1936
2011
JOHN EDWARD NISBY
September 9, 1936 – February 6, 2011
John Edward Nisby of Stockton passed away on February 6, 2011. John was born in San Francisco, CA on September 9, 1936. John attended public schools in Stockton California. He graduated from Edison High School; Stockton California. He received his Bachelor's Degree from The College of the Pacific and his Master's Degree from the University of Oregon. John was a Pro-Bowl offensive guard in the National Football League for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Washington Redskins. He played college football at the University of the Pacific and was drafted in the sixth round of the 1957 NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers. He was later traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers and played for them 1957 – 1961.In 1962, John became one of the first black players (along with Bobby Mitchell and Leroy Jackson) to play for the Washington Redskins, the last team in the NFL to integrate.
John was very active in the Stockton community. He served as a Director of San Joaquin Delta College's "College Readiness Program", Faculty Advisor- organizer of the Black Student Union at San Joaquin Delta College, UOP's 1st Jazz Festival organizer, and he also helped organize the Community Involvement Program at UOP. He served as the District 6 Stockton City Councilman 1987-88. John was also an inductee of Stockton Black Sports Hall of Fame. John later became involved in Real Estate and was a Real Estate project manager until he retired.
While in Pittsburgh in the late 1950's, John worked closely with the Pittsburgh Courier (the Nation's Leading Black Newspaper) to insure that all companies that had business with the Steelers have a firm equal employment policy. At one time, he successfully lobbied the Rooney family to insist that a particular beer distributer end their segregation policy. John's selfless efforts in the community had lasting effects where ever he was.
If you've ever had a conversation with John, you may have heard him say these words: "If you are going to do something, you have to do it 100 percent. What is 100 percent? It is giving every ounce of energy that you have in your body and using that to achieve the ultimate in every aspect that you compete in. It may be in the classroom, in sports, in family related activities. But, whatever it is, you have to give 100 percent. In the arena of work you have to give 100 percent also. As a result, there is a high probability that you will be successful." John Nisby's life exemplified these words.
Alzheimer's limited Johns' activities in his last days. He made a lot of appointments, sent out a lot of hugs, and a lot of I love you's. If you missed any of these, in John's mind he made them all. From him farewell to all!!!!
John is survived by his wife of 25 years, Dr. Patricia A. Hatton of Stockton, CA and their son J.P. Nisby, Boise, ID. His mother-in-law. Mrs. Minnie Hatton, Wallis, TX. and Uncle Jimmie Santana (Jackie) Vacaville, CA. He is also survived by Sons: Jon Nisby, Stockton, Shawn Nisby, Pittsburgh, CA. James Caple-Nisby, Herndon, VA,. His "one and only" daughter, Dawn Nisby, Pittsburgh, CA. Siblings: Brother: Charles Nisby (Lura), Stockton, CA, Sister, Barbara Nisby, Las Vegas, NV. 5 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren., and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 10, 2011 from 4:00-8:00 PM at Frisbie-Warren & Carroll Mortuary 809 N. California St. Stockton, CA 95202. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, February 11, 2011 at 11:00 at Frisbie-Warren & Carroll Mortuary. Please sign the guestbook at frisbiewarrencarrollmortuary.com.
Arrangements under the direction of Frisbie-Warren & Carroll Mortuary, Stockton, CA.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation in John's name to Ebenezer Economic Development Corporation (EEDC), P.O. Box 2121 Stockton, CA 95201. Please sign the guestbook at frisbiewarrencarrollmortuary.com.
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March 1, 2011
syreeta williams
Dear Patricia Hatton and J.P. I am so sorry for you loss your family is in my thoughts and prayer
Syreeta Williams and Family
February 15, 2011
Penny Schenken
Dear Dr. Hatton and J.P. I am so sorry for your incredible loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and if there is anything you need or I can help you with during this difficult time, please let me know.
February 14, 2011
Linda Reynolds
Dearest Dr Hatton and J.P. I am so sorry for this great loss to you and your family. Even though I never had the opportunity to meet John but just knowing you and reading about John, makes me realize what an incredible human being he was and how lucky for you and J.P. to be able to call him husband and father. I would have enjoyed knowing him. He did so much in his lifetime and touched so many lives in a positive way. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
February 12, 2011
Bennett/Doris Hatton
Patricia and J.P. Sorry we could not be with you in your time of sadness. John had a special place in our hearts. Doris felt a special connection with him he always made us welcome when we came to visit.
February 11, 2011
Dear Pat and J.P. We had some fun times together, back in the days of PSB and will miss John. It was a long and difficult road for all of you. We will keep you in our prayers at this difficult time. Sincerely, Ned and Sharless Hand
February 11, 2011
To the Nisby family you are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
Sam and Kathy
February 11, 2011
Dear Dr. Hatton and Family,
We were sorry to hear of Brother Nisby passing. Our prayers are with you during this time.
Blessings,
La Grant & Carolyn Moore
February 11, 2011
Marit Mortensen-Bird
Dr. Hatton, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband and wish you my best. My heart is saddened for you and your family. Mr. Nisby's amazing legacy lives on in the hearts and minds of his family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
February 11, 2011
Our prayers are with you, and thank you for sharing your memories and pictures of a wonderful person.I will always remember John's warm smile and personality.
Cedric and Brenda
February 11, 2011
Yvette Ybarra Castillo & Family
Dr. Hatton and John Patrick, so sad to hear of Mr. Nisby passing, he will always have a special place in our hearts. His towering stature when he entered the room just to see you John Patrick after a day of work...What a wonderful person he was...You and the family are in our prayers.
February 11, 2011
Bonnie Squires
Shawn,
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You have my heartfelt sympathy. Hold on to GODS' everlasting words, "He will swallow up death with victory; and the Lord GOD will wipe away tears from off all faces." Isaiah 25:8
February 10, 2011
God be with you and your family. Our prayers are with you.
Greg and Patrice
February 10, 2011
The passing of John is synonymous to the loosing of one of Stockton's most representative Athletic Icons. He will truly be missed. I find solace in the loss of 3 brothers this past year from a statement made by my mother: "Ola, we did not come here to stay". John is indeed in a better place. May God Bless and watch over his family.
Dr. Ola Murchison, teammate at UOP in 1957
February 10, 2011
Greg Garvin
Shawn..my sincere condolenes to you and your family in this time of grief...stay strong.
February 10, 2011
Bridget Dickerson
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
February 10, 2011
my prayers are with you dr p. and family.
god is your rockin and thourgh this time.
im just a email or call away.
rev. clifton neal st. james
February 10, 2011
Joseph Gavlik
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
I am a co-worker of Shawn's.
February 10, 2011
Danita Page-Blackwell
To the Family of John Nisby,
My heart goes out to all of you in the loss of a man who touch so many lives and brought such pride to Stockton. He will suffer no more and live forever in our hearts. God's blessings to all.
February 9, 2011
Dear Dr. Hatton & J.P.,
We are saddened to see John is gone from this world. We so enjoyed our visits with him at Somerford when my mother was there. He was so friendly and very proud of you, J.P.
Our prayers are with you.
Karen, Luigi, David & Daniel Gherardi
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