Nathan Christian Simons
August 16, 1995 ~ May 17, 2011
Nathan Christian Simons, 15 went to be with his heavenly Father on Tuesday, May 17, 2011, from his Mount Vernon home. A visitation for Nathan will be Monday from 3:30 until 7:30 p.m. at Morgan Funeral Home in Mount Vernon. Nathan's funeral will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday at Antioch Christian Church, Marion. The burial will be 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, in the First Presbyterian Cemetery at Bellevue. Nathan is survived by his parents Larry and Kim and two sisters Rachel and Sarah all of Mount Vernon; maternal grandparents Dewey and Linda Brown of Central City and a special Great-aunt Carol Blanchard of Hiawatha; paternal grandparents Cecil and Arlene Simons of Bellevue. He is also survived by Uncles and Aunts: Steve and Roxanne Stone and their daughters Valerie and Shannon of Center Point, Ryland and Luanne Nading and their son Nicholas of Cedar Rapids, Chad and Julie Brown and their children Jodie and Colton of Central City, and Frank and Linda Alleva and their son Anthony of Cochranville, PA. Nathan was born August 16, 1995, in Cedar Rapids. He was a freshman at Mount Vernon High School where he participated in chorus, played football and baseball, ran track, and wrestled earning a varsity letter. Nathan was an outstanding student and was on the honor roll. He liked attending youth group activities at Living Water Methodist Church in Marion. Nathan loved hunting with his Dad and Grandfather Simons, vacationing with his family, and gardening with his mother. He enjoyed hanging out with his sisters and friends. Some of Nathan's favorite leisure activities included watching "The Office" and ESPN, playing X-Box, eating pizza and popcorn, reading the Guinness Book of World Records, and listening to music. He enjoyed comedy movies and loved to entertain others with funny quotes and impressions. Nathan's unique sense of humor and his bright smile lightened the hearts of those around him. A memorial fund has been established in Nathan's honor. On-line condolences: www.morganfuneralchoices.com
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I am so sorry for you loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers through this rough time.
Our hearts are heavy for you at this time. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Larry and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the wonderful memories of your son and brother Nathan, give you strength during this diffult time.
Larry and Kim I can not find the words to express our saddness for your family. You will be in our thoughts for many months to come.
Larry, Kim and Family, My deepest sympathy for your loss of Nathan. Please know that you are all in my prayers today and will be in the days to come. God’s great love and comfort to you all.
Dear Simon’s, Brown’s and Stone’s- We share in your grief and send you our love and support. May the love of family, friends, and community help ease your profound loss. We pray for small comforts, and grace where you can find it as you move through this day and the days to come. We honor Nathan’s life and we pray that he may be at peace. We send our love-The Timms’, Fort and Kozler Families
Larry & family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great sorrow and loss. May God surround you with his infinite love and peace.
Dear Kim, Larry, Rachel and Sarah, Words are totally insufficient at a time like this. My thoughts, tears and prayers are with you daily. I am broken-hearted by Nathan’s death…your loss is inconceivable to me. I am so sorry. Your precious son (and brother) holds a special spot in my memory as I really loved and enjoyed him as one of my learning center students at CBC. His sweet spirit and easy smile always brightened my Sunday mornings! Hugs and blessings to each of you. Peace and comfort, Joy
Larry and Kim, I’m sorry this is late as I just heard the news. I can’t imagine the pain your family must feel and my prayers are with you. May God keep the rest of your family in his hands and I hope to see you all sometime soon in Bellevue.
Larry, Kim & Family: Just read the latest Bellevue paper and learned of the loss of your son. You have my deepest sympathies and are all in my thoughts & prayers. Jean