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Nicholas Patterson Obituary
AKRON - Sgt. Nicholas J. Patterson, 24, died Monday, Sept. 10th, in Iraq. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Rochester High School, Rochester, IN, where friends may call after 2 p.m. Tuesday. Private burial will take place at the Akron Cemetery, Akron, after the services. Earl-Love Funeral Home, 811 Rochester St., Akron, is handling arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nicholas Patterson
Mom
February 27, 2012
love, love, love you Nick!! Happpy Heavenly Birthday!!
Dad and Virg
February 26, 2012
Happy Birthday Nick! We miss you and Love you very much!
September 12, 2011
Nicholas, you are loved and missed so much! Our hearts are filled with sadness!!You will never be forgotten!Love, Mom
Peggy Childers
September 10, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Nicholas J. Patterson:
Please accept my remembrance of Nicholas on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Julie Wilburn
June 19, 2011
Thought of you today Happy Fayhers Day!
mary babb
June 2, 2011
jayme
I thought of you and yours on memorial day. thank you for the sacrifice for our country. you are an amazing woman and mother. gods blessings with you.
Roger Rickert
June 2, 2011
Rest in peace Hero, a Grateful Nation Salutes you. Look down upon your loved ones, shower them in love, guide them through this journey we call life. Until they are reunited with you in the heavens above.
Peggy Childers
September 10, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Nicholas J. Patterson:
Remembering Nicholas 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
Peggy Childers
September 10, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Nicholas J. Patterson:
Nicholas 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
PAM SHEPHERD
March 26, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Kenna Larra
December 13, 2008
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families at this time. This is a Nonprofit Organization to honor are Soldiers!
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Sincerely,
Kenna
In Memory of Nicholas ~ (Debra Estep)
September 10, 2008
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 Nicholas, but I am remembering
his service. 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
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
richard brendle
September 8, 2008
nick , i miss you man. you are one of the best men i have ever meet and had the chance to serve with . i know your up there looking over me as im preparing to leave on my next deployment . the world will miss you forever. sicerly kenny brendle aka smeigal.
katie arnold
July 12, 2008
still missing you nick
July 4, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Patterson!
Becky Coy
July 1, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we thank god everyday for brave men & women like your soldier for defending our country. We are building a wall in honor of all those who have lost their lives in Iraq & Afghanistan from Indiana. It's called Wall of Heroes. If you would like more information please contact me at [email protected].
Shelly DeBusk
February 4, 2008
May God grant you peace to know your son is in heaven and is still with you in your heart. May you have peace in knowing he is still with you "guardian angel". We honor him and thank him for serving our country. God Bless your family.
October 13, 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
Merle Trammell
September 28, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rebecca Leggett
September 24, 2007
To the family of SGT. Nicholas Patterson, his wife and son. I met Nick a few years ago when he came through the eye clinic at Ft. Bragg to have his eye surgery. He was one of the few out of thousands of soldiers that made a huge impression on me over the years. He loved his wife and son so much and talked about his love for them when he would come in for his check ups. I remember the last time I saw Nick before he left for Iraq and said I would see him when he returned, have a safe trip, he seemed so happy that day. I think maybe everything was just starting to go the way he wanted it to in his life, his family was coming together. He was and is the best guy in the world. I feel fortunate to of meet him and so sorry he has left us so soon. Just know that he is loved and missed all over the world.
Rebecca Leggett C.O.T.
Warfighters Refractive Eye clinic
Ft. Bragg, North Carolina
September 24, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Patterson and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
7th Grade Louisburg Middle School
September 24, 2007
We care and share your sorrow and pride.
Tom Gugliuzza
September 21, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Patterson family in the loss of Nicholas. I did not know Nicholas, 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. Nicholas 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~
Chaplain Dan Gates, Georgia Society SAR
September 21, 2007
With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Sergeant Patterson. As a Vietnam Veteran and the State Chaplain of the Georgia Sons Of The American Revolution, I speak for our President, Charlie A. Newcomer, III and more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia in humbly expressing the condolences of a grateful Society. Wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, your American hero stood on a wall of freedom for us all. His life and his love of country epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe him ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… his family!!!
Mike & Katie Arnold
September 20, 2007
TO my Sweet, Dear Friend and Sister in Christ,Jayme-- To my new shinning star, who is so full of life, Ry-Ry. My heart is still so broken for the both of you. Your presence in my life has ment so much. The presence of Nick's life in Mike and mine has also ment so much. Mike and I thought so highly of Nick. He was a picture perfect Soldier, Husband, Father and Friend. Nick or who I would like to call "Pat" brought life to our neighborhood, Pat always was the life of the party and the smile that would brighten your day. Nick will never be forgetten in the Arnolds hearts, his life has forever made a impact on our lives and for that We thank God for the days that we were able to know Sgt. Nicholas J. Patterson. WE thank God that Nick has brought you, Jayme and your perfect sweet little man into mine and Mikes life forever!
We love you both!
Love the Arnolds,
Mike, Katie, Jakob, Natalie & Madison!
Rob Pirelli
September 19, 2007
We in Franklin Massachusetts have lost a dear one and feel your loss. I know whatever your told today will seem to be of little value but do trust me I know your son did what my son did while serving his country and this nation for what we stand for. He now walks along side my hero and I will just say my heart pours out to all of you in your momment of sadness. Not now but if you do wish to talk ,I will be here for you. Let God guide him home and comfort your family during these trying times.
shawnee (Austin, TX)
September 19, 2007
Please know that millions of Americans and are sadden by the passing of your son and others over in the middle east. They are our brave heroes and will never be forgotten.
God bless your son, and the family of Sgt. Pattersons for raising such a brave hero.
Sandy Bonesteel
September 15, 2007
As the mother of a son who is deployed, I want to send my condolences. Please know that there are many, many people who grieve with you.
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
September 14, 2007
Our HEROS will NEVER be forgotten.Our prayers and thoughts are with the Patterson family.Rest well brother Nick that star spangled banner WILL FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel, clutched in the tallons,And spirit WILL FOREVER soar high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation. ....... ...
Valorie
September 14, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and they were protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007
debbi rivers
September 14, 2007
To the parents of Nicholas, my heart and prayers are with you now as you go through this time of grief and heartbreak. I too know the pain you are feeling and what you will go through in then days, weeks and months ahead. I am a Gold Star Mother and I have been blessed by God with the strength to reach out to other parents and family to give emotional support that we so need at this time. When and if you are ready please contact me as I will be here for you to talk to, vent, cry or share memories. It takes the comfort of one who has been where you are now to help. May God wrap His arms of love and comfort around you and may you allow His healing powers in your life.
In memory of my son SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III KIA 11/12/06
Garnet Jenkins
September 14, 2007
I am Deeply Saddened to learn of the loss of Sgt. Nicholas J. Patterson. The Price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May Nicholas rest safely now, in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Patterson family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
"Cast thy burden upon the Lord,
and He shall sustain thee."
~ Psalm 55:22 ~
Hoping you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the difficult days ahead, as this Grateful Country mourns with you, for Someone Very Precious to you, Who Is A True American Hero to all of us.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
September 14, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family 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, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) 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
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
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