James (Jim) Nordin Obituary in Grande Prairie at Oliver's Funeral Home & Crematorium

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James (Jim) Nordin

June 29, 1949 - March 18, 2016

Obituary For James (Jim) Nordin

James (Jim) William Nordin, resident of Grande Prairie, passed away on Friday, March 18, 2016 at the QEII Hospital at the age of 66 years, after a courageous battle with Cancer.

Jim was born in Kipling, SK on June 29, 1949 and grew up in Maple Creek, SK. Jim worked at the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce in Maple Creek, SK and Rosthern, SK before joining the Canadian Air Force, where he served for 7 years. In 1978, Jim moved to Grande Prairie, AB where he worked for AGT/Telus until he retired.

Jim was married to Jean McKay in Las Vegas, Nevada in 1985. They celebrated the birth of their baby girl, Candice, a year later.

Jim joined ANAVETS, Unit 389, in Grande Prairie in its first year, was a valued member, and served on the Executive for many years. He also served on ANAVETS Alberta Provincial Command Executive and was serving in the role of Past President at the time of his passing.

Jim is survived by his wife Jean, and daughter Candice (Bryan), his mom, Irene (nee Sproat), his three sisters: Lois (Darryl) Stroh, Cathy Shields, and Carol (Brian) Cameron; his mother in-law, Gwen McKay (nee Leben), brothers in-law: Jim (Muriel) McKay, John (Hazel) McKay, Joey McKay and Jerry McKay; many nieces and nephews and many life-long friends.

Jim was predeceased by his father, Bill Nordin, and his father in-law, Donald McKay.

A Service will be held on Thursday, March 24, 2016, at 2pm, at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie (10005 107 Ave.) with a public viewing at noon. Luncheon to follow at ANAVETS in Grande Prairie (10117 93 St).

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Chrohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada (600 60 Street Clair Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M4T 1N5), or to the Canadian Cancer Society (103 9805 97 St., Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 8B9).

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June 24, 2021

Gish Ann

Jean, my thoughts are with you as you grieve the loss of Jim. You have been through so much this past year. You have lost your husband too soon. May the memories of your life together sustain you during this difficult time. Ann
June 24, 2021

kozak judy

sorry to hear about the passing of your husband, jim. you have my deepest sympathy. judy kozak
June 24, 2021

Alex Gwen and Jack

Dear Jean, Candice and other members of Jimâ??s family: Our deepest sympathy to each of you with Jimâ??s untimely death. Jim will always live on in our memories as the gentle, quiet soul that he was. His dry humour and friendly smile were so characteristic of him. We very much appreciated his visits to our home in Guelph when he was stationed at Clinton in southwestern Ontario. We saw less of him as our paths separated but we know he leaves a legacy in the hearts and minds of all those he touched. Jack and Gwen (nee Sproat) Alex and family (Dawn, Lynne and Cathy)
June 24, 2021

Brown Gary

I am so sorry to hear about Jim. I enjoyed working with him at Telus. He had a dedicated work ethic and often quietly went about his duties at hand. His quick wit and sense of humor often brightened the day. I apologize that I am unable to attend the service as I am in Calgary visiting family, however my thoughts will be with you at this sad time.
June 24, 2021

Kimpe Kristine

Jean, I was so very saddened to hear of Jimâ??s passing. I am thinking of you and sending love to you and your family. ~Kristine
June 24, 2021

Lea Diane

Candice and Jean, We are very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Bob and Diane Lea

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