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Nathan Cody Hayden

1993 - 2014

Nathan Cody Hayden obituary, 1993-2014, Kalkaska, MI

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Nathan Hayden Obituary

Hayden, Nathan Cody; age 21; of Kalkaska; died unexpectedly on December 4, 2014. Born and raised in Kalkaska, he is the son of Malinda Hayden and the late Cody Hayden and Krista Bachelor. Nathan graduated from Kalkaska High School in 2011. He was an honor student, participating in football and wrestling. Nathan was famous for his role as Kalkaska Man. He had the ability to engage the entire Kalkaska community and crowds with his dynamic personality and charisma. For the past three years Nathan studied Civil Engineering at Michigan Technological University, in Houghton. Nathan never met a stranger. He had the ability to welcome anyone with his contagious smile and lovable, smartass personality. Nathan was known as Nudie, Broodie, Nate the Hammer, and Hamster. Barry was the latest nickname he received from his rugby family. He started playing his freshman year and loved every moment. He also helped coach the girls’ rugby team. Nathan spent the last six months working on his internship in Bay City, with Soil Maintenance Engineering. Nathan’s greatest asset was his ability to turn every negative situation into a positive experience. Nathan’s favorite saying was, “it’s just water off a ducks ass”. Nathan’s greatest love was his family. He cherished every moment with his sister, Alexis; brother, Hunter; mom, Malinda; and the love of his life, Mle. Nathan is survived by his mother, Malinda; siblings, Alexis and Hunter; grandparents, Mike and Nancy Fitzgerald, Robert and Mary Lynn Kurtz, Mark and Andrea Bennett, and Steve Bachelor; uncles and aunts, Mikey, Star, Troy, Ike, Kirsten, Tania, Daniel; many cousins; and an endless circle of friends. Visitation will be Thursday, December 11, 2014 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Kalkaska Church of Christ. Services will be Friday, December 12, 2014 at 11 a.m at the church. Memorials may be given to Malinda Hayden, 106 S. Cherry, Kalkaska, MI 49646. Condolences can be left online for the family at wolfeoneill.com Arrangements were made by Wolfe-O’Neill Funeral Home, our family serving yours

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Published by The Leader from Dec. 8 to Dec. 10, 2014.

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George Slick

December 5, 2024

The lord sure got a good one in Nate. I loved watching him grow

Coppock

December 27, 2014

My thoughts and prayers going to the family for the loss of their loved one. He will be missed.

Teresa and Rick Skrobecki

December 12, 2014

Words, simply cannot express how truly sorry we are for your loss Malinda,Alexis,Hunter and Mle. You are all in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. Nathan will be deeply missed, but never forgotten. His spirit will always be with you and all of us.

George and Denise Slick

December 12, 2014

Da, I don't know the words I would like to say,but you and your family are in our hearts and pray for the peace that will heal your hearts and rest your souls. God bless all of you. love you

Dave Dalton

December 12, 2014

Alexis and Hunter you know there was never a brother that loved more or was prouder of his siblings!During the last week I think I have seen hundreds of pictures of Nathan and they all had that smile from ear to ear that brighten all of our lives!PEACE

Chris Sheldon

December 11, 2014

Malinda I'm sorry for your family's loss. Nate was a very special young man. It was a pleasure getting to know him and working with him. I am honored to call him a true friend.

Diane Fortier

December 11, 2014

My Thoughts and Prayers are with you all, May God wrap his arms around each and every one of you and comfort you at such a sad time.

David gruse

December 11, 2014

Nathan you are a remarkable young man !! God bless
You and RIP my friend..

Cynthia Howard

December 11, 2014

My heart goes out to you Malinda, and to your family and friends.

Jackie Dunn

December 11, 2014

Malinda, your family holds a special place in my heart and this saddens me greatly to know of Nathan's passing. Please know we all are thinking of you here at Great Lakes and keeping you all in thoughts and prayers. With love, Jackie, Rick, Shelley, Shannon, Ron, & John at Great Lakes Communications Sales, Inc.

Doris Colvin

December 10, 2014

Malinda I can't believe we are here again, I don't have words. I love you, and the kids, and wish I was there to hug you all. God bless you, and be with you.

Meredith & Grace Wilson

December 9, 2014

Dear Malinda and Family,
I am so sorry for this sorrowful life event that has happened to you and your family. We are never prepared for something of this magnitude. I am understanding more and more as each day passes why my mother at the end of EVERY conversations says "I love you". I just want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Linda & Terry Bennett

December 9, 2014

There are no words - Nathan was an amazing young man taken from us way too soon, he will be greatly missed by all of us. Our love goes out to all of you.

kim micheau

December 8, 2014

RIP nate

robin smith

December 7, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with Nates family and friends. Nate was a very well liked and loved young man. Ambitious as ever..A REAL role model for sure. Heaven has a wonderful Angel...You'll be missed Nate..God Bless.

Budrow family

December 7, 2014

Our thoughts are with the Hayden family. My boys went to school with Nate and have always spoke highly of him, our prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.

Susan Backes

December 6, 2014

May you find some comfort in knowing that Nathan is resting peacefully in God's hands and Mle, Nathan will always be resting peacefully in your heart.

Rhys Edwards

December 6, 2014

I offer you my deepest condolences to you Malinda and your family at this sad time. There are no words to describe how I feel about what has happened. If there is anything I, the team, or university can offer you at this time, please feel free to contact us.

Ed&Brandi Helsel

December 6, 2014

Kalkaska lost an amazing young man. We love you Malinda, Alexis, Hunter, and Mle.

Rose Zech

December 6, 2014

Thoughts and prayers for all the Hayden Family and Friends. Way too young, so very sad. I'm so sorry for your loss.

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