Ned Robert Nerdin
March 24, 1950 - March 5, 2019
Ned Robert Nerdin
“A Dreamer of Dreams, Singer of Songs, Lover of Love.”
March 24, 1950-March 5, 2019
Our beautiful Light, Ned Nerdin, husband, step-father (bonus dad), Papa, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, and accomplished guitarist/vocalist graduated to the Crossroads Tour Elite on Marsh 5, 2019.
Ned was born March 24, 1950 in Salt Lake City to Rosella (Miller) and Boyd J. Nerdin, the youngest of three boys. He was raised in Bingham Canyon until he was 12 when his family moved to Salt Lake City. He attended Skyline High School, class of 1968 and the University of Utah. He served on active duty with the Army in South Korea, stationed near the DMZ. He had several jobs during his lifetime, the most recent with Packard Bell/NEC and Renegade Oil. He was a great fan of the University of Utah Utes and the Utah Jazz.
Ned married Colleen Overy January 28, 1993 and they were blessed to spend 26 years together. They attended many, many concerts and traveled to Arizona as volunteers for the Adopt-A-Native-Elder Program. They also traveled with their children and grandchildren to first, the Disney Parks and then on several Caribbean cruises and most recently the Oregon coast. He takes so many beautiful memories with him of the love he shared with his family and the time spent with them.
Ned began playing guitar at age 13 and played his entire life. Music was his heart and soul, influenced most by the music of Jon Anderson and the band Yes. He played in many bands through the years, most recently with Auld’sKool, JoJo Lefty, DNR and Wilson Project. He loved his band mates!
Ned was a member of the Inner Light Center Spiritual Community for many years where he served as President of the Board of Administrators and, along with his wife, as a Minister for 10 years. He took great delight in performing wedding ceremonies. One of Ned’s greatest legacies is that of love for his fellow travelers on the road through this life. He often said he loved everyone he ever met and love was a thread woven into all he did.
Ned is survived by his wife, step-daughters Josceline (Danny) Barrow, Aimee (Jeff) Dunn, grandchildren Mackenzie (Carson) Page, Forrest Barrow, Megan Barrow, Keaton Barrow, Tyler Dunn, Miya Dunn, Jacob Dunn, brother Richard (Millie) Nerdin, many cherished cousins, nieces, nephews and two fur babies, Izzy and Ellie. He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother Jerry (Marge) Nerdin.
A Celebration of Ned’s life will be held on the eve of his birthday, Saturday, March 23, 2019, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 S 900 E, Salt Lake City. All Ned’s musician friends are invited to musically honor him by bringing your instruments and/or voices to participate in an acoustic jam session. Guests are encouraged to use the valet parking on the north side of the building.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests a donation to the Adopt-A-Native Elder Program by clicking the “donate” link on the top left side of this page.
“All you need is Love”
The Beatles
In Loving Memory
You brought unbridled joy to so many and I loved playing music with you for close to 50 years. You are already missed my dear friend. Now you are off to The Planet of Light.
Ned -- it saddens me to see you go. I really enjoyed getting to know you and appreciated your courage in attending the lunch group that was mostly women. You will be missed!! Colleen -- my deepest condolences to you and your family. I was happy to meet you when you came along with Ned to our lunch group. Much love to you.
I was mentored on guitar for 50 + yrs with Ned. He was 2 years older in high school than me. He was my big brother. We played guitar together through the years. He was always so generous with his praise. He was and is my sensai in music and life. Ned loves us ALL. He is the light in this world. The light of the world is a little dimmer without his presence. I miss his smile. I miss his passion playing the blues. â¤ï¸
I met Ned at my friend Clark Phelps Antiques Warehouse, that day he swore on Clark’s famous stack of Bibles. We talked for a while then we became friends of Facebook. I will miss him. My thoughts are with his family at this time.
Thank you for your light and love in mine and countless other lives. You are missed. Your light shines brighter than ever! Love to you Colleen, he loves you still.
We are expressing our condolences to the family for your lost. As you remember your love one, may your treasured memories and Almighty God bring Peace and Comfort to your broken heart. (Psalm 147:3)
I was saddened to hear that such a dedicated music man has passed away. Not only him, but his precious brother Jerry has gone ahead. Having been part of the Nerdin family for so many years, it's sad to see so many now gone and receiving him in the next station of life. I send my love and most sincere condolences to Colleen and the entire, extended family. Ned will be missed by many, but I am sure that he is now an earthly emissary as "a dreamer of dreams, singer of songs, lover of love. " Rest well, Ned. Molly
We will miss Ned's happy face in the neighborhood. He was always so friendly. He lived a good life and had lots of fun with his family and friends. He served alot of people with his ministry and caring for the Elders in Airzona. So sad for the loved ones he's left behind. Hoping you will find peace in his memories. Love to Colleen and Family, Teresa and Vann Larson
My Uncle Ned, as a kid I had the great memories of him coming and visiting. While he was in Korea, he bought me a cute little smokers robe. I still have it. I was the coolest kid and I loved it. Then he moved down the street from my Jr High. I would stop by and say hello once in a while. He always played in one band or another and it seamed he always had guitars. When I was about 12 on a deer hunt, he shot a nice little spike. He made a necklace out of the deer horn and gave it to me. I wore it till it would not fit around my neck. I still have that necklace. I would see him in his red Mazda running around Midvale and I would chase him down to say hello. He will be missed. Colleen I am sorry for you loss, He will be missed. Cameron Nerdin
In Loving Memory
