Home » Culture & Society » History » Other History

You can leave a comment about the Nona Dirksmeyer Case if you would like.

This is your chance to say whatever you want! Just keep it kid friendly please!

From the lens Nona Dirksmeyer.

Please be respectful when leaving a comment.

  • Det. Colombo Mar 30, 2012 @ 6:38 am | delete
    I think the stepfather didn't have anything to do with the murder. Gary Dunn, who has been known and convicted to assault women, even by his own wife, and who's DNA was on the condom wrapper, who lived upstairs from Nona, is the only suspect and I hope he's tried for the third and final time. The jury in the previous two cases was hung 8-4 and now that the gag order has been lifted we can find out if 8 or the 4 thought he was guilty. This guy has mental problems and was asking for a mental evaluation before the verdict was even reached. He was ready to claim mental instability so they spare him the death penalty, which even his defense attorney agreed to. This guy probably came nocking for something simple so Nona let him inside, then he thought he'd be able to get some action since he's probably seen different guys coming and going from her apartment so he thought he had a chance too, when she refused to his advances he got crazy violent and slammed her in the head with the light base, then seeing she's probably dead, he panicked and ran back home like nothing happened, forgetting all about the condom wrapper on the kitchen counter. Case closed. His own wife refused his alibi that he wasn't around and she knows better than anyone else that he's capable of doing this. Hope to bring this criminal to justice soon so he doesn't do this to anyone else. If anyone has any agrees or disagrees or has different ideas or anything to add please respond so we can help solve this case.
  • plee Mar 10, 2012 @ 8:10 pm | delete
    I just saw this case on "48hours Hard Evidence" and they reported she was cheating on her boyfriend with "many others".. and that police interviewed "All of the other men Nona was sleeping with and cleared them all".
    They only showed on the tv show one of the "many other men". The clip showed him answering a polygraph test where he said they never used condoms during the 10 times he slept with her.
    The police did find an empty condom wrapper in her apartment, even though her boyfriend also said he never used condoms with her either...OMG how MANY guys was she sleeping with? Is that "normal" type of sexually active for a 19 year old girl nowadays?
  • MelonyVaughan Feb 25, 2012 @ 12:21 pm | delete
    What a tragedy! Such a young girl with so much life ahead of her!
  • CPDInteractive Feb 7, 2012 @ 5:09 am | delete
    I like your article, very useful and inspiring. thank you.
  • nightbear Jan 5, 2012 @ 1:57 am | delete
    Wow, what an intense and detailed page. This is a story I was unfamiliar. I feel well informed now. blessed.
  • Jigsaw-Puzzles Nov 14, 2011 @ 1:48 am | delete
    Thank you, ThomasC for being such a great person to do business with, who became a great friend. I am also blessed and honored to have you as my friend. God Bless You and your family...and may we be BFF's 4EVR =>
  • ChineseKitesforKids Nov 8, 2011 @ 6:43 pm | delete
    Thank you ThomasC for being an amazing friend. I've learned so much from you and just wanted to publicly thank you like Dianne. You are a treasure in my life. I am so blessed and honored to be your friend. I thank God for you daily. ♥ ♥ ♥
  • stargazer00 Nov 8, 2011 @ 6:03 pm | delete
    Thank you ThomasC for finding me when I was a baby squid and helping me learn how to make good lenses. You taught me so much that I thought my head would explode! Your patience, kindness, and friendship have been very much appreciated over the last few years.
  • boutiqueshops Oct 3, 2011 @ 6:55 pm | delete
    I've been keeping up with the story through this page ~ well done. Blessed by a Squid Angel.
  • Dodger Mar 7, 2011 @ 11:36 am | delete
    I believe the stepfather did it & I believe the mother knows. The mother let Nona's own father abuse her why would she stop with a stepfather. The stepfathers answer about the phone "being a cheap skate" I don't buy it. The man seems to be missing a few brain cells. STEPFATHER GUILTY!
  • Philippians468 Feb 17, 2011 @ 8:11 pm | delete
    thank you for sharing this lens..may God comfort those who are affected..
  • Steffanie Feb 9, 2011 @ 6:57 pm | delete
    This is such a terrible tragedy, but even worse is the fact that this crime may never be solved, a killer will go unpunished, and a family will never know the reasonings behind the vioent murder of their loved one. It sounds to me like the investigators need to be re educated on how to "investigate" and the cops need to learn how to NOT interfere with a crime scene. (Anyone with any common sense knows not to do some of the ignorent things that they did.) As for the boyfriend "Jones" and the friend "Dunn" I can not say who exactly that I think may be guilty. There is evidence that makes me suspicious of the both of them to be perfectly honest. And the parents also seem to have behaved very strangely. At this point only God knows who is guilty of such a horrible act. Anyway, all blame aside a life has been taken and she deserves closure and justice. I hope someone with little common sense can come in and put together something that will lead to a conviction, My condolences go out to her family and I pray that this does'nt have to happen to another family before someone finally decides to do something about it.
  • joanv334 Jan 23, 2011 @ 10:42 am | delete
    Thanks for sharing!
  • glenanail Jan 16, 2011 @ 4:59 am | delete
    such a beautiful child, very sad, never heard of the case before
  • raosrinivas Dec 31, 2010 @ 8:27 am | delete
    Yes touches the heart. I believe the very influenced people; they may be died physically but truly they are not dead in our eyes. Thanks for sharing.
  • eccles1 Oct 15, 2010 @ 9:18 pm | delete
    Sad story and it happens so much now days
  • Susan52 Jun 4, 2010 @ 4:54 pm | delete
    Congratulations on the purple star! (For those reading this who don't know what that is, it's a big honor on Squidoo.) I commented on my Quest lens ( http://www.squidoo.com/20-worthy-lenses ) about why I chose this lens for a star. I really appreciate the way you keep it updated with all the news on this case.
  • grkldy1 Apr 28, 2010 @ 12:30 pm | delete
    I agree that Kevein's responces were normal. They tried to prove he had rage. Hello...I'd freak out to. He loved her and found out to much about her after the fact. I hope they find the killer soon.
  • Jo-Ann in Canada Mar 27, 2010 @ 8:43 pm | delete
    I watched the interrogation videos of Kevin Jones...It was obvious to me that this poor kid didn't do it...his reactions were honest and appropriate for what was being thrown at him..I don't know how the detective could have conducted that interview and come away with the 'gut feeling' that Kevin did it.. I'm a cop and my gut screamed at me that he was completely innocent, scared and baffled..not to mention in shock from the loss of his beloved girlfriend
  • Gary Mar 27, 2010 @ 8:09 pm | delete
    I saw 48 hours on this case, and i cannot honestly form an opinion on who may have done this evil deed. All i can say is that i hope it is solved for this beautiful young lady and that everyone involved can finally put some closure to it.
  • Jessica Apr 5, 2010 @ 11:33 am | delete
    More than Likely, Gary Dunn is the person who killed Nona.

    1. His DNA was found mixed with her DNA
    2. He attacked a woman on the Bona Dea (sp)? trails in Russellville in 2002. Nona was attacked in a similar fashion.
    3. Gary Dunn lived in the same apartment complex as Nona when she was murdered.
  • Orange Sunshyne Mar 27, 2010 @ 8:08 pm | delete
    RE: russellville1 russellville1 Mar 15, 2010 @ 6:50 am
    Gary Dunn did not do it.....everyone that thinks so will see in time there is allot that they aint telling you outsiders.....I just hope they find the right one....And not put someone to death for their mistake
    -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    russellville1 - R U shur they aint tellin us outsiders allot that aint tru? Lyke whut?
  • russellville1 Mar 15, 2010 @ 6:50 am | delete
    Gary Dunn did not do it.....everyone that thinks so will see in time there is allot that they aint telling you outsiders.....I just hope they find the right one....And not put someone to death for their mistake
  • Ann Mar 10, 2010 @ 10:36 pm | delete
    as to why Nona's stepfather had her phone in the first place: LE got everything they needed from that phone and they had not use for it anymore.

    Nona's Stepfather had NOTHING to do with her death. hopefully after GD has been tried and convicted of her murder 48 hours and Dateline will update their stories.
  • junior Mar 1, 2010 @ 11:37 am | delete
    The step-father did NOT do it. The news reporting this case since day one has been one sided. Dateline, through the magic of editing, managed to paint the picture of him having motive. What they failed to reveal is that his whereabouts were established and that him being a suspect was impossible. With regards to Kevin, again, the media was one sided. I know the family of the victim and I know of things that the police had gathered that was later admitted in court as evidence and in my opinion it was purely circumstantial. Bravo for a jury strong enough to see that. Do I think Kevin did it...no. Do I think Gary did it...I don't know. Things have been much quiter and I do not know all the evidence they have that would incriminate him other than one key piece that links him to previously being in the appartment of the deceased. What I do know is that plenty of people have one sided opinions based on what the media has fed them and that ignorance and hatred of said opinions is just as dangerous as the crime its self.
  • D Johnson Dec 23, 2011 @ 1:34 am | delete
    In reading some of the comments, I noticed that the accusation that the stepfather is guilty was basically from a feeling or a suspicion. That is how I feel..I did not see a Dateline episode on the case, but rather a repeat 48 Hours, so anything that affected him was not included, such as his established whereabouts. It's simply very tragic that the case was not handled properly and there is still not justice.
  • lasertek Feb 14, 2010 @ 7:43 pm | delete
    Didn't know much of this case but I heard it a couple of times. It's so sad knowing that a girl with a bright future could end up this way. Hope justice will prevail and can be achieve by the family.

    Will be dropping by this lens again for updates. 5*
  • Passingthrough Feb 9, 2010 @ 1:57 pm | delete
    The Stepfather didn't do it. The police did their job by focusing on the boyfriend, but they should also have immediately done a search of possible neighbors with criminal backgrounds. That might have given credibility to Kevin's story even while the police were verifying it.

    I see that after the new guy was arrested, the parents who villified Kevin didn't want to talk about the case. Too ashamed to admit they could be wrong? What a fine example of humanity.

    And for the mother of the neighbor who was arrested who was insisting her son didn't even know Nona...how was his DNA on the condom wrapper inside her home? Denial is a terrible thing.
  • John F Feb 7, 2010 @ 9:18 am | delete
    While I can understand the parents of this beautiful young woman hating Kevin I do not now understand their refusing to come forward and help clear his name and reputation. In lifgt of all the interviews they gave against him they owe him that much. Their daughter did care for him alot.
  • Carelessmoves Feb 6, 2010 @ 7:31 pm | delete
    Someone please tell me they are not just going to settle with this new guy? They need to still be looking into anyone who has a connection with Nona. Like say the stepfather. This guy is sick. He had the phone and asked for it back? WHY? what was sooo important about that phone? It wasn't the fact that he is cheap. That was a stupid comment he made. Whatever this could be the killer. Think about it and watch the 48 hours show. Watch his actions in and out of the media. There is something off about this guy.
  • AnnieF Feb 2, 2010 @ 1:34 am | delete
    Hopefully when the trial of Gary Dunn is concluded, the real killer of Nona Dirksmeyer will be off the street forever. I wonder id her mother, stepfather and the Kevin Jones haters will apologize to Kevin and his family for their poor treatment. And will Arkansas Tech finally admit him and apologize for denying him entrance to their school? Shame on all of you for treating him so badly when he was acquitted. You should aim your anger at the Russellville PD and prosecutor.
  • WonderBoyFan Sep 24, 2009 @ 9:45 am | delete
    Good grief Peter! Why does everything have to be about race. I pray for the family of Nona that they may one day have peace and at least some satisfaction when the killer is finally convicted. Anyone can look at Gary Dunn and know that Nona would have NEVER had anything to do with someone like him willingly. GD is a predator. I believe this man is guilty and the world is a much safer place with him off the streets. Just ask that poor lady jogger he attacked. She would have probably been another unsolved homicide had she not fought back. Poor Nona may have cooperated with him somewhat because she thought there was a chance her might let her go. GD is right where he needs to be imo and if convicted hopefully sent somewhere he can never hurt another human being again. I know everyone keeps pointing at the weird and creepy step-father, but trust me. He did not do this. Look into the eyes of GD and you will see a cold-blooded killer with no compassion or concern for others.
  • Peter Jul 12, 2009 @ 5:57 am | delete
    I guess that it was Kevin Jones' luck that he was white? Had he been black noone would have given a dime about him and he would surely have been convicted? Or? Just a thought.
  • Jerry Apr 21, 2009 @ 3:22 pm | delete
    I just watched 48 hours on tv in sweden and googled the internet to see what became of the story. I can't believe how bad the police did their work. They could have had the right murder arrested, instead they made KJ go through hell. I can't believe ND:s parents either. Totaly blinded by hate. Even so much that the stepfather knowingly destroyed evidence. I hope that peace and justice will come to Nona.
  • Carelessmoves Feb 6, 2010 @ 7:27 pm | delete
    I believe the murderer to be the stepfather. Has anyone looked into this guy and his relationship with Nona? I mean lets face it. He was hoping pretty hard that Kevin would be convicted. Not to mention the fact the way he acted when asked about the cell phone. How sick is that?
  • getAclue Apr 26, 2010 @ 7:53 am | delete
    Both Kevin's defense team and the new PA tested for the step-father's dna. NOTHING was found. Is that good enough for you, or must you continue to attack the victim's family? Your nic suits you well.

    News programs like Dateline should not be taken at face value. Their only purpose is to entertain, not to uncover the truth. Innocent people are implicated without even a thought. Should you ever find yourself in the midst of nightmare like Nona’s murder, DO NOT give an interview to these people! Heartless, is the best word I can come up with. It really is all about the money and ratings.
  • poutine Apr 8, 2009 @ 12:00 pm | delete
    Great job in making this lens.
    I didn't know about this case and
    now I know a lot.

    what a sad story.
  • papawu Apr 1, 2009 @ 12:31 pm | delete
    Stories like this are always so damned sad and they are numerous. There simply is no hope in a "Perfect World."
  • OhMe Nov 16, 2008 @ 2:25 pm | delete
    You have really done a thorough job with this lens telling this horrible story.
  • Oct 6, 2008 @ 9:30 pm | delete
    Happens even worse!..............
  • rms Oct 2, 2008 @ 8:41 am | delete
    Congrats on winning the top producer award! This lens is being featured at the Showcase today.
    www.giantsquidshowcase.com
  • sandyspider Sep 26, 2008 @ 5:47 pm | delete
    So sad! My heart goes out to the family. This is a great tribute.
  • GreenRevolution Sep 25, 2008 @ 2:42 pm | delete
    Great job Thomas! Your lens is very compelling and well-designed. Thanks for bringing this sad, but important story to our attention. God bless Nona and her family. 5*S
  • Rajays Sep 25, 2008 @ 12:53 pm | delete
    Great presentation to showcase a compelling story. *****
  • mulberry Sep 24, 2008 @ 3:11 pm | delete
    I had heard of this case but really didn't know much. Excellent job in summarizing all of the surround issues. Excellent work!
  • KJ in trouble again. . . Sep 22, 2008 @ 11:26 am | delete
    http://www.co.washington.ar.us/sheriff/summary/Detainee.asp?bn=4081023
  • sierrah Sep 21, 2008 @ 1:48 pm | delete
    its heart breaking..I believe it was the step father who killed her..anyway why would he erase everything off her cellphone and take it?Its because he was the one text messaging!

    p.s nona-RIP i love uu!!!!!!!
  • JaguarJulie Sep 21, 2008 @ 11:18 am | delete
    Listening to the videos creates a chilling reality to this tragic, tragic story. Blessings to Nona that she is in a happier place; blessings to the families involved; blessings to you Thomas for creating a tribute to Nona.
  • flowergardener Sep 21, 2008 @ 8:37 am | delete
    I feel real empathy for Kevin, especially since he cannot even go on with his life and attend the college of his choice.
  • lou16 Sep 21, 2008 @ 12:42 am | delete
    a great lens about a tragic case.
  • average joe Sep 20, 2008 @ 11:56 pm | delete
    The cops should go to jail, along with the phony stepfather. Who were they protecting? Why were they trying to railroad this poor kid? Let's see some real justice, put the cops away ....
  • stargazer00 Sep 20, 2008 @ 11:24 pm | delete
    I'll be watching 48 hours in a about half an hour to see what this story is all about. So sad.
  • SemperFidelis Sep 20, 2008 @ 11:05 pm | delete
    You've done a wonderful job on this lens Thomas.
    Blessing on this one! :o)
  • KimGiancaterino Sep 20, 2008 @ 10:54 pm | delete
    I've heard of this case. It's so very sad. Thank you for stating the facts and honoring Nona's memory. Blessings to you.
  • BKM Sep 20, 2008 @ 10:35 pm | delete
    I also agree that the stepdad seems very guilty. At the least, he is a sicko, if not the murderer. Why would he think anyone would "buy" the tale that he needed his stepdaughter's cell phone because he is cheap. Give me a break! He's trying to keep evidence hid forever.
  • BigGirlBlue Sep 11, 2008 @ 12:27 am | delete
    I've never heard about this girl or the crime against her. It is such a sad event but definitely a story that should be told. Thank you for sharing it.
  • Seriously Aug 26, 2008 @ 3:58 pm | delete
    Wow, so the stepfather was not the one arrested. What a shock. Guess some folks might owe him an apology.

    I'm just saying. . .
  • Former Arkansan Aug 26, 2008 @ 10:22 am | delete
    What a tragic case. To me, the fault lies with the Russellville PD. They were clearly underqualified to conduct a thorough investigation and that, coupled with the "bubba" mentality, spelled disaster for not only K. Jones, but everyone involved. Now that's there's supposedly irrefutable DNA evidence that Gary Dunn was the murderer, I wonder how Nona's family feels about all the horrible things they said about K. Jones and his family? Tragedy for EVERYONE.
  • Susan52 Aug 23, 2008 @ 10:33 pm | delete
    I just hope they got the right guy. How sad that Kevin's life has been messed up from having been arrested in the first place, even though he was acquitted. I just feel very bad for Nona's family and all involved.
  • ThomasC Aug 23, 2008 @ 8:22 pm | delete
    Anyone have any comments about the recent arrest of Gary Dunn for the murder of Nona Dirksmeyer?
  • no nic Jul 8, 2008 @ 3:57 pm | delete
    It's a true testament to the ignorance of the general public how the step-father has been verbally crucified, and for what? There is absolutely NO physical evidence that he was involved with Nona's death! Asking for the cell phone afterwards is circumstantial "evidence" at best. Get a clue!
  • Vicki May 26, 2008 @ 10:39 pm | delete
    The stepfather is so guilty. His mean attitude is horrible. He was too firm with her and is the reason she moved out to begin with. Had her on a 9pm curfew because he locked doors at 10pm and said nothing good happened after 10pm. He is an arrogant killing pig! They need to call in some real lawmen and get him to confess. They botched the crimescene so badly they won't have any evidence to prove it. He will have to finally confess. They need somebody really good to interogate him! What a loser he is! He makes me sick! The grinning mother makes me even sicker! Does she really need a man that badly to stay with her daughers killer? Whew! I feel better now!
  • Dorrie May 26, 2008 @ 3:38 am | delete
    I just watched Dateline and even before I read the other posts about the stepfather being guilty, I felt the same way!!
  • RichLeigh May 20, 2008 @ 6:31 pm | delete
    I knew nothing about this before reading, this lens was however incredibly informative and has taught me a lot about the case. Thank you for sharing this with us all!
  • Dav1d0 May 5, 2008 @ 11:19 am | delete
    Hi, thanks for joining Squidoovision ;) Good luck and keep lens rolling in the future ;)
  • Larry May 3, 2008 @ 3:12 pm | delete
    THE STEP FATHER KILLER HER! Period, and that sicko mother, who always wears that stupid smile in TV shows is covering for him. Erased the cell phone, called the mother 8 times to make an excuse for the day..sad for the girl, but time to hang that mother and step father out to dry, HE KILLED HER and she is covering up for him..Oh yeah.. what a LOOSER police department that town has, I guess what they say about Cops with lo I.Q.s is real!
  • justbeing May 3, 2008 @ 2:59 pm | delete
    it was the stepfather!!!! it's so obvious!!
  • no nic Feb 29, 2008 @ 8:11 am | delete
    Nice page!

    Note: Duane and Carol Dipert live in Russellville, AR.
  • Susan52 Feb 19, 2008 @ 11:50 am | delete
    You don't have to be from Russellville to know about Nona Dirksmeyer. Since Kevin was acquitted and the fingerprint on the condom wrapper has been identified, hopefully the truth will come out in the near future. Thank you for honoring her memory.

by

danthemans

R.I.P. Nona Dirksmeyer
Our community lost an Angel more »

Feeling creative? Create a Lens!

Explore related pages

Related Tags