Dr. George E. Nenstiel passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2011 in Overland Park, KS after a valiant battle against lymphoma and the effects of treatments. George was born on April 20, 1931 in Belleville KS to George and Irene Nenstiel. He was a chiropractor for 53 years, 35 of them in Poteau. He was actively involved as an elder and member of the Presbyterian Church, Lions Club, Main Street Matters and the Chamber of Commerce and was a veteran of the US Army. He enjoyed ballroom dancing, reading, watching football and spending time with his family. His caring spirit and sense of humor will be greatly missed.
George was preceded in death by his wife Donna, his son George (Skip) Nenstiel, his parents and a host of childhood relatives.
Survivors include children Linda and Bob Dover of Lenexa, KS; Kimberly and Jesse Hurst of Cottage Hills, IL; Valerie and Charles Cook of Tulsa, OK; Cynthia Aazami of Minneola, FL; Cherie and Alan Chavis of Eagle, CO; Paul and Kristen Sample of Paris, AK; daughter-in-law Shelva Barnes of Cameron, OK; sister Lou Jane Temple of Tybee Island, GA; 15 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, 2 nephews, 1 niece, and his dog Shadow, as well as extended family and friends.
Friends are invited to attend a 1:00 memorial service and reception at Poteau Presbyterian Church on Saturday, May 21. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established for Poteau Presbyterian Church.