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Justin Nicholson Obituary

Justin C. Nicholson

November 10, 1971 - May 19, 2017

Salem - Justin C. Nicholson died Friday, May 19, 2017 at Salem Hospital. Justin is the son of Darrel and Sherry Nicholson. He was born in Salem and attended St. Joseph Catholic School, Sacred Heart Middle School, and Regis High School.

Justin was "on the air" at the age of 16 as a radio DJ at KBZY in Salem and later had a mobile DJ business. He was THE music trivia expert. Growing up, he never missed recording American Top 40 with Kasey Kasem. He was listening to a show from the 1980's when he passed away.

Justin is survived by his mother Sherry of Salem; sister Renee May (Craig) of Sisters, OR. Nieces Brandi Price (Max) of Salem and Hayley Palmer of Sisters. Nephews Sam May of Sisters and Michael May (Bree) of Salem. Justin regretfully left behind his many friends and family, especially David Lewis of Salem.

A Memorial Mass will be Saturday May 27, 2017 at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 721 Chemeketa St., NE, Salem. Assisting the family is Virgil T. Golden Funeral Services.

"KEEP YOUR FEET ON THE GROUND AND KEEP REACHING FOR THE STARS"

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Published by The Statesman Journal on May 24, 2017.

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SueZ Smith

May 18, 2024

Remembering how station owner and Manager, Roy Dittman, nicknamed him `The Kid´. We all at KBZY Loved Justin!

Suez (Kuenzli) Smith

May 18, 2022

Mind if I call You 'Kid" ? Mr. 'D' did, and he is in Heaven right now... probably hanging out with You! I miss you both!!!

May 26, 2017

Sherry and Family: Thinking of you and your family.
Peace be with you during this difficult time.


Susan Ferris

Maggi McGarr

May 24, 2017

And I will always love you~

Suez Smith

May 23, 2017

Dear Dave & Family of Justin. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of my Co-worker and Friend, Justin. I look forward to seeing him again, because of the promise of eternity in Heaven with Our Lord. Until then...
Love, Suez Smith

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