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Nicholas Breckenridge Obituary

NICHOLAS 'NICK' ALLEN BRECKENRIDGE, 27 ROCKFORD - Nicholas 'Nick' Allen Breckenridge, 27, of Rockford passed away Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2012, as a result of an automobile accident. Born Jan. 21, 1985, in Rockford; the son of James and Jennifer (Buell) Breckenridge. Nick was a graduate of Belvidere High School where he was involved in golf, tennis and the marching band. Attended University of Illinois. He loved to play Frisbee golf, blackjack, listen to music and play with his nephew, Lucas, who he taught how to "high-five." Nick was a member of Tabor Lutheran Church where he volunteered for many things, especially 'Sausage Days'. Survivors include parents, James and Jennifer; sisters, Megan (Joshua) Coke and Emily (Scott) Gaddini; nephew, Lucas Gaddini; grandparents, Warren and Diane Breckenridge; aunt and uncle, Sandra and Webster Buell; cousins, Jason (Liza) Buell, Justine Markese (fiancé, Jason Sallee), Joscelyn (Cory) Espensen and numerous other cousins. Predeceased by grandparents, Ione and William Buell. Memorial service at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, 1860 S. Mulford Rd., Rockford, with Pastor Joel Balch officiating. Private burial. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Belvidere High School Band or Columbia University Medical Center, Lyme & Tick-Borne Disease Research Center. To express condolences online, please visit www.fitzgeraldfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Aug. 16 to Aug. 17, 2012.

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Chris Esterbrook

September 6, 2012

Prayers to all of you

Dianne Whipple DuSavage

August 22, 2012

I learned of Nick's passing yesterday and am terribly saddened. He was one of my first Wee Care babies that I cared for and remember vividly his tremendous personality- always a smile, even upon just waking, and his laughter was truly infectious. I am so sorry Breckenridge family for your loss.

Anita Feltes

August 20, 2012

We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you.
The Feltes Family

August 19, 2012

Jennifer, Jim and girls, Many have posted such caring words and I can relate to what you are feeling right now. WHY?? I wish I could give you an answer but I never found one either. Nicholas will remain in your hearts forever. Please accept my condolences and know that I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Joan Anderson

MaryAnne Franklin

August 18, 2012

I am so very sorry about the death of your beautiful son Nicholas. I cannot even begin to imagine the depths of your grief. My heart and prayers are with you.

August 18, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss please celebrate your son Nick's life and honor his memory.Let your faith guide your healing a day at a time. Sincerely S.Harvey

Joy Davis

August 18, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Nancy & Tim McCarthy

August 18, 2012

Jenny ,Jim,Emily and Megan
I was so saddened at the news of Nicks passing.
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you

Susan Gillespie

August 17, 2012

Dear Jim, Jen, & Girls,
I was so saddened to hear of Nick's death. I pray that God will see you through this. Find joy in the hard days ahead, in all the memories that you shared. I know loss, but can't imagine the loss of your child. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

August 17, 2012

We will miss you Nick a whole bunch.We will miss playing Nerf guns and Nerf ball with you.We sure had alot of fun.We will always remember you in our prays.Love...... Your little cousins Anthony and Dominic Espensen

Melissa Jaime

August 17, 2012

There are no words that I can write that will ease the pain you are feeling. I wish that there were. Just know that though Ive never met your family, I knew your son and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this terrible time.

Tim and Cindy Davis

August 17, 2012

Jim and Jenny there just are not enough words to express our sorrow for you,We love you.

Jeannine Worner

August 17, 2012

Jen and Jim,
My heart goes out to you...I can't imagine the sorrow. I will remember Nick as a kind-hearted young man. He was always so gracious when we visited. I loved his smile. Please be kind to yourselves - as parents we, at times aren't. You have been very loving, supportive parents. He was very fortunate to have you. Take care. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you, Jeannine

Kristina Johnson

August 17, 2012

So sorry Jenny. Peace be with your family during this loss. R.I.P Nick

Sharon SAnders

August 17, 2012

So sad and so young. May God bless your family.

Reid and Sue Bullard and family

August 17, 2012

My heart goes out to Nick's family, he and my son played BYB together. Our family is so sorry for your loss.

Jim and Kathy DeMaria

August 17, 2012

Although I have not met your family, my husband Jim spent time with your husband flying. We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Jason & Chad Zeglis

August 17, 2012

All of you in our prayers and thoughts as we are devastated to hear about this. Growing up with Nick and the rest of the family will always bring back some of our best memories. We are so sorry for your loss. We will miss Nick so much.

Linda Kuhn

August 17, 2012

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your son. I cannot imagine what you must be feeling. I will keep your family in my prayers. May God provide comfort to you.

Elaine (Roaum) Adam

August 17, 2012

There are no words to express the sadness we feel for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Brittney Ragan

August 17, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Nick was awesome...loved by many. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Jean McNamara`

August 17, 2012

I am so very sorry for the loss of your son, Nicholas!! As a long-ago former SAH employee, I remember the beginnings of Jenny & Jim, and the births of your children. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers for you.

Jean(Whipple)McNamara(LPN,Ret.)

Kyle Bowerman

August 17, 2012

I am so sorry for you loss, out thoughts and prayers are with you family

Peggy Astacio

August 17, 2012

Although I left Belvidere in 1996, I still remember your son/brother Nick. After all he was a memorable character at WGS. I pray with time your hearts will heal from this untimely loss. May you find peace in your remaining time here on earth.

GWEN WEILAND

August 17, 2012

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. PRAYERS AND HUGS FROM THE WEILANDS.

Jackie Rudolph

August 17, 2012

Oh Megan~ How very, very sad you and your family must be. Please know that we will be praying for you.

Brab Neumann

August 17, 2012

Praying for comfort for the Breckenridge Family. Barb Neumann RN

Dave Anderzon

August 17, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

SHARON BUTTON

August 17, 2012

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, JEN. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS.

Arnie & Kathy Winnie

August 16, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time

Arnie & Kathy Winnie

August 16, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this trying time.

Gene and Juanita Stahl

August 16, 2012

We are so sorry for the loss of your son, Nick. As someone else said, we aren't supposed to bury our children. You are in our prayers.

August 16, 2012

Our thoughts & prayers are with your family. We have great memories of Nick being around our house during the Jr High & BHS years.
Lynne & Marty Prather

BARB TOPPING

August 16, 2012

Jim and Jenny,
My heart aches for you in your time of sorrow. Jennifer, I wish I could hold you in my arms and comfort you; take away the pain. I cannot seem to find the right words, but I think they do not exist as we are not meant to bury our children. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you.

Megan Ebrecht- Nilson

August 16, 2012

Truely sorry for your loss.
I will be sure to send a donation to BHS Band! What a great way to honor Nick.

Kristin (friend of Megan) Beil

August 16, 2012

I am so sad for the whole Breckenridge family. Sending thoughts and prayers.

August 16, 2012

Nicholas, I only met you a few times out at the disc golf course, but never got a chance to play a round with ya. shoot some aces up there for us. God bless! -Doug

Jenelle Murley

August 16, 2012

My heart goes out to all of Nick's family and friends. I am so sorry.

Shaun Reid

August 16, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Nick is a great guy and will be dearly missed. We always saw each other out at the frisbee golf course. My thoughts and prayers to you all.

Maria Havas

August 16, 2012

May God be with your family in the moments of sorrow.

Toni Sallee

August 16, 2012

I am sorry for your loss. Remember the good times you all had together.

Maria Havas

August 16, 2012

May God be with your family in this time of sorrow.

Amber Beres

August 16, 2012

A friend to everyone, a great guy. You will be dearly missed Nick.

Stephanie Palmer

August 16, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Nick was one of my very best friends and my prom date senior year. We had so many good times. He will be missed. look over us Nick

Dave Krans

August 16, 2012

Dear Breckenridge Family,
I am sad to learn of your great loss.May the Lord give you strength during this difficult time.Nick was just getting started with his life.A tragedy that will never heal.

Mary Czech

August 16, 2012

Jenny & Jim,
I am heartbroken for you. All other words escape me, as I can't imagine what you must be going through now. I am so sorry.
Love,
Punk

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