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Nathan Shurtleff Obituary
Concord, NH - Nathan "Nate" Charles Shurtleff, 50, of Concord, New Hampshire, passed away on September 3, 2025
Born on February 26, 1975, at University Hospital in North Olmstead, Ohio, Nate was the beloved son of Stephen Shurtleff and Carol Thomas. He grew up in Concord, New Hampshire, on Franklin Street, where he continued to reside throughout his life.
Nate attended Walker Elementary, Rundlett Junior High School, and Concord High School, where he was known for his love of sports. He spent much of his youth playing basketball, baseball, and football, but found his greatest passion in lacrosse. Nate went on to play lacrosse at Plymouth State College, building friendships and memories that would last a lifetime.
Since February 2013, he worked as an IT Support Specialist for the Concord Hospital Health System, where his patience, knowledge, and kind spirit touched colleagues and staff across the organization. In addition, Nate was the founder and operator of RetirementCommunity.com, which he launched in July 2007. Through this work, he helped countless older adults and their families find resources and support tailored to their needs.
Nate knew what true love was when he met the woman of his dreams, Melanie. Their relationship was a source of joy, laughter, and strength, and those closest to Nate saw how deeply and completely he cherished her.
Nate had a fiery spirit and held true to his beliefs. He lived authentically, never wavering in his values, and those around him admired both his passion and his integrity.
He is survived by his beloved Melanie Parks; his father, Stephen Shurtleff; his mother, Carol Thomas (Gary); his brother, Seth Shurtleff (Suzanne); his sister, Kristie Shurtleff (Christopher); his half-sister, Ann Marie Silvasy (Jeffery); his nephew, Alexander Hickman; and his nieces, Sarah Shurtleff, Erin Silvasy, Lauren Silvasy, and Kristen Silvasy. He also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins, and lifelong friends who were as close as family especially Derek Tibbetts (Lindsay) and their sons Eli and Aiden.
Nate will be remembered for his loyalty, his humor, his love of sports, and his gift for building connections with people from all walks of life.
Family and friends are invited to gather for a celebration of Nate's life on Thursday October 2, 2025 from 3-8PM at Pembroke Pines Country Club 45 Whittemore Rd. Pembroke to share stories and memories of the joy he brought to so many.
Burial will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Nate's memory to Concord Boys and Girls Club 55 Bradley St. Concord NH 03301
n lieu of flowers after the Boys and Girls Club ...
or to the Friendly Kitchen of Concord, 2 Commercial Street, Concord, NH 03301
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Nathan Shurtleff
Eileen Brady
October 8, 2025
Steve and Claire
I am so sorry about Nate. So hard. Please take care and know your love was important to him.
Kathy Cimikoski
October 5, 2025
I´m not sure of my age at the time, but I babysat him. I wasn´t that old only born in `67 but my sisters were friends of his mother.
Sad to hear of his passing and all the family, friends and the impact he made with his fellow workers not to mention the community he impacted.
Gone way too soon! May his love and passion for others continue to live on through the rest of the community that adored him.
Linda Baillargeon
September 13, 2025
I worked with Nathan at CH. He was always happy to fix my service calls and always had a smile on his face. My condolences to his family and friends.
Mark Mulligan
September 8, 2025
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My sincere condolences.
Kim Runion
September 8, 2025
Steve, so sorry to hear of your son's passing, my thoughts go out to you and your family. I down south now and will not be able to attend the funeral, just know i am thinking of you and yours.
Neal Scott
September 8, 2025
To Steve and Carol, so sorry to learn of your son's passing, may all the wonderful memories of him from the past be a source of healing and comfort to you now during this difficult time.
Shan V.
September 7, 2025
To Melanie and Nate´s family and work colleagues at Concord Hospital, may Nate remain in your hearts and ours at Concord Hospital. May you remember all the wonderful times, the wonderful memories of Nate. He Brightened so many lives of people he came across in his life. We are so sorry for your loss and you all are in my thoughts and prayers. RIP Nate, you will never be forgotten as you remain in all our hearts.
Shan V.
September 6, 2025
Nate, we will remember you always. We thank you for being a shining light to everyone you met. You were wonderful to wait on. You will be greatly missed. Prayers and condolences for your sweetheart and your family during this time of the loss you.
Steve McMahon
September 6, 2025
Carol and Steve, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your son, Nate. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Nate, but all that I read depicts a terrific person. I would expect nothing else as your son. May God welcome him into eternal life where he will live in total perfection and awaiting a reunion with you.
Tom Fish
September 6, 2025
My thoughts and prayers go out to Nathan's family and friends. May he RIP.God Bless. Tom. Fish
Heidi Paquette
September 6, 2025
I’m going to miss Nate so much. I’m grateful we had the chance to be together just a couple of months ago, even if only for a couple of hours. That time means even more to me now, knowing it would be one of our last. Nate had a way of making everyone feel welcome, loved, and understood, and his presence always brought laughter and comfort.
I’ll forever carry the memories of our childhood, the bond we shared, and the way his smirk could light up a room. Life feels emptier without him, but I take peace in knowing his spirit lives on in all of us who were blessed to know and love him.
Rest easy, Nate. You’ll never be forgotten.
Scott and Beryl Towle
September 6, 2025
Scott and Beryl Towle send our deepest condolences to Steve for the loss of his son. It sounds like Nathan was a wonderful man.
Bridgette Workman
September 6, 2025
My sincerest condolences for such a tragic loss. Nate was such a kind, thoughtful, caring, supportive, understanding, funny, loyal being. The list goes on and on. For those of us who had the absolute pleasure of getting to know Nate, we will cherish his ability to bring sunshine on cloudiest of days. Nate will sadly be missed but his memory will remain.
Michelline & Jim Proulx
September 6, 2025
We are absolutely debated about this. Melanie - our thoughts are with you in every way. In our minds you two are the epitome of love and laughter.
Ann Dawson
September 6, 2025
When Nate walked into our unit at Concord Hospital, we were always relieved to see him. Thanks for all your patience and kindness.
The Entire Staff of Waters Funeral Home
September 5, 2025
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
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