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Nathan Fairlie Obituary

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SPC NATHAN P. FAIRLIE
CANDOR - SPC Nathan P. Fairlie, 21, of Candor, died Friday, January 26, 2007, while serving our Country in Iraq.He is survived by his parents, Paul and Karen Fairlie, Candor; sister, Mindi Rogers and her friend, Mark Camp; paternal grandmother, Helena Fairlie; maternal grandparents, John and Mable Brenchley; several aunts, uncles, cousins and many dear friends.Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 6, 2007, at 10:00 a.m. at the Allen Memorial Baptist Church - Gymnasium, 8 Church St., Candor, NY. Burial will follow in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Candor. The family will receive friends Monday evening from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Allen Memorial Baptist Church - Gymnasium. Memorial contributions may be made in SPC Nathan P. Fairlie's memory to Candor Athletic Booster Club, 1 Academy St., Candor, NY 13743.Arrangements are by the Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home.

Published by Ithaca Journal on Feb. 5, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Nathan Fairlie

42 Entries

Darla Travis

January 28, 2014

I'm so sorry for the loss of your son. He served in Iraq with my son. Every year on the anniversary of his death, my son puts a message of remembrance on his Facebook. I'm sorry it took me so long to reach out to you. Please know that his Army brothers love and miss him, too. He will not be forgotten.

Peggy Childers

January 26, 2013

To the family and friends of Pfc. Nathan P. Fairlie:
It has truly been my honor to sign Nathan's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Nathan will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

January 20, 2013

As we approach the anniversary of his passing, please be aware that we have not forgotten your loved one. We will forever be grateful for his service to this Country.

Peggy Childers

January 29, 2012

January 26, 2012
To the family and friends of Pfc. Nathan P. Fairlie:
Always remembering Nathan. "Some gave all."

Ron Daley

July 14, 2011

I will be doing my part to keep and honor the memory of your son and the sacrifice he gave for us.

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Peggy Childers

January 26, 2011

To the family and friends of Pfc. Nathan P. Fairlie:
Please accept my remembrance of Nathan on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Peggy Childers

January 26, 2010

To the family and friends of Pfc. Nathan P. Fairlie:
Remembering Nathan on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Kenna Larra

February 19, 2009

We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. War does not discriminate – It breaks my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,400 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Kenna

In Memory of Nathan ~ (Debra Estep)

January 27, 2009

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.

The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”

I did not know Nathan, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008

The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol

Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

Peggy Childers

January 26, 2009

To the family of Pfc. Nathan P. Fairlie:
Nathan gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

June 19, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Fairlie!

August 8, 2007

Nathan, It's really hard to think that the guys will be coming home soon and you won't be with them. You were the heart and soul of that troop and I know they miss you daily. Thank you for paying the ultimate sacrifice. I'm glad I have pictures to remind me of the good times. We will meet again in heaven one day and I know you'll have some crazy story to tell like always. I miss you and I will always remember you.

August 7, 2007

I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON (KIA on 07/06/07) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

August 7, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Fairlie and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

paul Stratton

May 26, 2007

I am very sorry about the loss of Nathan.. He gave his all for the United States and will not be forgotten.. He will honored in the manner in which he so rightly deserves..

ROBYN Garside

April 29, 2007

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.

A PROUD MARINE MOM

BERT HOLLER

April 23, 2007

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO THIS COUNTRY WHICH WE LOVE SO MUCH. YOU ARE A HERO FOR DOING YOUR DUTY BECAUSE YOU FELT IT WAS THE RIGHT THING TO DO. WE TOO KNOW WHAT IT IS LIKE TO LOSE A SOLDIER. ON JANUARY 22, 2007 WE LOST OUR SON-IN-LAW TO AN IED IN IRAQ. NICK WAS IN 2/7 CAV AND LOVED BEING A SOLDIER. WE WILL NEVER FORGET THESE YOUNG HEROES. PLEASE ACCEPT OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS. THANK YOU,

Valerie Seelye

February 21, 2007

I just want to say how very sorry I am about the loss of your son, Nathan. My heart aches so much for you & your family, but I also know how truly proud you are of your son. My son served beside Nathan in Baquba,& said what a great guy he was. He wrote & told us about him, & that he was thankful to have him beside him. May God fill you with his peace & comfort, & thankyou for raising up such a fine, strong young man, willing to give his all so that I can continue to fly my flag freely everyday. I will think of you & pray for you all everyday Valerie Seelye Napa, CA

Trudy Lowe

February 13, 2007

My heartfelt sympathies to your family. My heart breaks with each new name added to this list, and I am saddened by your loss. Know that you are surrounded by prayers, grace and the deep gratitude of all who live in freedom. My God hold you in his arms and grant you peace. Please find joy in the memories of your loved one and comfort knowing so many are holding you in their hearts.

Glen

February 12, 2007

“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers

Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still

We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever

Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away

Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go

We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light

Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray

Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound

Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go

Shawnee (Austin, TX)

February 7, 2007

I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. He is an American hero, and will not be forgotten.
Rest in Peace.

Jen Schmidt

February 7, 2007

Deep condolences on the loss of your Nathan. Words seem inadequate to convey anything in the wake of such loss, but know that the thoughts and solidarity of many people are with you in spirit at this time.

anonymous Soldier

February 7, 2007

I'm sorry. I can't call him "Nathan". As long as I have known him, and when he was my driver, he was "Fairlie", as well as many other names, but never Nathan. We just don't work that way. I know there is absolutely nothing I can say to lessen your pain. Nothing has been said to lessen our own pain. Fairlie was one of a kind and at night when I lay down on my cot, I still see his face and sometimes, tears still come. At the end of this year, I will mourn your son properly, but for now, just know that he is loved more than you can imagine and is missed greatly. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please pray for us while we continue the mission and carry on the Fairlie legacy. God Bless

Rachel Crofut

February 6, 2007

God bless you, Nathan. I practically grew up with you, I can't believe you're gone. You gave so much for your country and for everyone around you. We all owe you a debt we can never repay. Candor will miss you terribly.

Amanda

February 6, 2007

Thank you Nathan for your willingness to serve, thank you Fairlie Family for your willingness to allow Nathan to serve. We are praying for you in your loss.

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

February 6, 2007

My heartfelt sympathy to the Fairlie family in the loss of Nathan. I did not know Nathan, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Nathan you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

Matt Conover

February 5, 2007

May Nate now be an angel in God's army. Ill never forget the things we did with Nate. Fearless things. Fearless he was in all of life. Fearless of judgement, critisism, danger, and pain, for which I will honor my fallen comrade. I'll carry you with me into battle foreign or domestic. Rest In Peace Brother.

Christina

February 5, 2007

Nate, you were an amazing friend and boy I miss you already. We love you and don't forget that. You'll be missed.

February 2, 2007

How do you measure a man?

A man that would go to a foreign land,
and for our rights, protect and stand,
and ultimately take to God's own hand.

Nathan is the measure of a man.

Bob Ross - Vietnam Vet

January 31, 2007

Pfc. Nathan P. Fairlie - Requiescat in Pace

Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.

Mary Frye – 1932

January 31, 2007

My Heart and Prayers go out to the Family and Friends of Nathan.
Remember his smile, laugh and the great times you shared.
May those memories help ease your pain.

"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is to never die"
Robert Orr

The price your loved one paid for me will not be forgotten.

Bobbie Compton

January 30, 2007

Thank you Pfc. Fairlie for your bravery and sacrifice. You will always be remembered with pride and gratitude. My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of this young hero.

VICKIE

January 30, 2007

To the family of Pfc. Nathan Fairlie: My deepest sympathies to you at this most heart breaking time for you. As the mother of a Marine that has been in Iraq twice, my heart and soul go out to you. Comfort can come from the pride we have in your son and the pride he had in himself. His selflessness reflects the American spirit of freedom and he and you, have paid the highest price of freedom. There can be nothing worse than losing a loved one this way and my heart, again, goes out for you. Our prayers are with you.

January 30, 2007

To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA

Linda Colabella

January 30, 2007

To the family of Pfc. Nathan P. Fairlie, I thank God everyday for the soldiers who are protecting us. May God bless you and your family and to Nathan, rest in peace and thank you for protecting me. Love Linda xoxo

Dennis & Pam Robertson

January 29, 2007

We are saddened to hear of the death of another young soldier, a hero. May God comfort you and embrace you as only He can. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Uncle & Aunt of Lance Cpl James R. Davenport KIA 11/22/06

Gary Allain

January 29, 2007

Pfc. Nathan P. Fairlie
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

Phyllis Schuster

January 28, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you try to make sense of this news. I know where you can be, because my son Benjamin C. Schuster was KIA in Ramadi Iraq on February 25th 2006. It was a long time before anything made sense, and it took many people in many ways supportive before I could breathe again. Your love for Nathan goes without question. Your loss is unfathomable. He was and is your own unique person. Our love will be with you. We know...

Lee Sirotnak

January 28, 2007

Please accept the condolences of this military family. We will honor Nathan and his sacrifice by remembering him in our prayers, and will keep his loved ones in our prayers that you find peace and comfort in the Lord.

Linda Rhodes

January 28, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

Garnet Jenkins

January 28, 2007

Please know how deeply sorry I am to learn of the loss of Pfc. Nathan P. Fairlie,
The price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May Nathan rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Fairlie family.

There will never be enough ways to humbly thank these heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.

"I consider that our present sufferings.
are not worth comparing with the glory
that shall be revealed in us."
Romans 8:18

May the Peace of God and your memories of Nathan, remain in your heart always and give you strength through the difficult days ahead.
Softly and slowly, time heals.