David Nomura Obituary

Dear Barb,

I was so sad upon learning from Jill that Dave passed away. I knew of him through Jill and the wonderful things she has said about him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.

Warm regards,

Dear Barbara,
In deep sorrow and grief I send my condolences to you and the family on the death of dear David. I know it is difficult time you are going through, may you find comfort and strength in your memories. May his memory be blessed and may God give him peace and rest.
love
Ophira Ben-Arieh

It is wholly expected for us to be in disbelief, and to eventually come to grips with the passing of a great man. He touched thousands of lives, and he made the world a better place. How can we not feel a great sense of loss then? A bit of his perspective can help us carry on. We may grieve especially deeply because we lost my beloved Uncle Dave only a few days before Christmas, but who is a better messenger to the heavens than he. Dave Nomura embodied the spirit of Christmas in his daily life, always looking for the good in things and events and living with integrity, honesty and humility. He did not have it in himself to ever become sad or distraught. Although he would never presume that we should be as strong in perspective, we should all take a brief moment to reflect on all the positive impressions he has made on us and those around us. Then, I am sure he would want us to not dwell on his passing but to carry on his legacy by spreading his positive attitude, his strength of character, and his compassion for his fellow man. So, remember what we gained with Uncle Dave in our lives, not what we have lost now that his physical presence is departed. He is in each one of us.

Kim, Ryan, Connor and I send our love and comfort to Aunt Barbara, Jeff and Melissa, Phil and Kristen, and Katherine. We are thinking about you and Uncle Dave daily. We love you and miss you.

Dear Ellen,
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. You were a wonderful friend to me in high school, Ellen, and I have never forgotten your kindness to me. Do you remember nominating me for homeroom president? It just so happened I noticed the name Nomura in the paper today. (Some call it the Irish Racing Form but honestly I generally don't read the death notices.) But the moment I saw the name, and then, St. Patrick's High School, I looked for your name.
Again, let me offer my condolences, Ellen. Your brother must have been a very special man.
Sincerely,
Pat (Ryan) Solari

My Uncle Dave was a man who was the epitome of defining what life should be and what is important. Married for 38 years; employed at the same company forever; all of his children out on their own; and loved by all who knew him. He will be missed, especially by those who really knew his heart and soul.

For those who never had nor will have an opportunity to know him, it will be up to us to convey how special he was.

I know that we all will miss him: Auntie Barb, Jeff, Phil and especially Katherine. As he was not one to wear his emotions on his sleeve, I never really had a "guy" talk with him. I'm not sure my cousins did either so I am not feeling that left out. He was a man of few words so most of my love and respect for him was thru unspoken words.

Remember Uncle Dave for what he was, a great man; a great family man. He would want you to take this and look at the bright side and learn from it. Don't be sad, he wouldn't want that. I don't think, in my 37 years, that I have ever seen my uncle upset or complain about anything so I don't think that even he would start now. Considering that I go thru these emotions every 37 seconds, I have no idea how he did that.

Now the cliche of "Having to say now what I never said before because I can't" comes into play. Uncle Dave, you were loved by me and my family, Kimberly, Brandon, Brady and Bryson (even if they thought you were Jeff sometimes). May you rest in peace. You will be remembered always.

I was so sad to hear of Dave's sudden passing. I have worked with him for over 20 years and he was one of the most professional, and warm individuals that you meet only once in a life time. I know he is in a better place, free of pain and sickness and will continue to watch over and guide his family and friends to a better place. He will truly be missed not only as a co-worker, but as a friend.

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. You will be deeply missed by everyone.

Sincerely,
Kristoffer J. Homrich

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. You have a very loving, gracious family and we've appreciated all the warm thoughts and prayers you've sent to Jan while she battles cancer. We are blessed that our daughter Melissa has such great in-laws and that we received Jeff as our son-in-law.

Love,
Larry and Jan Homrich

Dave was ageless; I recently saw him at my Mother's funeral and he was laughing as he always did. He was friends with my 2 brothers who are 9 and 11 yrs older than I am. He always treated me like the "little sister" that I was. My parents were also very fond of him and they would be saddened by his passing as I am. My heartfelt condolences to Barb and the rest of the family.

To the Nomura family: I worked with Dave at Pritzker and I admired him greatly. He was a smart and funny man, and he made my experience there all the better. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Robbi Kramer

Uncle Dave was a man that I looked up to and viewed as a role model. The way he lived his life and loved his family and friends is something that will never leave us. I miss you Uncle Dave.

Barb and family,
I can't tell you how saddened I am to know what you must all be going through. You know that I am there for you now and whenever you need me in the future.

Linda