed by the many lives he has touched through his church service, teaching, and photography. Services will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 1900 D Street, San Bernardino at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 8.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to First Presbyterian Church of San Bernardino.

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Published by San Bernardino County Sun on Jan. 7, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Bill Nord

23 Entries

Unique Mercy

November 11, 2024

Some of the most beautiful pictures I have ever had taken of me were by you... Thank you

Nona Rife Devey

April 26, 2022

Mr. Nord was my fifth grade teacher. The first teacher to ever really see me! He was the kindest person, and I will never forget him as long as I live. I still "Speed Read".

Gwen Conner

January 2, 2015

Well Bill it's a few days shy of a year that you left us. People are still remembering you as though you're still here. You left an impression on those of us who really knew you. RIP my friend. Gone but not forgotten.

Amber Adams

March 7, 2014

In awe that we have lost such a great person. You were such a pleasure to have as an educator. I will remember you always. You touched so many lives and inspired so many of us to continue our education. May you rest in peace.

January 23, 2014

Mr. Nord was my 8th grade English teacher @ Serrano Jr. High. Very classy gentleman! You will be missed! My condolences to you Brent and your family.

Edna Noble

January 13, 2014

We are deeply touched by the passing of Bill Nord. Our family will always remember his smile and jovial conversation. You have our deepest sympathy and we have you in our prayers.

Edna Noble and family.

Tanya Gardner

January 11, 2014

I am so sad to hear about Mr.
Nord. My family at home as well as the Brills shoes family will miss him very much.He was such a wonderful person.Our prayers go out to his family.

Eddie Pedroza

January 9, 2014

Mr. Nord this is your beloved friend, Eddie Pedroza of San Andreas. I never felt so close to someone like you when we discussed things of the world and any matter that occurred---you had all the answers. You even took beautiful pictures at my daughter's wedding. If there is one thing I could do in this world it would be to pick up where you left off and dress as sharp as you did! I could only imitate but I will never duplicate. I will miss you so! Your friend forever, Eddie.

January 9, 2014

A gentleman among gentlemen, a great photographer, a teacher who cares, and a great friend. Our condolences to the Nord family. Thanks for sharing Bill with us for over thirty years.
Bob & Margaret Hil

Keith Vaughn

January 8, 2014

Dear Bill; What a privilege to be one of your students back at Warm Springs Elementary. I'll always remember you for the kindness & sensitivity you showed to me back then, you were a great teacher, mentor and friend. God Bless and console your family, as you enter into eternal rest.

Tammy Lyman

January 8, 2014

I'm so sad to hear that Mr. Nord has passed away, he was one of my most favorite teachers at Serrano Jr. High. He believed in me, and it made me a better person. I seen him a few months back at the Volvo repair shop on Central and Baseline, and I had to stop my car to give him a hug and say thank you for being a great teacher.

Margaret Moyeda

January 8, 2014

I was one of the lucky ones to have known him, if only for a short time...Mr. Nord called me a trusted friend and was I privileged to have his trust.

January 8, 2014

So Sad to learn that Mr. Nord had passed away. my grandmother used to baby sit him on Pear Street. I was raised on Pear st. so I remember the Family and their house well. I also work for the school district and ran into him often. also, my daughter took a photography class from him, and I was very glad she had the chance to do so. He was a true RENAISSANCE MAN who will be terribly missed. My prayers go out to his wife and family.

Mike

January 8, 2014

RIP Mr. Nord. I always enjoyed to crazy ties he wore over the years. Thoughts and Prayers to the entire Nord Family

Gaynell Livacich

January 7, 2014

Bill Nord was a charming character--loved his many ties and bow ties--his sense of humor--a great photographer and just a very nice man.
Our deepest sympathy to his family,
Frank, Gaynell and John Livacich

julie ramones

January 7, 2014

I had the privilege of growing up next to the Nords. I remember going to the beach while Bill went to take pictures at the train station. He took beautiful pictures at my wedding! Poke a smile and thats the ticket are phrases that will always stick with me. You will be missed and we will all miss seing you dressed up no matter where you went! fond memmories!! Glad you are not making me take those times table drills any more!

Ruth Williams

January 7, 2014

Nord Family, my family and I are sad for your loss. Bill was a nice man who loved his colorful ties. I had the opportunity to making quite a few for him. The bolder the print, the more he loved them. He would stop by on occasionally just to say hello. He made a great impact on everyone and always encouraged children to stay in school and get their education. He will be sorely missed.

Ruth Williams and family

January 7, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the “God of all comfort” as well as the love and support of family and friends.

Roni Henson

January 7, 2014

I have worked with Mr.Nord for the last 14 years and it is with such sadness to hear he has passed away. I will miss his cheery "Good Mornings", his colorful ties and his unbreakable spirit. I have never met a teacher more committed to his student's success. He will be greatly missed.

Chris De Maio

January 7, 2014

Oh how sad it is to hear of Mr. Nord's passing! I saw him at the mall a few years ago .... He was all dressed up and so was his adorable wife. He seemed thrilled that I recognized him. RIP Mr. Nord....."that's the ticket"

January 7, 2014

Bill was a wonderful person. I will always appreciate the job he did as the membership chairman of Division #14 of the California Retired Teachers' Association. Bill also was the photographer at my daughter's wedding and the memories he produced through his pictures will live forever. Thank you Bill. My condolences to Doris and the family.

Harlan McWhorter
Rialto, CA

Derek & Tange Colunga

January 7, 2014

What a sad day... Mr. Nord was a wonderful, positive, encouraging man. He will truly be missed. We are sure he was greeted with arms open wide. We are all better people just for knowing him. Rest in Peace Mr. Nord. Until we meet again.

Gwen Conner

January 4, 2014

Nord Family, I had the opportunity to know Bill for many years while working for the School District. He was a character and a man with many different ties and bow ties. My mother made quite a few of his flamboyant ties. He was a wonderful photographer also. He took my daughter's wedding pictures and pictures of my family. Bill was a nice man who always had a smile on his face and made you laugh when you talked to him. He will be dearly missed by those who knew him. Thanks Bill for the many years of friendship. God has added another flower to his bouquet.

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