So much love! Messages we received over Facebook

Our sweet Nathan left us at 8:22 this morning. Love to you all. Tiersa

Kimberley Schulze.  Big hugs to you. May his memory continue to be a blessing.

Wanda Tucker.  I am speechless.  My heart aches for you.  i am here. Hugs and love.

Lori Flowers Fults.  Oh Tiersa, the ache of a love lost, only God knows why at this time in your lives.  May He comfort you and hold you tightly.

Catherine Pollock-Robinson. Tiersa and family:Keeping you very close to my heart. It’s an unimaginable loss. I will cherish the years I worked with Nathan and the memories made.

Tim Massey. loveyou Tiersa and family.
blessed I had the best friend a man could ever have.
I love you Giant Killer!.

Susi Jensen Rolf-Tooley. I am so sorry, Tiersa! May choirs of angels sing Nathan to his rest.

Debra Harkins. Beloved cousin, my heart + prayers are with you and your family. May He mercifully wrap His loving arms around you all in comfort.
RIP Sweet Nathan
forever a beautiful soul…

Sara Parmley Navarrete πŸ™πŸΌPrayers to you and your family for the huge loss of such a wonderful man! ❤️Nathan made the lives better of all who he came into contact with! We are so very grateful to the two of you for the roll you have played within our family! Big hugs to you Tiersa! πŸ˜­πŸ’” All our love and support! Que el descansa en paz.

Linda Blackshaw. condolences on Nathan's passing as he moves onto the next stage of his journey. May happy memories bring comfort. May the strength and love of Angels surround you and the family in the days ahead. Forever in your hearts.

Alisa Brewster. Oh Tiersa!! I'm so very sorry for your loss, sending you great bigs hugs and lots of love! Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help.

Janel Hovde. Tiersa, I am so very sorry for your loss. Nathan was a great man. Keeping you and your family lifted in prayer. 

Gretchen Pedersen. Tiersa, my sincerest thoughts and condolences to you and your family. I am so so sorry ❤️

Sylvia Smith. May Nathan rest in eternal peace and the perpetual light of God shine upon him.

Christopher Gerken. We will be keeping you all in our prayers. We will never forget his kindness and he will be missed...πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™

Nathan Buck. I’m saddened to hear of your loss Tiersa. Sending you hugs and prayers.

Patty Skinner. My heart aches for your loss. May God wrap you in His loving arms.

Sharon Dawson. I have not been through this trial you have before you. So sorry your time with your love is so short. May God wrap you in his love and peace and sustain you now and always.

Linda Weise Gerken-Bose So sorry! Love and prayers to all of the family. πŸ’”πŸ˜­πŸ™.

Raya Nichols. Oh Tiersa....life is too short and too precious. Sending you all my love ♥️♥️♥️

Rhonda Shipley VandeBergh. I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers for you and the family. πŸ™

Theresa Romero. I'm so sorry, know that we all love you , please give the kids love from us also πŸ’•❤️😘😒

Crystal VanKooten. So sorry to hear this, Tiersa, and I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Denice Kindred Bennett. I’m so very sorry! Sending lots of love to you and the fam! πŸ˜˜πŸ˜˜πŸ˜˜

Juda Gorton. Prayers to your family, text me if I can do anything!

Mary Kay Butcher-Babcock. I am so sorry for your loss. You are loved and I am lifting you and your family up in prayer. πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™

Justin Call. I’m so sorry to hear that. Much love to you and your family.Jana Wells Mann. Oh, my dear friend... love and strength to you and your families.

Bobby Blackman.  My deepest condolences, I grieve with thee.

Tena Miller Price. I’m so sorry, cousin. Love you much and lifting you up in prayerπŸ™πŸ’•

Evelyn Vanderzanden. Tiersa I am so sorry you and your family have had to go through such a sad time right now. Love and prayers are with you all.

Rose Tacholsky Jackson. I'm so sorry. Sending for you and your family.

Kyle Bunting. I am so sorry to hear that Tiersa! He was so kind. Thinking about you and your family! ❤️

MaryJan Munger. This gave my heart a huge lurch. I'm so sad to hear this news, Tiersa.

Regina Howell. So sorry. Sending hugs and puppy kisses

Michelle Gray. Tiersa, I am so sorry friend! Love to you and your family.

Connie Craddock. I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes put to you and your family.

Laurie Clapshaw, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debra Hundley Stanton. So sorry Tiersa, I will be keeping you and your family in my prayers.

Lynette Campbell. Absolutely heartbreaking. I know your love for him is endless.

Wendy McLaren. So very sorry. Sending love to you ❤️πŸ’”

Donita Hoilien-miller. So sorry to you and your family you are in my prayers

Kelli Jarrett. Oh Tiersa. I am so very sorry to hear about Nathan. Sening your whole family my sympathies.

Kathy Blackburn. I am so sorry for your family’s loss!

Donna Houser. So so very sorry for your loss.

Kat Han. So sorry Tiersa. I'm thinking of you and your family.

Lynda Heller. I am sorry! Hugs!

Julie Browne Kasper. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for you and your family!❤️❤️❤️😘😘😘

Sally Schatz Gump. Oh, I am so sorry... hugs to your whole family.

Lisa Finster. Big hugs!!!

Dan Hodnot. My heart goes out to you Tiersa. Nathan was such a good man. Many years ago, he took me fishing many times and crabbing as well. I enjoyed working with him when he practiced nursing. May blessings come to you and your family in this difficult time.

Jim Syrstad We are heartbroken. Love to you all♥️

Yolande Raibaud. De tout cΕ“ur avec vous et toute la famille dans ce moment.....

Chris Heinemeyer. I am so so sorry. He was loved.

Maria Ines Martin Barrales. Tiersa te mando un abrazo y un beso. Rest un peace❤️

Melinda Bernert. There are no words. I am heart broken for you.

Zach Ross RIP Nathan. Gone too soon.

Mari Adyss.  Lo siento mucho, mis bendiciones y mi cariΓ±o hacia ustedes. Mis oraciones para ustedes y mi gran cariΓ±o. Lo siento. πŸ˜ͺπŸ™

Katie Clark. I’m so sorry πŸ˜ž sending lots of love πŸ’•

Tami Lambert. I loved working with him. He was the kindest man and was a great co worker with my sister too. It does not get better than Nathan

Shelbe Brown. Oh,Tiersa... Hugs to you ❤️πŸ™

Lea Chitwood. Love to all of you ❤️

Jared Larson I’m so sorry. Much love to you.

Janet L. Swan. So very sorry!

Sherri Johnson. Love to you πŸ’”πŸ’–

Elsy Elsy. Lamento muchΓ­simo la pΓ©rdida de Nathan. RecordarΓ© con mucho cariΓ±o todo aquello que compartimos de forma muy especial.

Pam Harrel. I am so, so sorry, Tiersa.

Duane Joyce Jordan. Love you Tiersa!!

Phil Haynes. I have no words . . . know that you are loved.

Blake Inscore. So sorry for you all.

Aletha Leon. I’m so sorry πŸ˜’πŸ€—πŸ’œ

Pilar Mar. Lo siento mucho, te mando un fuerte abrazo

Dave Keckes-Chartrey. So sorry πŸ˜ž

Malu MartΓ­n Barrales. Tiersa te mando un beso con mucho cariΓ±o πŸ’•πŸ™πŸ»πŸ™πŸ»

Erin Phelps Tiersa my thoughts and prayers are with you. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help..

Doyle Wayne Stewart. I am so sorry for your loss.

Chris Jones. I am so sorry for your lossπŸ˜ͺ

Anita McComb Marble. So very sorry, Tiersa πŸ’”

Patricia Deacon. So sorry to hear, praying for you and your family during this difficult time. Nathan will be missed by so many people. He was a kind, joy filled man and a caring Nurse. He loved his family so much. πŸ’”

Robin Newton. We are so sad to hear this... hugs to you all. πŸ˜’πŸ’•

Bill Kleffner. So sorry to hear of Nathan's passing. You have my heartfelt condolences.

Tyson Rice. RIP..... Condolences to you and your family

Kate Hoggins Sending love to you. 

Our love and support will always be here for you. - Juan and Elsa


(Photo credit: Kacy)  
Oh Dad... I will miss you so very much. You were the BEST dad. Truly. I'm glad your pain is over and done. But it will be so hard to continue life without you.

Brooke Larson. Sending you love Kacy.

Charles Sanderson. I’m really sorry for your loss. Sending love and grace to you and your family.

Caelish Tarrham. If you need someone to talk to and pretend that none of this is going on I'm here (it's what I needed so I wanted to offer)

Ginny Mccormick. So sorry with your loss, your dad was a great person, so glad you had such a wonderful father.

Lisa Carlson. Kacy I'm so very sorry for you and your family. Sending love.

Keeley Laughlin. I’m so sorry Kacy. You are much too young to lose your dad. My heart is breaking for you. He was the best dad.

Bethany Himes. ❤❤ Sending all the love and support to you and your family ❤❤

Kathy Jordan Hoffman. We will always remember as an awesome giving person. He always put others needs before his. I will remember him fondly for all of the time we spent together supporting the Band Program in SHSD. Thank You Nathan! Kacy I’m sorry for your lossπŸ’”πŸ˜’

Brittany Gerberding. I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss. Your dad was an amazing man. One of the most giving and kind people I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing.

Katie King-Bates. Sending you and your family all the love Kacy. I’m so sorry for your loss

Kristin Heckers Sending you lots of love.πŸ’œπŸ’œπŸ’œπŸ’œπŸ’œπŸ’œ I'm so sorry for your loss

Sammi Palmer I am so sorry for your loss, Kacy.

John Fitzgerald. I'm so sorry for your loss. :(

Connie Craddock. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending love and hugs and prayers.

Yolande Raibaud. Toutes mes pensΓ©es et mon affection pour toi et toute la famille...

Emily Lively. I am so sorry Kacy your dad was such a great guy!
So many cherished childhood memories with you all

Cassie Johnson. We are so sorry for your loss Kacy. We are sending you and your family all of our love and prayers.

Megan Renee Keith. Love you Kacy. I wish I could give you the biggest hug in the world right now 

Rose Galloway. My heart hurts for you and your family. So many fond memories of you all. May the Lord’s love and grace be with you, Kacy. I’m so very sorry for your loss.
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Alex Collins. Your dad was such a kind man. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you support and virtual hugs.

Lesley Hughson King. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family!!!πŸ˜’πŸ™πŸΌ

 Mary Bertsch Massey. This world lost the kindest man I knew

Alisha Garza. Oh Kacy Hughson, I'm so sorry.
I love you and I loved your dad.
He was such a good man. …See More

Jacki Dougan. Such love and respect from us to your family.

Megan Archila. I'm so sorry for your loss, Kacy. Sending you all the love and prayers.

Crystal Briggs. I’m so sorry, Kacy. Your dad was such an amazing man and he loved you so much.

Elsy Elsy Querida Kacy... Te deseo paz, consuelo, fuerza y muchΓ­simo amor en este momento tan triste.

Jessica Quillen Oh Kacy, I am so sorry... Your dad REALLY was the BEST! Sending you and your family lots of prayers 

Jessica Doll Sending you and your family lots of love!! He was definitely one of a kind!πŸ’™

Rachel Smith I'm so sorry for your loss Kacy. Sending all the loves prayers and hugs to you.

Kathy Harris. My heart is broken for you Kacy. . . .

Pam Chartier. Sending love to you and your family, Kacy...your dad was such a special person.

Tavin Boynton. This is so sad to hear. Your dad is an amazing, gracious, loving person and poured his heart into your passions of theater and band. He made an impact on me and hundreds of other kids in St. Helens.  πŸ™πŸ™

Martine Barnett. I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss. He was an amazing man. Sending you and your family much love. ❤️

Linda Weise Gerken-Bose So sorry, Kacy! Prayers and love! πŸ˜­πŸ’”πŸ™

Alyona Evans Merriman So so sorry for your loss. Sending lots of love and hugs your way. ❤❤

Jasmine Anderson Oh my gosh. This breaks my heart πŸ’”πŸ’”πŸ’” into a million pieces πŸ˜­
Your dad was so kind and someone who could listen and hear people. He will be missed by so many hearts. I loved seeing him pop up on my timeline....so many happy memories of life and simpler…See More

Tess Bissell Oh Kay I am so sorry. I am praying for you all

Jared Larson. I love you so much. I’m so sorry. Let me know if you need anything at all.

Tonya Snyder Arnold Kacy, my heart aches as I think about this. Your dad was a remarkable man with such a big heart. Sending you and your family so much love in this difficult time.

Will D. Webber. I’m so sorry for your loss, Kacy. Sending you positive thoughts.

Jillian Allmer. I am so sorry my heart is with you and your family

Kristina Mullan-Saul. I am so sorry Kacy, thoughts and prayers to you and your family as you go through this loss. πŸ₯ΊπŸ’•

Noelle Freshner. My heart is broken. I’m so, so sorry.

Cristi Miles. Im so sorry, Kacy. There are no words- sending you all my love.

Amberly Orr. I’m so sorry. When you’re ready please reach out. I love you.

Brooke Flowers. I’m so sorry, Kacy. Losing a parent is really damn hard πŸ’• your dad was such an awesome guy.

Adena Aguilar. I’m so sorry, Kacy. I will be thinking about you and your family.

Valentin Kobler. My deepest condolences! Sending some positive austrian vibesπŸ’ͺ🏻

Angie Pearson. Our hearts πŸ’– are yours ❤️.

Todd Pearson. I now have a friend in heaven

Cathy Carlson. I will always remember him and all he did for the marching band

Elaine Hughson. Kacy there are no words to ease your pain,but know we love you and are here if you need anything.

Emily Jude Ε kulec Sending love Kacy ❤️❤️

Top of FormSarah Frances Butler. I'm so sorry! Your Dad was a great person based on the interactions I had with him.

Tim Massey. love you all so much...the best friend a man could have

Arryn Ashley Bess. Your dad was such a wonderful human being. Sending all my love to you and your family.

Kyla Tompkins. I'm so sorry Spencer. I remember meeting your dad and could tell he was a joy to be around. It's been 6 years since my mom died and I know how hard it is, I'm glad you have a wonderful family to lean on.

Carley Wecks. I'm so sorry, Spencer. Praying for comfort and grace.

Jared .Larson Sending much love to your family right now. There are so many people that care about you guys. Don’t be afraid to reach out.

Pilar Mar. My prayers with you πŸ™πŸ»

Noelle Freshner. I’m so sorry, Spencer. He was an amazing man and he will be missed so much by so many.

Travis Moddison. Sorry for your loss Spencer. To echo what folks have said above, he was a good man who constantly served others. Much love and peace to your family at this time.

Crystal Flowers. My prayers are with you and your family! May you find comfort and peace!

Brian Beck. I'm so sorry Spencer. He was such a wonderful man.

Michael Quillen. I'm so sorry to hear Spencer. He was generous and a joy to work with. He will be missed.

Charles Sanderson. Sending my love. I'm really sorry for your loss.

Matthew Blount. Sorry cousin. So sorry. Love you. Praying for you.

Jennifer Swartz. πŸ’• Love to your family πŸ’œ

Abigail Liles. I'm so sorry, Spencer. Holding you and your family in my thoughts right now.

Deb Rozeboom. So sorry to hear this Spencer. Thinking of you and family.

Sharon Hughson. Hugs and prayers for all of you 

James Strecker.  Oh man. I had no idea anything was up. So sorry to hear this, Spencer. I hope you and your family are doing as well as you can. Much love from me.

Amber Hollinger. I’m sorry for the loss of your dad! Let yourself go through all the emotions. Talk about him. Share stories. Express how you feel. It helps some. Praying for you and your family!

Rachel Van Tuinen Bair. Praying for you and your family during this difficult time.

Francine Harwood. Love you Spencer!

Jasmine Anderson. This broke my heart when I heard.
I always respected your Dad. He was loved by many, and ushered many more than he could have ever known. 
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Valerie Harwood Sending lots of love and prayers to you guys ❤️

Karen Clark. Hugs and prayers

Michelle Montoya. Prayers being sent it's hard to loose a dad

Nikki Steele. Spencer, my heart goes out to you and your family. Your mom and dad were such an integral part in so many of our lives throughout high school. I’m sure he knew how much he was loved and will be missed. πŸ’œ

Kamrie Pillar.  So sorry for your loss. I had no idea he was sick.

Jake Epperly. Sorry for your loss! He will be sorely missed.

Angela Calabrese. Aww Spencer, I'm so sorry.

Linda Weise Gerken-Bose. I know it is! So so sorry!!😭πŸ˜ͺπŸ’”

Ambar Arries. So sorry for your loss Spencer, your Dad was so sweet.

Malissa Blount. Oh NO NO I'm sooo sorry this breaks my heart,I didn't know he was sick,I knew his back was bad....i always really liked your Dad and enjoyed visiting with him anytime I saw him.....i have many fond memories of him mostly from when I was little.im just so sorry big hugs and love to all of you

Tiersa Harkins Helwig. Malissa, Nathan went in for back surgery on July 8 and the surgeon kept him as they ran some tests, which found him filled with an undifferentiated cancer. We just ran out of time after that. The natural process of that cancer went so quickly. He was robbed, and we were robbed. We will miss him so very very much. Thank you for your message.

Adam Wayne. I can't help but say what's already been said he was a great guy and I enjoyed what time I knew him. I will be praying for you and your family!

Kyle Templeton. He gave me rides home from school with Matt sometimes. Always enjoyed being around him. So sorry, Spencer.

Jessica Quillen. I’m so sorry Spencer  He was such a kind and generous person.. traits that he passed to both you and Kacy. Sending prayers for your entire family 

Elsy Elsy. I was heartbroken when I heard the sad news.

Laura Gallagher. So sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man and volunteer for the Oregon Crusaders. Loved volunteering with him.πŸ’”

Patrick Gump. I'm so sorry to hear. Your dad was a kind, gentle, and loving man. Your family is definitely in my thoughts during these turbulent times.

(Photo credit: Megan) 

We went to the beach to breathe for the briefest of moments. Nathan was very present with us as we paused, as we knew here- he definitely would be.

It's amazing to be in this space. The beach, a piece of earth that brought him such peace and solace. The Heavens meet the horizon so beautifully, it's like it is holding hands.

I can't think of a better place for Nathan to talk with us, to see us, and be with us. We'll connect in different spaces as we go on, but here is where we will always find him.

 

This is going to be a shorter hospice than some.....Nathan is so loved.

Jim Syrstad. We are also heartbroken. Still can't quite believe this. We're thinking of you, neighborsπŸ’”

Lori Bauer. Sweet friend, my heart breaks for you and with you. Not many men measure up to your man! You all remain in my prayers through this difficult journey. You both are so loved! ❤️πŸ™πŸ»❤️

Kathy Jordan Hoffman. Praying for your family as you travel this bumpy road. We loved Nathan and will always reminder him well. He left a legacy!πŸ’”πŸ˜’

Doris Kenworthy Perry. Sending you and hugs, our hearts are heavy, prayers for your family.

Mike Shari Totman. Tiersa, We are heartbroken for you, and your precious family. You are covered with prayers.

Rose Galloway My heart and prayers are with you all. πŸ™πŸΌ❤️πŸ™πŸΌ

Mary Kathleen Drew. πŸ˜’ I can't find the words to express how sad I feel for you. I'm praying for you. This has all been so sudden and must be a terrible shock.

Tyler Williams. I’m so sorry. I was in your very first Spanish class at Thomas Jr. High and remember the fun stories you would tell about your husband....my favorite bring the road trip you took when you had to listen to Dire Straights over and over.
Here is to a good song (The walk of Life)  to bring back good memories. Prayers and condolences to you.

Melinda Bernert. Such horrible news. I am so sad to hear this. Nathan is so loved!πŸ’”

Rhonda Shipley VandeBergh. I am so sorry Tiersa. My heart is heavy for this journey you are forced to take. I will be praying for strength,peace and love for the whole family.

Lynn Barrett Holter Thoughts and prayers for you all❤️ such a wonderful, sweet man❤️

Stephanie Suzy Kindred Vogt. He was a great guy that will be missed terribly. Our love to you and your family.

Denice Kindred Bennett I’m soooooo sad to hear this! πŸ˜° Sending all my love and prayers to you and the fam! πŸ˜˜

Karen Clark. A beautiful soul has gained his wings! He will be missed by many. I love you all!πŸ’—πŸ’—πŸ™πŸ»πŸ™πŸ»

Sylvia Smith. Tiersa I'll be praying for your family as you all make this journey together.

Laurie Clapshaw. Prayers for peace for Nathan and all his family.

Katherine Pearson. Peace for Nathan and prayers for the family. So sorry for your loss

Andrea Mumford. Oh, Tiersa. I am so sorry to hear this. Sending you much love and strength.

Rose Tacholsky Jackson. I'm lost for words to say. Nathan, you and your are my prayers.

Michelle Gray Tiersa, I am so sorry to hear this news. Sending you and your family peace, strength, comfort and love.

Pam Cooper Jerrett. So sorry, Tiersa. Prayers and hugs to you and your family.

Debra Hundley Stanton. I an so sorry Tiersa, you and your family are in my prayers.

Anita McComb Marble. Tiersa, I am so sad for you and your family! Covering you with prayer for peace and the knowing of God with you all.

Tim Perry. So sorry Tiersa, I will be thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.

Jan Hildreth. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Amy Barrett Christianson. Praying for you and your family Tiersa! ❤️❤️

Todd Pearson. I now have a friend in heaven. I know he will be as helpful there as he was here.

Tiffany Rice. I am so sorry to hear this. We are thinking of you both. πŸ˜”

Lydia Laurance. Oh Tiersa, he is loved and so are you. I am so so sorry.

Zach Ross. Very sorry to see this Tiersa. We are thinking of you guys.❤️

Debbie Cook Courtain Heartbroken with you.

Sandy Hale. Debbie Cook Courtain agree with you heart broken I've been trying to figure out how I was feelingπŸ˜₯♥️♥️

Dan Hodnot. I am just overwhelmed with Nathan’s passing. I did not know of his illness. My heart goes out to you in your loss. Please consider making me a FB friend so that I may continue to support you.

Cathryn Chudy. This is such sad news, Tiersa, I am so sorry and send love and πŸ™for Nathan, you and your familyπŸ˜ͺπŸ’œ

Jody Heaton Lowy. Lukas and I send our love. Our hearts are with you and your family πŸ’”

Patty Skinner. May you fully realize God’s love and comfort for you all. He can and will carry you through this painful time.

Julie Pacheco-Toye. So sorry Tiersa. I'll be thinking of you.

Phil Haynes. Tiersa, reach out to me if I can somehow be of help. It's time to start a fresh composition for you, Nathan, and your family.

Janet L. Swan. You know I am here for you! I am so very sorry

Janel Hovde. Lifting you all up in prayer during this difficult time.

Cecile Doyle. I can’t believe it. So very sorry for you guys. Hope God is helping with the pain.

Lea Chitwood. I’ve been thinking about you guys and how wonderful you all are. Hugs to you all and if you need anything please, please just let me know. πŸ€—πŸ™❤️

Carla Mann. check your messenger for pm from me. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Catherine Pollock-Robinson. Thinking of all of you with love.

Lynda Heller. Peace and love.

Kathy Blackburn. So sorry to hear this! πŸ’”Prayers and thoughts for your family!

Yolande Raibaud. Toutes mes pensΓ©es et mon affection pou vous et toute la famille....

Donna Houser. :.(

Ginny Mccormick. Father God, I come to you in the name of your Son Jesus, and the Holy Spirit, Lord I am lifting up Nathan Helwig to you, Father I ask for your healing touch on this cancer in his body and the pain in his back. Keep away pain Lord and give him comfort. …See More

Jackie Geiger Bennett. Oh Tiersa, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...

Patti Voss-Nguyen. So sorry to hear. Prayers for you and your family. πŸ™❤️

Jennie Williams Smith. All my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family 

Chris Heinemeyer. My thoughts are with you and your family. I am so sorry.

Kimberly Lucas. Sending you love . I am so sorry.

Mindy Sass. I was blessed to have Nathan as a mentor and friend when we met through the McBride PTO. Years later a church friend shared with me how Nathan helped her suicidal grandchild and what a wonderful person he was. His kindness and compassion will be missed. Much love and peace to you and your family.

Jeannette Gailey. Tiersa, I work with Nathan he is a solid human who exhibits a man with a heart and soul for his family. He tells the greatest stories.
As an employee you couldn't ask for more
He knows how it works and truly has users at the heart of the need. He and your family are lifted in my prayers.

Quinell Lynn. So sorry to hear he will be missed. Love u guys and I’m praying for u all.

Livia Aquino Aban. I am absolutely heartbroken. Nathan was such a Kind, gentle soul who was always ready & willing to help. My sincere condolences to you & your family πŸ’”

Stephanie Janie. My heart is breaking. Nathan your soul is gentle and I deeply appreciate your calm energy, wisdom and kindness over the years. Wishes for comfort and peace for you and your family.

 

Our sweet Nathan left us at 8:22 this morning. Love to you all. Tiersa

Jennie Williams Smith. Oh Tiersa my heart is just breaking for you and your family. πŸ˜’

Ashley Brooke McLemore. I am so sorry for your loss Nathan Helwig was a great amazing man! he was also so kind and amazing to work with.

Ashley Brooke McLemore. Oh no! I am so sorry! my heart breaks reading this. Please if you read this tell Nathan I am thinking of him and praying for his comfort.

Samantha Hoffman. I am so sorry, Nathan was always great to work with. He will be missed πŸ˜’

Monica Cade. I am so very, very sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with Nathan and your family.

Tom Rinella. I am so sorry Prayers to Nathan and everyone

Brian Dennis Brown. So sorry for you all for your loss.

Tammy Lear. Yes. He is very loved!

Julie Simpson. So, so sorry. So sorry.

Joe Brown. Prayers for you πŸ™ and your family

Tina Dye. So sorry to hear. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.πŸ™

Dorothy Brown. I am so sorry. πŸ˜ͺ

Livia Aquino Aban. My heart & prayers for you & family.


UNITED STATES POSTAL CARDS RECEIVED

Elva Escola                Gary Lucas             Lea Chitwood          Sandy and Merlin LaJoye (w/flowers)

Aunt Reta, Uncle Phil, Wendy, Robert, Mary Rose, and Hayley McLaren        Livia (from work)

Karen Calvert     Ruth (from work)        Scott and Sandy Hale       Sue Barrett    Karen Calvert

Mary Pat (from work)           Legacy Surgical Services team       Carl & Jenny Sorenson 

Kay Schaerer - (Jean's friend)        Jean        Don Courtain (w/lottery tickets)   Bill     Janine

Myra Beeler    Jessica & Alfredo        Kristi & Chuck Anderson    Hamptons, Prichards & MJ

Chris and Melissa        Don & Deb Courtain        MaryPat & Karissa       Gail Ruppert   

Amedysis Home Health        Miguel      Steph & Dave Pump        Linda Weise Gerken

Legacy Clinic Woodburn    PFOA Exectutive Board and Members        Linda Drown

Ruth Schleyer (from Legacy)        Wendy White        Compass Oncology

Carl and Laurie Gurske        Don & Rose Jensen        Sally LaJoye        Kurt&Lori Bauer

Doug and Laurie Clapshaw        Kris of Legacy        Becky & Humberto

MJ Nordgren        Mark Hinthorn        Jim & Kathy Syrstad       Dean & Virginia Hovde

Keen& Connie Lee        Betsy Penziol        Brenda (Lori's friend)      Elise Warner

Linda Ambler        Chris & Julie Gerken


Facebook Post by the St Helens Band Program
March 8, 2021
We received a lovely letter along with a donation today that we wanted to share with you here. Nathan Helwig, a former band parent, Band Patron Chair, and St. Helens School Board member meant a lot to our program. Thank you to the PFOA for keeping Nathan in the front of our minds. We miss him a lot and we can't wait to play some of his favorite tunes at games later this season.
St. Helens High School Band,
We share in the loss of Nathan Helwig. Nathan was a member of the Portland Football Officials Association for many years. More importantly, he was a member of the self-described, Portland Football Association, Columbia County Chapter- we named ourselves. Remaining working members, and some retired members, joined us in requesting to officiate and observe the St. Helens Football home opener in honor of Nathan (March 5th). We also want to honor him for one of his other passions- your great band. I'm sorry the band will not be able to entertain us (at the game) with your usual passion and enthusiasm!! Please accept our donation in his honor.

PFOA- Columbia County Chapter
P.S. We miss you Nathan!


The Portland Football Officials all wore these wristbands at their games the first season that Nathan Helwig was not physically on the field with them. David Kirby provided the remainder for Nathan's Kids, Nephews and nieces.

Aug 15, 2020 - Remembering Nathan today Columbia County chapter of the PFOA