Nakanishi dies in hospital

June 22, 2012 — Brian Taylor, an attorney and friend of the Nakanishi family, reported Jon Alan Nakanishi, 42, of Susanville, died Thursday, June 21 at Tahoe Forest Hospital in Truckee. His death was the result of injuries sustained during a rafting trip on the Truckee River Saturday, June 16.

Taylor wrote, “Jon’s family would like to sincerely thank Tahoe Forest hospital, their physicians and staff for the excellent and compassionate care they provided.”

Hospital staff said they could not confirm Nakanishi’s death or provide any other information.

Nakanishi was a candidate in the Lassen County Superior Court race in the November election.

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+18#1doseofreality2012-06-22 08:05

So sorry for Jon's family.

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+25#2DAVID PARKS2012-06-22 08:31

I am absolutely devastated. Jon was the great choice for all his hard work and care he had to this awsome town of Susanville.He gave us his heart and only wanted to help our citizen,s.My heart goe,s out to his family and to those who knew Jon as the caring young man who wanted to help us.

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+25#3Nicki2012-06-22 10:45

YOU WILL BE MISSED JON...YOU WERE SUCH AN AWESOME PERSON....MAY YOU FOREVER REST IN THE LOVING ARMS OF OUR FATHER....MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY.

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+19#4ThaisFranklin2012-06-22 16:19

So hard to believe. Just weeks ago he was at my door introducing himself in his run for judge. Prayers for the Nakanishi family. May God comfort and keep you close during this trying time.

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+20#5Pamela Syverson2012-06-22 17:52

Jon was a rare and genuine, good soul! This stunning news is hard. My heart goes out to his family!

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+9#6Pam and Ray Morring2012-06-23 01:47

Losing Jon is what we prayed wouldn't happen. God had different plans. We have all lost a great man that would have served Lassen County well, but his Family has lost a loving Son, Brother, Husband, and Father. This news is heartbreaking. God rest Jon's soul, and God Bless his family.

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+3#7George II2012-06-24 08:24

Anyone know when his funeral will be and where?

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0#8Bob Ellis2012-06-24 14:44

Jon's memorial service will be 2PM Saturday, June 30th at Susanville Assembly of God in Susanville

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0#9George II2012-06-24 17:27

That was kind. Thank you

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-2#10cak2012-06-25 02:56

My prayers go out to his family n friends. May God be with you in this time of sarrow.. Jesus needs him up there more then lassen county. Just remember he is in a better place.

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