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Junior Nestle Obituary
Jay was a meat cutter and jerky craftsman. He and his wife loved to wow houseguests and friends with many culinary delights. As a Denver Broncos fanatic, Jay daily sported Broncos gear and has a vast collection in his "Dog House." Jay loved big with an infectious laugh and huge heart that would lead him to give you the shirt off his back if needed. A lover of all things John Wayne, he also enjoyed playing cribbage, telling jokes, and fellow shipping with friends at the YMCA. He was International Moustache Champion in the early 70's and wore that handlebar moustache on and off for several years.
Raised in Michigan and Ohio, Jay traveled around the country until planting roots in Colorado Springs in 1976. Jay joined the Air Force in 1957 and was trained as a Jet Engine Mechanic. He was an entrepreneur, and throughout his endeavors, he displayed an amazing work ethic that he passed on to his children. Jay knew how to play well, too, instilling a love of motorcycles, cars, and just sheer joy of living with all who spent time with him.
He is survived by his wife of almost 50 years, Donna Nestle; three sons, Ron (Carrie) Nestle, Jay (Lisa) Nestle, and Jim (Kim) Nestle; three daughters, Laura Sheffer, Carin Kelly, and Tracy Baker; a sister, Marge Marsh; and his fourteen grandchildren.
Memorial service, 1:00PM, Monday, January 23, 2017 at Security Baptist Temple, 208 Cunningham Drive, Security, Colorado
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Southeast YMCA.
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Memories and Condolences
for Junior Nestle
Donna Nestle
January 16, 2025
My Jay still miss all the good times we shared together. Eight years and will never forget your smile and love.
Donna Nestle
January 18, 2024
Seven years and I still miss my Jay. We had a good life together. Love you your wife Donna
Donna Nestle
January 18, 2024
My Jay seven years have gone by and I still miss my Jay I remember all the wonderful times we had together. Love my Jay
Donna Nestle
January 16, 2023
I still miss my Jay. We had some wonderful years together and a lot of found memory's. Still love him dearly. Your wife Donna
Donna Nestle
January 16, 2022
I miss my love Jay It's been five years now but wonderful memory's.
Donna Nestle
January 19, 2021
It's been 4 years today and I still miss my Jay He was the love of my life. And some day I will see him again.
andrea marsh
January 24, 2017
When we were growing up he was like a big brother to me and my bro Bob....Bob and I used to call him Junebug.....We all lived at our Grandma Nestle's after my Mom and Dad divorced.I will always be so proud of him as well as my kids.
Dawn Myers-Tageson
January 23, 2017
I'm so terribly sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Jay. He was always a kind and funny man! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers Aunt Donna.
Alan Myers
January 23, 2017
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with your family. Uncle Jay was always a fun time. We all Loved him so much. He will be missed. Love you all so much.
Karen White
January 23, 2017
Donna so sorry for your loss... Jay will be missed it was always good to sit and chat with him. It wont be the same at the YMCA. May god Bless each and every one of you...
Danielle Schmidt
January 22, 2017
I have a lot of good memories of Grandpa; from being amazed at his movie and Broncos collection in his basement to the high anticipation of receiving his delicious jerky. I will miss you, Grandpa and I will think of you often. Grandma is so strong and is surrounded by loved ones, both in person and in spirit. Rest in peace. Love always, Danielle
Donna Nestle
January 22, 2017
Thanks for all the warm wishes. I will miss him He was loved God bless you all
Ted Shonts
January 22, 2017
A lot of folks will miss you Jay, including me.
Ruth J Acton
January 22, 2017
My condolences, thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Jim, it is easy to see the positive influences conveyed by your father to you.
As time passes you will discover when you least expect other unique and endearing qualities in your life that are gifts from your father and mother.
Barbara Knotts
January 22, 2017
Donna and Family, I express my sincere sorrow in your grief for your Husband , Father and Grandfather. I met him only once at Jim and Kim's wedding in Muncie,Ind. He certainly made quite a delightful impression. This continues with his precious Son and my Nephew Jim and his precious sons. May GOD give you peace as only HE can. Barbara Knotts
Jim Nestle
January 22, 2017
He loved big. That has been our theme these past few days. Thank God for blessing us with time with you dad. You are missed. Love you dad!
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