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Nicholas Packard Obituary

Packard, Nicholas
unexpectedly passed away on March 25, 2012 at the age of 24, from a tragic motorcycle accident. He was wearing his helmet and all of his protective gear. Nick loved many and was loved by all. He was loving, supportive and always had a positive outlook. He loved his friends and he loved his family. Nick loved to laugh! His sense of humor was incredibly smart and witty. He lived his life by Albert Einstein's quote "Life isn't worth living, unless it's lived for someone else." Nick was a selfless generous man, and he showed that on a daily basis in his short 24 years on Earth. He touched many people's lives, and continues to give even after death by being an organ donor. His enthusiasm for cars and motorcycles gave him the opportunities to interact with a very large, diverse group of friends, making each person feel as if they were the most important person and to him, they all were. Nick lived his life exactly the way he wanted. He left this world with no regrets and no hard feelings. He is survived by his loving mom Pam Kenyon, sister Cheyenne Packard and step-dad Kevin Martin, grandparents Edie & Payson Kenyon, and Sharon Martin along with numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He will also be missed by his best friends Nick, Riley, and Justin. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make a donation to your favorite charity in Nick's name. A celebration of life will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, March 31, 2012 at Chaparral Christian Church, 6451 East Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale Arizona 85254. All are welcome. Arrangements by Messinger Indian School Mortuary.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Mar. 30, 2012.

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Cassie C

March 28, 2013

It's been a year as of 3 days ago, and I still can't believe it. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you. I miss laugh, I miss tickle fights and staring contests, I miss midnight dinners, I miss facebook chatting while you were supposed to be working. I miss you, and I love you. Always. See you on the other side.

Aunt Dianne

February 22, 2013

I've been in shock since I happened upon some info 2 days ago, regarding Nick's death in March of 2012. I've sobbed and cried and gone without sleep. Pam and Cheyenne, I just cannot even imagine what you have been going through over these last 11 months. You are in my thoughts and prayers, and I love you guys dearly. I can see that Nick had many, many good friends, and that makes me smile, and I know it gives you some comfort.
Harold and I send all our love, and wish we could give both of you a huge hug.
Aunt Dianne and Uncle Harold

amber scharlau

September 9, 2012

still feels unreal.. miss you kid soo much

amber scharlau

June 20, 2012

Nick.. its been almost 3 months now since you were taken from us. I can't even put in words how much I miss you. I will never forget that night at stingers when u followed me home and you walked me to the door and you gave me a hug and didn't let me go for at least 5 minutes.. I would give anything to get one of your hugs again :( I hope ur watching over all of us, especially your mom, she is so strong and such an amazing person.. I miss you more then Ull ever know.. I can't wait to see you again.. love you Nick..

Tiffany Gowan

May 26, 2012

You got your family and friends through 2 months. Still to this day, it feels like a dream that I can't wake up from. Missing you everyday more and more! I love you! Ride in peace my Angel!

Tiffany Armstrong (Gowan)

May 26, 2012

missing you everyday!

Tiffany Gowan

April 25, 2012

thinking of you!

Tiffany Armstrong (Gowan)

April 25, 2012

My Angel Nick, I miss you more and more ever day. You were very special to me and I can't wait to see you again. Shine down on us. I love you!

March 31, 2012

Nick will be missed but I know that we now have a new angel in heaven to call upon when we need help.

christine boivin

March 31, 2012

U will always hold a special place in my heart. Ill be waiting to see u on the other side of those gates. U will always be missed. Love u nick rest in peace

randi neff

March 31, 2012

Nick you were a kind and loving person. My love goes out to the family. Forever in my thoughts

JoAnn Regan

March 31, 2012

This tribute says it all. He was an amazing young man and my love for him with go on and on. Love you Nick.

Nancy Rich

March 30, 2012

To Pam and the rest of the Kenyon family, I did not know Nick but I know and love this good family. I feel so sad for your loss. May God bless all of you. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

Richard Gonzalez

March 30, 2012

Nick, we all miss you man, i'm sorry we never got a chance to meet but because of you, all of sot az has grown closer. thats the influence and energy you gave to us. We'll meet one day my friend... from all of us at sot.... rational

Mike Santosuosso

March 30, 2012

Going to miss you Nick, If there has ever been a statment or cliche' that was ever so true it is that "The Good Die Young". If there is a heaven, there is no doubt your there in a first class seat!!!
Mike Santosuosso
Scottsdale, AZ

Jean Spitzer

March 30, 2012

Pam, my heart goes out to you and Cheyenne, I can't even imagine. Although I didn't know Nick, I know what he meant to you. Love to you and your family.

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