Nathanael Franklin Reagan of Springfield, MO went to his heavenly home after a fatal car accident on the morning of June 25, 2017. Nathanael was born on November 14, 1989 to Franklin and Jodi Reagan. He is the brother to Nischelle, Nicole and Natalie Reagan; uncle to Payten Franklin Reagan. Nathanael’s endless love and devotion live on in our hearts forever. We invite you to his celebration of life at the Seymour Chapel, located at the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, 1435 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, Mo. 65802. Visitation: Friday, June 30, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral: Saturday, July 1, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Nathanael loved the Lord with all of his heart. He consistently spoke life into others and wanted God’s best in life. Nathanael was a passionate man who loved life to the fullest and is known for his undying love for his family and those he held close to his heart. He always had a way of making anyone he came in contact with feel valued and loved. He lit up the room with his compassionate smile and vibrant personality.

Nathanael was born in Rockford, IL and raised in a loving home. He developed a love for music, hunting, and fishing at a young age. He became a jack of all trades by diving into his interests wholeheartedly. His family remembers how as a young boy he would become interested in one thing, research every single detail about it, and then experience his new interest first hand.
He developed an interest in finding original arrowheads made by Native Americans in Florida. He would research how to make arrowheads from various types of rock, obsidian, then began making his own arrowheads and became extremely good at this craft. Another interest of his was learning how to shoot a bow and arrow, making his own arrows with wood he found in the forest and feathers he would use from birds or ones he purchased. He developed this skill with such precision that his arrows would always hit their mark.
Nathanael’s love for fishing developed when he spent countless hours on lakes with his dad. They have fond memories that bonded them tightly as father and son; his father remembers Nathanael’s face lighting up when he caught a big fish, talking about life, love and the future together. They also went hunting together every year, perfecting their craft in deer and turkey hunting.
His mom remembers how he would call her multiple times a week just to tell her she is loved. Any time she needed him to stick up for her in a situation, be an advocate on her behalf, or be a listening ear he was always there.
Nathanael’s Grandpa consistently played guitar, harmonica, and taught him how to play as a little boy. Nathanael’s father was a music minister and mother played the piano, which helped mold and develop his love to music. During highschool, he took part in the Glendale Highschool Chamber Choir and won multiple awards for his singing and guitar musicianship. He led worship during chapel services at Evangel University and also during his time in Wisconsin at youth and church services. Throughout his life, Nathanael brought light to hearts of others through his singing, playing the guitar, and heartfelt songwriting that carried so much love.
His sisters fondly call him “Bub” for short, and their relationship with him was extra special. When they would pull pranks on him, their mom always reminded them that “one day he will be bigger than you”. However, when he did get bigger than them he was their first protector and defender. He loved big and always greeted his twin sisters by saying “Hey beautiful!” with a giant hug and kiss on the cheek. They remember his real and authentic devotion, his belief in the “underdog”, his love for justice and words of wisdom. He would pull his twin sisters in his arms and randomly start dancing with them and singing the first song on his heart. Natalie has fond memories of playing together as children outside, traveling together and meeting new friends in every city they encountered.
Nathanael’s nephew, Payten, loved to spend time with his uncle. They would spend time on his boat and play guitar together. Nathanael always said that he loved Payten so much and would do anything for him.
He had a deep appreciation for the United States, the military, and police force. He was a part of the ROTC program at MSU for a short time, and always advocated for services that help protect our country.
His friends remember him for his kind spirit, belief in their best interests, his passion for writing songs, singing and playing music, and his willingness to always be there for them with a word of encouragement.
Nathanael is missed. His life and light will continue to shine brightly in all of our hearts.
“It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.” Theodore Roosevelt

Donations in honor of Nathanael Reagan

Glendale Choir Boosters | Attn: Alicia Lyons
2727 S. Ingram Mill Rd. Springfield, MO 65804
Memo: In memory of Nathanael Reagan

Concerns of Police Survivors
concernsofpolicesurvivors.org
846 Old South Road 5
Camdenton, MO 65020
Memo: In memory of Nathanael Reagan