Jonathan Omer Nau

Jonathan Omer Nau, 72, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother left his earthly bonds and entered the healing arms of Jesus Christ on March 26th, 2020 in Colorado Springs, CO. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith."

2 Timothy 4:7 "Truly, truly, I say to you, he who hears My word, and believes Him who sent Me, has eternal life, and does not come into judgment, but has passed out of death into life." John 5:24.

Jon was born in Minneapolis, MN, on May 14, 1947, the son of the late Omer and Wilma (Irwin) Nau. They lived in Lake Minnetonka and Mound, MN, before moving to Colorado in 1955. The family settled in Black Forest where he resided until graduating from Air Academy High School in 1965. Jon served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam, where he was awarded the Bronze Star. He married his wife, Debra, and began his family in 1968. He had a long career in the Oil and Gas Industry, starting at Colorado Interstate Gas (CIG) in Colorado Springs. He later worked for Northern Natural in Denver, CO, where he eventually served as President of the Rocky Mountain Natural Gas Association in 1985. In 1986 Jon and family moved to Houston, TX, for 13 years where he worked for Enron Corp. and a short time at Aquila Energy. Returning to CO in 1999, he worked as a Realtor in the Pikes Peak region. For the last 12 years he also enjoyed driving a school bus for District 20, where he often drove routes in his old stomping grounds in the Black Forest, which brought back many fond memories for him.

Jon was an avid outdoorsman who loved skiing, enjoyed camping, hunting, and, in his younger years, 4-wheeling, fishing and tennis. He also enjoyed gardening, yard work, family movie nights, watching the Broncos & Rockies, and playing Texas Hold'em with family and friends. Jon was an unassuming man who loved his family, had a tremendous work ethic, and had a very positive, uplifting outlook on life. His attitude and demeanor served him well to the very end.

He is greatly missed and survived by his wife of 52 years, Debra (Boberg) Nau, and their four children; daughter Trisha Poole (Kevin), sons Evan (Selina), Erik, and Trevor; grandson P.J. Poole; and his brother Jim (Phyllis). The family would like to express our gratitude to the family, friends, visiting pastors, co-workers, doctors, nurses and care staff that made this journey a bit more bearable for him and us, with your presence, loving kindness and prayers. The family would also like to express our love and gratitude to all who have touched and been touched by the life of Jon Nau. Jon’s trials have ended, he suffered well and his burdens have been laid down.

"When you die, it does not mean that you lose to cancer. You beat cancer by how you live, why you live, and in the manner in which you live.” Stuart Scott

“Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.” - James 1:12

Jon’s viewing will be at Swan Law (501 N Cascade Ave, Co Springs, CO) on Thursday, April 9th, from 4p-8p. Those wishing to attend will be allowed to see him on a rotating basis not to exceed 10 people inside. Someone from the family will be on hand to assist should a “line” form and allow for people to remain in their vehicles. On Friday, April 10th, a procession from Swan Law depart at 1:30p ending at Evergreen Cemetery (1005 Hancock Expy, Co Springs, CO) for Jon’s interment. For those wishing to attend, cars will be allowed to line up on the side of the roadway all around the area and either remain in their vehicles or just outside of them. Only the immediate family will be allowed graveside based on the Governor’s order. When the entire staff has completed the interment and left the site, those who wish to pay their respects will be able to do so. We ask that those who wish to wait for this opportunity, please be respectful of the max of 10 gathering order and the distancing guidelines. A Celebration of Life memorial is set tentatively for May 16th at La Foret Conference Center. Celebrate the life of Jonathan Nau, and leave a kind word or memory.