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Nathan George Obituary
Nathan was born August 25, 1988 in Bossier City, Louisiana to David and Holly George, and died after a courageous battle with cancer on November 6, 2010, surrounded by his family. He was a shining example to all of his friends and family with his unwavering faith, strength and perseverance, even unto the end. Throughout his battle he wrote messages of faith on his "Caring Bridge," which touched the lives of hundreds, and he was eager to share his testimony. He was an active member of Bellaire Baptist Church. He was loved by all who knew him and will be remembered for his great sense of humor and loyalty to his family and friends.
Nathan graduated from Parkway High School, attended Louisiana College for a year, and was in his senior year of pre-med studies at LSUS. He loved to fish and was an avid LSU football fan. (His friends are convinced he had something to do with LSU's win Saturday night.) Active in sports, he played baseball from an early age and into college as a catcher, participated in several triathlons during college, and loved to work out with his friends at Fit Nation where he worked part-time.
Nathan is survived by his parents, David and Holly George, his brother, Bryan George, and grandparents, Bill and Betty George, all of Bossier City, Louisiana; grandparents Donald and Karen Toppett, of Shreveport, Louisiana; Uncle Scott Toppett and wife, Anne Toppett, of Plano, TX; and Uncle William George and wife, Nancy George, of Marshall, Texas, and several cousins.
Honoring him as pallbearers will be close friends, Jeff Barbera, Justin Juneau, Ryan Juneau, Trey McGuire, Bob Morgan, and Garrett Wilson. Honorary pallbearers will be Brady Cartwright, Ben Clark, Billy Daniel, and Jacob Koch. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to the Young Adult Ministry at Bellaire Baptist Church, 4330 Panther Dr., Bossier City, LA 71112 or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Avenue Memphis TN 38105.
Special thanks to all the doctors and nurses at Baylor Medical Center who took care of Nathan during his time there, and to Miss Jean, who brought him pancakes or doughnuts every morning.
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for Nathan George
Samus Aran
December 3, 2010
Nathan you were full of win and doesn't afraid of anything. Thanks bro for the memories
ERIKA BORN
November 19, 2010
nathan,
your truely loved and greatly missed! thank you for all you did for me, may you rest in peace and i cant wait until i can see you again. and to bryan & family: stay strong and dont lose faith........ GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU......
Danica Chaffin, RN
November 17, 2010
To the George Family,
I just wanted to express my sympathy for your loss. It was such a pleasure taking care of Nathan. I am honored to have been a part of his journey and part of all of your lives. I will miss him dearly.
Melanie (Richter) Hooper
November 13, 2010
Mrs. George, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. He was a wonderful young man. God be with your family.
Jarrod Jackson
November 11, 2010
Mrs. George, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you and your family, and know that you are in my prayers.
Steven Snow
November 11, 2010
David and Holly,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know this is a sad time for your family. Our prayers are with you.
Linda Anderson
November 11, 2010
I am a Master Gardener with Nathan's grandfather. Although I did not know Nathan, with a grandfather like Don, he must have been a good kid. He sounded like he was a great kid and was very into sharing his memories and experiences with other people. There will be a special place in heaven for Nathan. My heart and prayers are will all of Nathan's family.
David & Lulu Griffore
November 10, 2010
You are in our prayers. I am so sorry to hear of your loss
Chad Abernathy
November 10, 2010
David,
I got to know you and Nate through the game we all loved. This love and passion for baseball was evident in all facets of Nate's life. It was truly an HONOR to coach him for the short time I did. I had such a great time with that group of kids and Nate was one of the main reasons why. His courage during his battle with cancer truly is an inspiration and has humbled me as a person. I pray for peace for you, Holly and Bryan and want to leave you with this thought: Your son was a beacon of light. Countless people looked to him for inspiration and to be uplifted. Very few people can look back on their lives and say they had such a profound and lasting impact on other people like Nate did. I am proud to have known him. God bless all of you.
Coach Chad Abernathy
Shreveport Orioles 2006
November 10, 2010
"They that love beyond the World, cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill, what never dies."
Sherry Henderson
November 9, 2010
Karen and Don, Holly, David and Bryan, we were so sorry to hear about Nathan. He has touched so many people lives. May the Holy Spirit confort each of you and wrap his arms of love around you and give you peace in "Jesus" name. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. Christ love, Sherry, Scotty and family
Virginia Lawrence
November 9, 2010
Mrs. George and David,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family in this hard time. Just know that he is now singing with the angels and is gracefully walking the streets of gold with the maker. What a beautiful illustration of the future. He is no longer in pain and is full of life again! Love you and praying for the family.
Brandon Valeton & Brittany Lawrason
November 9, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person & great friend. We love you Nathan & you will always be in our hearts!
Jessica Hughes
November 9, 2010
Nathan- I love you more than words can express and thank God for every single day I have known you and spent time with you, which makes a lot of days since we grew up together since elementary school. I am truly honored to have had you as one of my very best friends and a part of our close knit group of friends that grew up together since we were itty bitty! I will carry you with me until we meet again.
Mrs. Holly, Mr. David, Bryan, Grandma Betty, etc... My heart is with y'all during this incredibly tough time. I love y'all!
Donna Thorn
November 9, 2010
Coach & Mrs. George, I didn't have the joy of knowing Nathan but I do know how much he & Coach have inspired the kids at Bossier. Know that we are all praying for your family.
The Thorns, James, Donna, Hannah & Hayden
Wendy Perrin
November 9, 2010
I do not personally know your family, but I am blessed to know of Nathan's life and am thankful to God for the gift of this precious young man.
November 9, 2010
We are saddened to hear of your loss. The Mahoney Family, Vicky, Devin & SPencer
Lea Folds
November 9, 2010
Holly and David, I am so very sorry. Nathan's life affected so many, and it is clear you raised a wonderful, strong, Christian young man. Please know that You are in my thoughts and prayers.I pray God's strength, comfort, and peace for your family.
Michelle Cheney
November 9, 2010
Much love to you George family. Many prayers are being lifted up on your behalf. May the Lord sustain you during this time of grief. How proud you all must be to hear the stories of how Nathan affected so many people. What a joy and a gift to have been the special ones God chose to be his parents. May God Bless and Keep you under His wing.
Michelle Cheney
Shenelle Wallace
November 9, 2010
To the George family, I wanted to say that I am sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers. Nathan was a great friend who helped me out over the last year when I was sick. I tried to repay him for that when I came to Dallas and brought him some LSUS stuff but he wasn't allowed to see anyone at that time. It was an honor knowing your son. My family is praying for your family.
Lynn Lee
November 9, 2010
Holly, I am deeply saddened to hear about your loss. May God wrap his arms around you and comfort your family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you
lyndsie williams
November 9, 2010
Gerorge family,
I am so sorry for yall lost. You and in our prayers. And may god help you in this hard time. We all loved Nathan for his loving heart and his willness to bring joy and fun around. He will always be remerber and never forgotten. Lyndsie and Madison Williams
Wanda Thompson
November 9, 2010
I am almost 62 years old and have wondered why I chose to work with a bunch of 20 ish year olds at Fit Nation....I realized the day Nathan left us that if I hadn't , I would have not met him....he made an impact in helping my transition in life that I have been going through..And I will... never forget him because he has been such an inspiration to me.....wish I could hug him right now..and to all his young friends....he set such a good example that you need to follow....love, Miss Wanda
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Ruth Ray
November 9, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. George,
You and your family are in the thoughts and prayers of all of us in the Department of Education at LSUS.
Jennifer Hadley Hawkins
November 9, 2010
Holly, I am so sorry for your loss. I have thought of you and David and the boys over the years. Nathan sounds like he was an awesome young man. I know you all are very proud of the christian young man he grew to be. My heart goes out to you, David, and Bryan. You and your family in my prayers.
Karen Outram (Harris)
November 9, 2010
David and Holly,
My Mom told me about Nathan and I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are lifted up to you and the Family during this difficult time.
Christy Rolland
November 9, 2010
Mrs. George,
I don't know if you remember me,but you were my instructor at LSUS a couple of years ago for ED 416?, I think. I wanted to express my heartfelt sympathy for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Keep your faith in God, He will see you through!
November 9, 2010
David, Holly and Bryan,
Our prayers are with you and your family. We followed Nathan through his journals on Caringbridge, he was truly an inspirational and special young man. I know he touched many lives including ours.
Jerry, Deana, Jerry Jr and Ashley Staton
Nathan Antee
November 9, 2010
Mrs. George, I am so sorry to hear about Nathan. I hope that you can find peace in knowing that Nathan isn't hurting anymore. You are a wonderful and inspirational person. Stay strong! My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Marilyn Hunt
November 9, 2010
Although I never had the previlage of knowing Nathan, the positive impact that he made on so many people is amazing. His outlook on life, his faith in God and his love for his family and friends is a true inspiration. Knowing that he is no longer in pain and watching over everyone - and in his own amazing way, giving us all the strength to go forward.. My prayers and thoughts are with your family in their loss.
Pam Seals
November 9, 2010
Bill & Betty, David & Holly,
We are so sorry for your loss of such a wonderful young man. Nathan was an awesome person and such a strong fighter through all of this. He will be remembered forever by the many people that knew and loved him. We have known him since he was 3 years old and have so many fun memories of him. He has touched so many lives in so many different ways. He is a legend and will not be forgotten! Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
Love, Pam & Jim Seals
Robert Reynolds
November 9, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Amanda Booth
November 9, 2010
I am praying for your family.
Amanda Booth
November 9, 2010
I am truly sorry for your lose. my heart goes out to your family. please know that i am praying for u. just take comfort knowing that one day you will be able to see him one day.
The Clifford Family
November 8, 2010
Dear Coach George and Family, we did not know Nathan. But if anything like Coach then he was a great man. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all. The Lord will be there to walk with you all during this painful time.
Julie Grenella
November 8, 2010
I did not know Nathan personaly but have gotten to the know the people of Bellaire Baptist and know what a special person he was to all there who knew him. My prayers go out to the family.
Randy, Donna & Ryan Elledge
November 8, 2010
David, Holly and Bryan, we are so sorry to hear about Nathan. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I'm sorry that I wasn't able to visit with you tonight. May God give you and your family comfort and strength during this most trying time.
Sandra Johnson Armstrong
November 8, 2010
Holly, I am so sorry for your loss. I have been praying for Nathan since your mother told my mother last year he was so sick. I lost my husband last year so I know a little bit of what you are going through. Just know that God will see you through this and one day you will be able to look back and see how His hand sustained you. May God bless you and I will continue to pray for you and your family.
Diana Jolley
November 8, 2010
Nathan was truly an amazing young man who touched every life he came in contact with in his short life in such a positive way. My thoughts and prayers are with the family in their loss. I am truly sorry for the pain and suffering that you are going through right now.
Gayle Stephens
November 8, 2010
You have my heartfelt sympathy. I remember seeing Nathan at the gym and he always had a beautiful smile on his face. I will continue to pray for your family. Gayle Stephens and Family Bellaire Elementary.
Delayna Hensley
November 8, 2010
Ms George,
I miss you so much. I was standing right there when you got that first call saying he had cancer. That stuck. But he's with Jesus now, and it will all be okay. :D Dont forget how to smile!
November 8, 2010
Holly, I am sending my sympathy upon hearing of Nathan's death. I remember him as an energetic young boy at Bellaire. I cannot imagine your grief, but I know God will heal your broken hearts. Sending my love and sympathy, Patsy Froebe
Beverly Bagwell
November 8, 2010
Holly...please know that you, and your family, are in my thoughts and prayers. I know it has been a long, difficult struggle. I wish that I were there to support you all.
November 8, 2010
Dear Holly,Karen & Don, I pray that the Lord Who is the God of all comfort will wrap His arms around you & hold you tight. May the light of His love shine upon you & sustain you.
Love, Shirley & M.D.Johnson
Sandra Cooper
November 8, 2010
David and Holly,
We were so saddened to hear about the loss of your wonderful son. We have been reading his blog and just in awe of his courage and inspiring wisdom. We are sending our thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Sandra Brandt Cooper and Brian Cooper
Josh
November 8, 2010
Mrs. George, I honestly do not know you but I read this and wanted to let you know my prayers are with you. I heard about what happened from my girlfriend, a former student in your gifted class, Delayna. I am sorry for your loss and I look forward to meeting your son in heaven someday. (((hugs)))
Theresa Miller
November 8, 2010
Holly and David...my deepest sympathies...having lost my mother this year...we trully begin to understand just how short our time here really is...words can not express the loss at this time...for I still cry almost daily for my mom...and I cannot even imagine losing one of my kids...I am touched to have read his walk with Christ through the FB site...he was a special child of God...You both should be proud as parents! Love to your entire family...Theresa (Moses) Bodie- Miller
Gloria Dailey Seegers
November 8, 2010
David, Holly and family~ I'm so saddened to hear of Nathan's passing and read his inspirational posts on Caringbridge many times. Your family is in my prayers during this difficult time and Heaven has gained a true Angel of God.
Love to you and your family~
Gloria Dailey Seegers
Cherie Salvucci
November 8, 2010
To the George family,
Words can not express how saddened I am by your loss. My God place his arms around you and comfort you as you deal with this pain. Nathan was a wonderful young man and touched the lives of almost everyone he met. You will remain in my thoughts and my prayers.
Melissa Johnston
November 8, 2010
Bryan, my thoughts and prayers r with you and your family during this time...Nathan was an extroadinary person and leaves a legacy behind...May God wrap His arms around u and ur parents and give yall an abundance of love and support...Nathan will never be forgotten.. From my family to yours; we are so sorry for ur loss and may Gods peace help you through this time.
Tara McCullough
November 8, 2010
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of Nathan. Please take comfort in the fact that others are praying for you and your family. He was a great person and an inspiration to many. May Nathan rest in peace and may you remember all of the great times you spent with him.
george jordan
November 8, 2010
To the George family our heart goes out yo you. Bubba is sorry he cant be there. We all are praying for you.
Bubba Jordan
November 8, 2010
Dear George Family, I wish i was in town to be there for your family. I will miss Nathan and i know that he is looking over all that was in his life no matter where they are. I had the honor to be Nathan's friend. I will always have him in my heart. He touched so many people and was loved by everyone that he met. He is the ultimate iron man and the ultimate angel. I love you Nate and you will live on forever!
The Bryant Family
November 8, 2010
David, Holly, and Bryan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Nathan was loved and an inspiration to all of us. He will be missed!
Rick, Susan, Brittany, & Ricky
Dana
November 8, 2010
I did not know Nathan but this has touched my heart. Nathan was only one week younger than my son. As a mother this saddened my heart and I want to convey my heart-felt condolences to his parents and everyone one who loved this young man. May his memories forever bring you joy and comfort.
Jennifer L. Hutchinson (Lyric C. LaPlante
November 8, 2010
Mrs. George, I am simply overwhelmed with grief for you and your family with your loss. I cannot even begin to understand your pain but I offer you comfort by reminding you that he is no longer suffering as he is now safely "Home". Please know that I lift you and your entire family up in prayers.
Veronica Trahan
November 8, 2010
Bryan, I am sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.
November 8, 2010
Dear George Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so blessed that we were able to know Nathan while we were stationed at Barksdale. Nathan will always be a bright shining light in our hearts. May God bless your family and wrap you in His love.
Love,
The Tester Family
Evelyn Wiggins
November 8, 2010
Nathan has been a true inspiration. We should all learn from him. God Bless you and bring you peace. Love and prayers from Dave, Evelyn, David and Taylor Wiggins
James, Doris, Marshall, and Katelynn Harrison
November 8, 2010
Dear Holly Coach George and Bryan,
We are truly sorry for the lose of your baby in the family. Nathen is in a better place. He is in the hands of the Lord now. Yall are in our thoughts and prayers. Nathan was a part of us all even if we knew him well or not. If yall need anything or just need to talk please let us know. we are here for yall and yalls family.
Erin Bass
November 8, 2010
It feels like yesterday we were in Mrs. Gibson's World Geography class laughing, learning, and just plain being silly.
Nathan is truly an inspiration to us all and had such a kind and gorgeous spirit.
My thoughts and love are with Bryan and his family as you all go through this indescribable time.
Bubba Jordan
November 8, 2010
Nathan,
What can I say buddy? I know that you are in a much better place now and that is the only reason that i have not cried every moment. I know that you would say smile, so i will. I will look at the moments we had together and never forget what you meant to so many people. I know your looking over everyone in shreveport right now but I also know that you have an eye on me in Kansas as well. I will miss you more than I can describe. I love you Buddy! Ill see you soon!
November 8, 2010
I did not know this young man, but I feel like I did....what a wonderful example he must have been....and he probably did have something to do with LSU winning on sat. nite.....gayle boles
Savannah Merriott
November 8, 2010
Mrs. Holly, My heart goes out to you and your family. Nathan was such an amazing person and an even better friend. He was there for me even when he was miles away dealing with much harder things of his own and for that I am forever grateful. I will miss his sense of humor and warm conversations the most. You should be so very proud knowing you raised such an amazing and inspiring person. I take joy in knowing my brother Alex is probably up there showing him around and playing a game of baseball together. I love you and will continue to pray for you and your family.
Savannah
Karamie Gray
November 8, 2010
Bryan,
I'm very sorry you are going through this painful time. I know you will miss him so much. Thinking of you...
Karamie Gray (colleague from NHS)
November 8, 2010
I did not know really know Nathan but am truly sorry for your loss. Am thinking and praying for you all.
Sue allen (Pearland, TX)
Christie Lamoureux
November 8, 2010
Mrs. George, Mr. George, and Bryan,
I'm so sorry to hear about Nathan. He was such an inspiration to so many people and at least he is with the Lord now and in no more pain. He was/is in my prayers daily as is the rest of your family. The world was lucky to have him for 22 years!
Anna Drago
November 8, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 8, 2010
Nathan will rest with the Lord now, David, Holly & Bryan and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. May Nathan rest in peace and with no pain. If you need anything let me know. He is in heaven looking over you, Christy Scott Williams
Shaaron Parrish
November 8, 2010
Dear Holly, David and Bryan,
We are so sad for your loss. Nathan inspired everyone with his Caring Bridge postings. We admire his courage and we are blessed to have known him. Words can't express the depth of our love and prayers for you to find comfort and peace. Nathan's pain is gone and he is resting in Christ. May God embrace you in his love and heal your broken hearts.
Laurie Raney Elms
November 8, 2010
Holly and David,
I can not imagine what you are feelling right now. I have a daughter his age and life has been cut too short. He seemed like a stand up guy so congrats on raising such a fine young man. He is in a better place and at peace. May you find comfort at this difficult time.
Th Visciotti Family
November 8, 2010
To The Georges and all who loved Nathan... May God comfort you and give you strength now and in all the days to come... May you feel His loving arms around you holding you close.
Nathan...what a remarkable young man of God and an inspiration to all whose lives he touched. He truly made a difference in this world!
May it give you great comfort knowing he is now completely healed and at peace forever resting in the arms of Jesus...
We are loving you and praying for you...
Carole Ann Conerly Kaplan
November 7, 2010
My deepest sympathies to you, your family and friends, Holly and David. My hope and prayer is that you be comforted by your loving memories of Nathan and the knowledge that he so inspired others. Love to you and your family.
Marty Adams
November 7, 2010
Dear George family, I did not know Nathan but a friend, Nina Tiner, told me about him and I became an avid reader of his Caring Bridge postings. I prayed for him daily, he was such a strong Christian and I gleamed so much knowledge from his postings. His courage was so inspiring thru the tough days and I know that he is now completely healed and free of pain. You have a wonderful son.
Sharon Paddie Graham
November 7, 2010
Nathan, rest in the arms of Jesus. My prayer for Holly, David and Bryan, is for the Lord to drape you in His Holy light and give you peace.
Love and prayers from Sharon Paddie Graham and Rusty Graham
Tracy Knowles
November 7, 2010
Holly & David--my prayers are with you and your family. He was such a good looking young man and I know he is now with the lord and no longer in pain. I am at a loss of words--may he rest in peace.
Love ya,
Tracy Knowles Caver
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