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1998
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2012
Nathan Strube Obituary
August 12, 1998 - May 8, 2012
A precious son entered heaven's gates on May 8, 2012, after a very tragic accident. Nathan was born on August 12, 1998, in Walnut Creek, CA. He attended Mendenhall Middle School in Livermore where he was in the 8th grade. He had a heart of gold and was brilliant. Nathan was ready to serve others and make them laugh at all times. He loved being outdoors and spending time with his friends and family, biking, skateboarding, and working in the garage and going to swap meets and car shows with his dad. Nathan is survived by his parents, Sam and Katie Strube and his brother Calvin, all of Livermore, and by his great-grandmothers Kay Lee of Ohio and Marie Ciraolo of Modesto, grandparents Fred and Jeanne Rupprecht of San Jose, Tom and Sharon Unternahrer of San Jose, and Sandra Strube and Steve Mohasci of Modesto. He is also survived by his loving aunts, uncles, cousins and many, many friends. A celebration of Nathan's life service will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2012 at 5 pm, Sunset Park, 1055 Geneva St., Livermore, CA 94550. All are welcome. Please bring a blanket to sit on. Nathan will live on as his corneas and heart valves were donated so that others could have a full life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Nathan Strube Memorial Fund, Act. # 226352 UNCLE Credit Union, 2100 Las Positas Ct., Livermore, CA 94551 or to the charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nathan Strube
June 14, 2012
Dear Mr and Mrs. Strube. I can't imagine the pain of loosing someone as great as Nathan. He was a wonderful person.
I always ment to tell him
But he was perfect and beautiful in everyway.
Lynda Durney
June 11, 2012
Dear Mr. Strube and (Family) I would like to offer my sincerest condolences for the loss of Your Beloved Son Nathan, it is June 11, 2012 and 2 students from Williams told me tonight. Mr. Strube you were so kind to me when I worked for you @ Williams.I have since held you in high regards. My Heart is so saddened to have heard this and I am just so sorry , may You and your Wife and Family find strength in each other and may you find peace and love in the memories you all have shared.
Donna Krieg
May 25, 2012
Dear Strube Family,
Our family is stunned by your loss. Our grandson Lance knew Nathan through skateboarding and my granddaughter Oceana is a student in your science class. Everyone that has known Nat had nothing but good things to say about him and his character. You can be proud of him.
The Lord really wanted him and took him into his heavenly realm. Our prayer for your family is that you all know that he is in the best place and love is all around him. God bless your family.
The Krieg family
May 21, 2012
To a life well lived. My thoughts are with his family so that they may find peace in this tragedy.
Katie Seidl
May 19, 2012
Dear Mrs. Strube,
I'm so sorry about Nate! The one time I met him at Seco was when you brought him into our science class that one day. He was so nice. I miss you and am soo sorry about Nate. I've been crying so much for him, you, and your family the past week. Once again I'm really sorry and I will always love you!! love from,
Katie Seidl, 5 th grade science class at Seco in 2011. a.k.a. your colt club helper. :')
Connie Soto
May 19, 2012
Sam, Kate and Cal,
I am Devin Parker's "Namma" and Nate was Devin's best friend. My heart goes out to you for your loss. To express my feelings I made a poem that I dedicated to Nathan. There is an audio version on my website "birdpoet.com" if you would like to hear it.
The Significance of Nathan
It is not a dream
The nightmare is real
How can life be
So incredibly cruel
The tragedy of a child's death
Changes your life forever
The future is shattered
However do you recover
Your heart is filled
With incredible pain and devastation
No words can express
This painful emotion
No matter
How your heart has been broken
The significance of Nathan
Will never be forgotten
The pain of his death
Will never go away
We will treasure him
In our hearts
Today and everyday
Connie Soto
May 19, 2012 ©
the loney family
May 19, 2012
we miss u nate u will never be forgotton and im so sorry sam kate and cal for your loss
Melissa Loney
May 19, 2012
Im so sorry for your loss my son tyler and my family will never foret your loving and caring son he will be deeply missed
m&l
May 18, 2012
Mrs Strube,
We are so sorry for your loss. We love you and your family and are so sad about Nathan. We did not know him, but know you from Arroyo Seco.
All our love to you,
Madison and Lacey
Lyndsy Frederick
May 18, 2012
You are all in my prayers tonight as you prepare for a tough day tomorrow. As believers we know we will be with our loved ones again. Hold on to that hope and promise as you remember your son/brother tomorrow.
All my prayers, Lyndsy & Family
May 17, 2012
Sam and family - my heart hurts for you and your family. God Bless and Comfort you all.
Joelle McCarthy (Modesto, CA)
Lisabel Sperry
May 16, 2012
This broke my heart. We are so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you. May god give your family peace.
Mary Jo Lagattuta
May 15, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Strube family.My prayers are with you through this very difficult time.
Castro Family
May 15, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Mr. Strube.
Colleen Keenan
May 13, 2012
Nathan spent his 13 years in the best place possible, with his loving family. His passing is a great loss.
Julie Miller
May 12, 2012
Sam,
My prayers are with you and your family during your time of sorrow. I'm so sorry you have to endure this heartache.
May 11, 2012
Sam and family........I know the pain your family is in and there is nothing that anyone can say to make this "Nightmare" go away...........there is no one way to survive this but I want you to know that I'm here for you if or when you want to talk........my Nightmare is still running three years later so I'm here if you need me........Larry
May 11, 2012
Sam,
My heart goes out to you and your family and I will keep you, Kate and Calvin in my prayers.
Be strong,
Frank
Thomas Acosta
May 11, 2012
Nate you were a great scooterer and cool guy will all miss you R.I.P
Shirley & Leo DeCaen
May 10, 2012
You have an entire community supporting your family and friends...we will all remember Nathan and his skateboard, and the pain and grief that his family is trying to cope with. GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Leslie Howard
May 10, 2012
Dear Kate, Sam, and Cal,
We are shocked and saddened beyond words to hear of Nathan's death. He was such a sweet young man. It seems just yesterday that he was a baby, but he had grown into a fine young man. Where did the time go? We pray that the happy memories will sustain you, and that the very real hope of Heaven will give you peace during this time of physical separation. We will pray for you, dear friends, and will support you in any way we can. You WILL see Nathan again, and when you do, there will be no more sadness, no more pain, no more death. Hold on to that hope with all that you have in you. God is still in control, and He loves you very much. So do we.
A. J. and Verna Kovolick
May 10, 2012
Dear Sam and Family,
We were shocked and deeply saddened to learn of your son Nathan's tragic accident. We hope that the love that surrounds you will be a comfort to you at this time.
Keri Jensen
May 10, 2012
Sam & Family,
My condolences to you. I am so sorry for your loss.
JoBeth Grisham
May 10, 2012
In memory of our cousin Nathan. You are going to be greatly missed.
May 10, 2012
Sam & Family,
I was so very sad to hear about your son. I don't have words to tell you how sorry I am! Please accept my condolences, I will pray for you and your family.
~Susie Martin, Livermore
May 9, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Nate's family. We are so sad..Jan Livermore, CA
Shawna Sargis
May 9, 2012
Katie,
I am so sory to hear about your precious boy! I know he will be missed! I will pray for you and your family! Please hug Cal extra tight!
Sargis Family
Lynda
May 9, 2012
My heart goes out to his family. This brings tears to my eyes. I couldnt imagine going through this. We have to believe he is in a better place. I was once told we hurt and we are sad for us, but they are going to go to a better place.
Amy Songey
May 9, 2012
Katie,
Our family is so saddened by your loss. We wish you peace and love as you and your family try to heal. My children from Seco remember you so fondly as their teacher and send you lots of love. From what I hear of your son, I know there's another wonderful angel watching over us...
The Songey's
Amy, Dan, Cameron, Rachael, and Brennan
Marci Jauss
May 9, 2012
So sorry for your loss...its heartwrenching & a freak accident, but we never know when God sends us home! I know that doesn't help the loss you feel, I just feel so bad for your family-wish I could do something more....my prayers are with you! Marci
Scott Creamer
May 9, 2012
Katie,
So very sorry for your loss. From everything I saw and read about Nathan it's obvious he was a really great kid.
Being a father of two boys this hits very close to home for me, also because you are part of our Rancho and Livermore community.
I wish you and your family all the strength you can muster to help you deal during this difficult time.
Warmest Condolences.
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