Nathan. There are so many wonderful things about him that I do not even know where to start. I prayed forRusty to get married and have kids for what seemed like FOREVER! Finally, when I was 12, he married Julia and they had Taylor. He was a brilliant child who talked non-stop and could tell […]
CONTINUE READINGSweet Sweet Nathan, one thing that comes to mind when I think of you is your cute little grin and that innocent look in your eyes. I remember getting up one cold morning at about 4 AM to drive you and Taylor to the deer lease at 5 so you boys could go turkey hunting. […]
CONTINUE READINGLast Words : Nathan I remember Nathan’s last words to me. It was the last day of school, June 5, 2014. I remember him saying my name long and calm like “Thomasssss.” He gave me a long bro hug and said to me “see you on TV, bud.” Then I gave him a firm handshake, […]
CONTINUE READINGI honestly don’t know what I could possibly say that could ever describe Nathan. He was the best brother I could ever have. I’ll never forget the times we had together. The trips we went on as a family, and even just hanging out and watching T.V with him and talking. I’ll always remember his […]
CONTINUE READINGNathan had the sweetest heart of all my brother’s friends, by far. Every time he came over he would talk to me and ask me how I was, not just hang out with Austin. I remember one night in particular, my friend and I were playing pranks on Nathan and Austin, and we put shampoo in […]
CONTINUE READINGMy Precious Nathan, The first time I met you, you were only 9 months old. Your dad had just graduated from M.I.T in Boston. Your mother & dad left to find an apartment in New York. Poppy & Reesie spent nearly a week with you & Taylor. Unfortunately you had an earache & felt pretty […]
CONTINUE READINGOne memory that comes to mind when I think of Nathan was one that could be described as surreal. It was something out of a silly high school movie. We were all at Mackenzie’s house, enjoying the day being completely stupid and telling stories while we ate and watched T.V or ran around in the […]
CONTINUE READINGDear Petree Family, Nathan was a perfect example of a smart, friendly boy. He’s definitely a pleasure to have over. I remember hearing excited laughter coming from the trampoline. Nathan made the boys grin from ear to ear. Nathan could never stop giving. He would offer to help take the plates to the sink or […]
CONTINUE READINGSweet Nathan, Ever since you were a little boy, you were a young man. I still remember you being in 1st grade, dressed to perfection and always looking sharp in your clothes. My favorite thing about you was the way you carried yourself. You always had your head held high, hands in your pockets and […]
CONTINUE READINGNathan Petree. An all around amazing guy, one who I made many memories with. The amazing times that we have spent together cannot be transferred onto paper, but I will try to described them as best I can. A memory that I recall fondly takes place on sunny day after school in 2013. A few […]
CONTINUE READINGDear Petree, Thanks for always being there for us. You probably were the most fun and trustworthy person I know. I remember every morning at CSA when you, Jeremy and Gaby and I would just hang out and talk about whatever came to mind. We always had smiles on our faces and it was like […]
CONTINUE READINGMy favorite memory of Nathan was his sense of humor. His timing was always so perfect, and his jokes always made everyone smile. When everyone hung out together he could, and would, tell a funny story that would make everyone laugh. His smile made everyone else smile, it was infectious. The time we went to […]
CONTINUE READINGDear Petree Family, I remember the time we had to do a project in school for selling a food. I chose Nathan because he was known as the number 1 business man in our class. After a long battle, I got to be his partner. Nathan was a very smart kid, but when it came […]
CONTINUE READINGTo know Nathan was to Love Him. As we celebrate the unique, handsome, compassionate and caring young man that he was, let us remember all the good, fun and happy times we spent with him. Nathan was and always will be deeply loved and treasured by his family. If you ever saw him water ski, […]
CONTINUE READINGIn Memory of Nathan Petree Dear Nathan, We first saw each other when you were about the age Harrison is now. You were a well-behaved little boy who played quietly in our living room. Thank you for the opportunity to be a part of your life and for accepting me as your bonus grandma. I […]
CONTINUE READINGLindsay HeinzmanNathan, There are two things that I will always remember most about having you as a student. First, that smirk. It was such a perfect mix of “woman, you are crazy” and “yeah, I agree with you”. The second thing is your respectfulness. You were such a gentleman in every way- from holding doors […]
CONTINUE READINGNathan Petree was a tip-top friend. He was pleasurable, and watched out and protected his friends. Anytime with Nathan was the best time, he always got everyone laughing. He put others before himself. Nathan is truly a friend for the centuries. It was a half-day on a humid December day 2012, 7th grade. Nathan, Austin, Maddie, […]
CONTINUE READINGI can remember many fond memories of Nathan. I remember going to his lake-house, spending the night at his house, and being on the Cardinals baseball team with him when we were younger. One of the most memorable of them is going to Westside Tennis Club with him almost every day after 6th grade and […]
CONTINUE READINGI remember in seventh grade he was the first one to say happy birthday to me even before my mom did. When I got to school he said happy birthday again. Everyday at school when I leave geometry he is there walking towards parent pick up and I would say hi to him everyday and […]
CONTINUE READINGI was Nathan’s 8th grade social studies teacher at Cornerstone. I just wanted you to know that Nathan touched my life. His gentle smile, kind heart and helpful nature always brightened my day. He had a sweet group of loyal friends that loved him deeply. That alone speaks volumes. Nathan was very bright and I […]
CONTINUE READINGNathan was a great kid, I mean really great. I was never as close to him as my brother was, but every time I saw him he was smiling. And he was hilarious. His sense of humor was probably my favorite thing about him. He was always teasing and playing jokes on people and being […]
CONTINUE READINGI can’t tell you how much we will all miss that kids smile along with the joy that he always brought to the group when we were together. We had some great memories hunting and going to the lake with the kids. He always made my day with that little smile he would give me. […]
CONTINUE READINGNathan embodied the spirit of showing kindness through his actions. Each Friday during lunch I open the gym at Cornerstone for the kids to come and play a game. Nathan would join in on a game every now and then. I enjoyed watching how he would quietly but intensely play, whether it be dodgeball or […]
CONTINUE READINGI am the mom of Alex Feeney, who was a good friend of Nathan’s. Alex spent his 6th grade year at Spring Branch Middle School (because he didn’t make it into Cornerstone Academy in the 6th grade lottery). He started at Cornerstone at the beginning of his 7th grade year and knew almost no one […]
CONTINUE READINGI am very honored to be here today to speak about Nathan. Nathan has an Old soul, his understanding and awareness of those around him is a unique quality that he possessed. Nathan’s non-chalant attitude could have been interpreted as a sign of laziness or not caring. This was not the case at all, but […]
CONTINUE READINGIt was truly an honor to get to spend some time with you and him over the last few years. I am very blessed that you have allowed me to get to know your family and I cherish that very much. You guys are in our thoughts and prayers. What a great young man and […]
CONTINUE READINGWhen Nathan was in 6th grade, there was one experience that I vividly remember, which I believe, showed his true colors. It was the end of the day, and as we were waiting for the bell to ring, several boys were taking turns doing pull-ups in the door frame, which jutted out just enough for […]
CONTINUE READINGI’m looking at pictures from the family trips we’ve taken together & collecting my thoughts about what I want to say here. So a picture is worth a thousand words?? I’m struggling to find just a few of the right ones to describe them… I remember taking a lot of these photos…I never get tired […]
CONTINUE READINGOn my first day of being at Cornerstone Academy Nathan welcomed me and brought me into the group of friends that I have today. That is the memory that comes to my head when I think of Nathan because it is my first memory of Nathan. He made my transition from Spring Branch Middle School […]
CONTINUE READINGMy name is Elizabeth Daly. My son, Sean Daly, attended Cornerstone Academy with Nathan and their common friends are John Fitzpatrick and Austin Kallus. I will always remember Nathan with a nice smile on his face. I would often be at Cornerstone during the school day or for special activities and Nathan would always say, […]
CONTINUE READINGI remember meeting Nathan for the first time when you walked him into the shop and asked if I had a spot for him. He worked his butt off and didn’t mind doing so. He was interested in welding so put a mig gun in his hands and handed him a hood and said lets […]
CONTINUE READINGI remember Nathan as a person that never worried about anything, and was always calm and collect. He would always make the best out of the situation presented. I met Nathan in 6th grade as we had the same homeroom together. Nathan was the cool kid, his voice was always laid back and relaxed. I […]
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