Iron Mountain - Jess Y. Nephew, 89, of Iron Mountain, Mich., passed peacefully to his rest in Jesus, forever beyond the torment of sin on Sunday, May 23, 2021, at his daughter's home. He is now awaiting His Savior's resurrection call. He was born June 10, 1931, in Rapid River, Mich., son of the late Clement and Harriet (Youngs) Nephew. Jess graduated high school from Wisconsin Academy in Columbus, Wis. Jess was united in marriage to Virginia Jaecks, on September 7, 1952. He was a retired Pastor, teacher and youth leader in the Seventh Day Adventist Church. Jess was passionate about leading young people to know their Savior through study in God's first and second books; the Bible and creation. He enjoyed camping, canoeing, woodworking and especially the time spent with family and friends. Survivors include his loving wife, Virginia Nephew, Iron Mountain, Mich.; one son, Jim (Jeanne) Nephew, Florence, Wis.; two daughters, Marcia (Dean) Minett, Newberry, Mich., and Esther (David) Lorenson, Florence, Wis.; three grandchildren, Kasia (Guy) Goodness, Kirstin (Sam) Hasty and Lucas Minett; one great-grandchild Gabriel Jess Goodness; and one sister-in-law, Helen Nephew, Zeeland, Mich. In addition to his parents, Jess was preceded in death by his brother, Harry Nephew. A Celebration Of Life for Jess will be held at Camp Sagola 2885 State Hwy M-69, Crystal Falls, MI 49920 on August 15, 2021. Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon central time followed by the Celebration of his life and a meal. You may leave a condolence or tribute for Jess's family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com. The family has chosen the Jacobs Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Iron Mountain, Mich., to honor Jess's legacy of life.