Nathan James Balding

Nathan always seemed happiest with a fishing pole in his hand! And his humor reminded me of Grandpa O. I am so sorry for your loss.

Denise & Darren, Brian and I are in shock, we are so terribly saddened by this news. We were very fond of Nathan, he never failed to wave when he would drive by and he never failed to kid Brian about cleaning his Jeep so often. He had a wonderful smile that would light up a room. Please accept our deepest condolences, Nathan will be missed. Our hearts & prayers go out to your entire family.

His bright attitude and charisma always lit up the room it was more than a pleasure serving with him. Gone but not forgotten.

To who knew and loved Nathan Balding, especially his loving and supportive parents: My name is Melissa Vargas and I was Nathan's former commander. I left Command in February of this year and I wanted to reach out to share with you that he was such a light in the Troop. He never failed to make people laugh and he was exceptional in every one of his jobs in the Troop. Above all, he was incredibly helpful and cheerful - making it his mission to cheer up anyone that looked like they were having a bad day. He always brought a smile to our faces, mine included. One night he jokingly asked if he and his roommate could have a pet cat in the barracks. I said "I'm sorry no, you know the government owns these and if we deploy you single dudes don't have a reliable family care plan." We went back and forth with jokes about the poor cat fending for itself. About a month or so later, he and his buddy came into my office at around 9pm and told me they got a pet. My face fell until I saw their venus fly trap and I cracked up. "Leave it to the boys to find loopholes, I'm glad it has a good home now!" He was always such a bright, wonderful soul. Though I do not know the details of his passing, I picked up on some context and I'm devastated. As much as we stressed taking care of each other and checking up on each other, it's the brightest smiles that suffer most. Know that all of us in Fox loved him dearly and that we shoulder some of the pain of his passing and all of the joy he brought to the world.

I didn't know him but I am sorry to hear he is gone I will prey for the family I hope ur hearts are warm at this time he is and will always be loved and missed my deepest condolences to the family

Nathan was a close friend of our son Caleb and his wife Allie, he was welcomed into our home and he was always smiling, respectful, and funny. We were very proud of him and all that he accomplished and also for his military service. He was a great kid! The boys along with Allie made a lot of great memories over the years. Nathan will be missed by all who knew him. Our prayers go out to his family during this very sorrowful time. great memories together over the years and Nathan will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Our prayers go out to his family during this very sorrowful time.

Nathan was a very close friend to our son Caleb and his wife Allie, he was welcomed into our home and we thought a lot of him, he was always smiling, respectful and funny, the boys made a lot of great memories together. We were very proud of him and his accomplishments, he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. We send our prayers to his family.

Denise, Ryan and family - I have no words to express my deep sorrow for you all. You are in my prayers and in my heart.

Denise,Darren,Ryan and family, My sincere sympathy to you and prayers at this tragic time. I was shocked to read about Nathan, I am sure that his loved ones were at the door with open arms to welcome him to his heavenly home. God only takes the best.

Nathan was a sweet lovable young man. I will remember you Nathan and miss you each day. Your smile would light up the world. Thank you for the wonderful memories.

Denise & Joe. I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I know losing a child is one of the most difficult events to survive. My love to the entire family.