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From:
Ashley Raines
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Friday, August 31, 2018
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I'm not sure why today sticks out more than the others but, I miss you heavily today Nick. I've been thinking about how much you loved music that had soul and lyrics that tell a deep story. You used to always ask me to listen to Jimi Hendrix- Little Wing , you would ask me weekly if I had looked it up yet and I never did..until just Now.
I regret I didn't fully appreciate your passion for song more when you were here, I would have benefited from it greatly. But I loved to see the expression on your face when one of your favorites came on the radio.
Nick you are responsible for a lot of who I am today. We spent about seven years of our life knowing each other, growing with one another, Experiencing the simple enjoyments that life has to offer. Sometimes learning the hard way together. Sometimes we hurt each other, But we never went very long before one of us said they were sorry and we forgave each other easily.
I want to say thank you for showing me honesty, passion for life, and most importantly love. You really were a gift to me. To everyone who knew you, you were their joy. You left such a strong impact on my life.
I now see you on peaceful night walks and when a bird takes off in flight.
-Geezy
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From:
Ashley Raines
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Tuesday, October 3, 2017
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I had the privilege of being a part of Nick's life during our employment at Lowes and the years after. Gosh he could make me laugh so hard and anytime he walked into the room he put an instant smile on my face! Anytime we were together, it was the time of our lives.
He could take an ordinary afternoon and make it an exciting adventure, he had the best ideas! On our days off together, we would go riding bikes in downtown dallas and never stop unless i was getting tired (because he could go on forever, it was impressive)
Or play tennis and not take it serious because by the end neither one would know the score and we probably burned more calories laughing than the sport! haha
It was a great thing we both loved to be outdoors, and we took full advantage of it!
Nick was also someone i went to for comfort and advice. I valued his opinion greatly because I always saw Nick as someone who viewed life clearly and with no complications. He knew what he wanted. And somebody with that much assuredness and confidence.. I admired him.
I'll miss our long talks and the openness to be myself with him. I'll miss his smile and his laugh and the loyal friendship we shared.
I will keep you forever in my heart Nick <3
Always, Geezy
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From:
Brianna Kennedy
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Monday, February 27, 2017
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Brady, Nick, and I met at Palio's Pizza one night for dinner. Nick knew I loved tea so he brought me a Chai tea to the place- there was a Starbucks a few places down. It blew me away because not everyone picks up on things you like and surprises you with them. He did. He put his sister first many times and was so thoughtful!
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From:
Ben Neds
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Wednesday, February 15, 2017
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My life was blessed because of Nick. We met at Lowe’s in Rockwall in 2009 and I remember connecting with him in the break room. I was drawn to his infectious smile, gregarious laugh, and warm personality. Humor is a gift and God certainly blessed him with it.
Somewhere along the way, we found out that we both enjoyed basketball. I mentioned that Nick should join me over at 1st Baptist in Garland at 6 am on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays. To my surprise, Nick showed up and joined me on a regular basis. I came to realize that Nick was dependable. He always did what he said he would do and was very punctual. Now that I say this, I remember one time that he overslept or didn’t set the alarm. He was so apologetic it was hilarious!
We met in the parking lot of the Neighborhood Walmart near the Shores and 66. Nick was really a talented basketball player. He was smooth and he could jump twice as high as me! After ball, we would grab breakfast at Chic-fil-a or another breakfast spot and dive into some important conversations about life. It always impressed me how knowledgeable Nick was and how much he remembered numbers and facts about history. We discussed all of the questions we all have in our lives about where we came from, why we are here, what is our purpose, and where do we go when we leave our physical bodies. I shared my faith in Jesus Christ with Nick and he shared his thoughts and faith in God with me. We discussed challenges in our lives that we were both dealing with and encouraged each other just as iron sharpens iron (Proverbs 27:17).
Because of the trust and friendship we had developed over a couple of years, I asked Nick to be in my wedding and he quickly agreed. I could tell that Nick had been in a few weddings because he was totally looking out for me every step of the way! Thank you for that Nick!
After my wife and I were married and moved away to Tennessee, Nick and I continued our friendship by connecting over the holidays when we came back to Dallas and over the phone and via text the rest of the time. One thing that I really valued about our relationship is the way we could see things from the opposite spectrum in many cases and yet find so many commonalities. Over the past two years, Nick was a Bernie guy and I was a Trump guy. We had many debates and fun conversations where we would both passionately present our positions and yet remain open minded and considerate of each other. Wow! That is hard to do but Nick did a great job. I think Nick was coming around to see things my way :-) jk
It was a privilege to catch up with Nick a couple months ago in Dallas over the holidays. He wanted to take me to the Pecan Lodge Restaurant in Deep Elam. We walked over there only to find that the place was closed on Mondays and it just so happened to be Monday. We settled for the next best spot, a breakfast place called Cafe Brazil. I followed Nick’s Pecan Lodge recommendation later and I’m glad I did! After we ate, Nick showed me how to get around downtown since I hadn’t spent much time in the city before. I wanted to take a couple of my siblings to the Dallas Museum of Art. He showed me where it was, where JFK was shot, and he also pointed out the “Flying Red Horse” among other landmarks.
Thank you Nick, for including me in part of your life. I won’t forget the impact you had for our country and I won’t forget your friendship.
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From:
Brianna Kennedy
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Wednesday, February 15, 2017
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This past October (2016), Nick went with Silas and me to the Arboretum. Nick wore his Cowboy hat and I will never forget how excited he got when he saw the Lincoln statue. He had to have a picture with Lincoln, one of his favorite presidents. Loudly so that at least two other ladies could hear, he mentioned how he sure wish Lincoln was in the presidential race instead of the two clowns we have running. He said it more hilariously than that, of course, but my memory fails me on the exact words. My brother didn't mind talking to others or saying exactly what was on his mind at any second. I love that. On this same trip to the Arboretum, we walked around to the growing fruits and vegetables area and to see how excited he got whenever he saw some of the gardens was pretty awesome to witness. I knew he wanted to grow a garden, but seeing his eyes get big and the mind start to churn made me think he was really going to do this. And he did... he started his garden this past January (2017). My younger brother has it at his house now. We hope to keep it growing!
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From:
Thomas Peterson
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Tuesday, February 14, 2017
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As Nick’s uncle and youngest brother to his father I have had the honor, joy, pleasure, and happiness of knowing Nick from just few days after he was born, and talking with him just days prior to his death. I held him in my arms as a young baby so excited for my brother Bob and sister in-law Sue for the first child. They had just come home from Germany and started living in Polk City Iowa. Nick as an adorable baby that all grandparents doted over. Every Christmas and Thanksgiving and many summers we spend countless hours together. Even babysitting him a time or two. Nick was one of the kindest kids I have ever known. If you asked him for anything or wanted help he would be the first person to give you the shirt off his back. Never thinking of himself or working to make his own life better rather he focused on making everyone else’s life better. He was magical in the kind and gentle way he helped people. Often complete strangers would remark that he was such a kind person.
Nick loved many things but among them was baseball and football. He had a bond with his family over baseball and football. Nick would always have a Rangers baseball cap on, or a Cowboy’s shirt on. His father and Uncle Tim would take the kids to games in Arlington to enjoy a day at the park. Nick had this blue Honda civic he would drive until the wheels almost came off. It would become the famous blue Honda within his family. Nicks other great love besides his family was Skiing with the family. The family would go to Colorado year after year. At one time Nick was about 10 years old sitting on a ski lift with his Uncle Tom and he dropped his ski pole on to a Double Black run at Breckenridge. His father had to go and retrieve it. Bob was worn out from trying to get down to the pole. Nicks other great love was of animals. You can tell a lot about a person on how they treat animals. Nick excelled at loving his dogs and cats over his life. Nick could often be seeing out walking his two favorite family dogs June Bug, and Holly. Nick had a special place in his heart for every one of his family members, but a special bond with his late Uncle Jim. Jim was the sweet Uncle that would come by and play with the kids and take them for ice cream. That bond would last Nick’s entire life.
As his Uncle it is especially hard to watch his family go through the pain of losing such a wonderful gift from God. I do know that God has a reason and a purpose for every one of us and Nick was taken early because he had fulfilled his purpose God set out for him. All the random acts of kindness and good deeds Nick did for complete strangers added up for his lifetime to a golden ticket to heaven. I feel comfort that he is with his Uncle Jim and his grandmother Mary. God Bless the Peterson Family!
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From:
Brianna Kennedy
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Monday, February 13, 2017
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Brady, Nick, and I loved sleeping in Brady's room growing up. We would have slumber parties on the bunk beds. Nick always called the top bunk and I think I used to sleep on the bottom bunk and then Brady made a bed on the floor (or me and him switched- can't fully remember our locations, because Nick's was obviously the most important- hah). Brady and I always wanted the top bunk, but since Nick was older and called it first we always gave it to him. However, he used that to his advantage. One night he asked if one of us wanted to trade spots. I went up to the top bunk to the worst dutch oven I have ever smelt in my life. Seriously, I think he was building up the farts somehow and kept that scent up there just to get a huge laugh. I about fell off the bed. And then we all laughed... that's how he was growing up- kept us laughing!
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