Obituary: Nathan J. Wallace

Nathan J. Wallace 1986 ~ 2006 It was the sudden end of a short, but beautiful life. Nate Wallace, age 20, was killed in a climbing accident on Lone Peak late Sunday, July 29. Nate, born March 4 1986, loved the out of doors, took up hiking almost as soon as he could walk. In the years that followed he became expert at snowboarding, skateboarding and rock climbing. Nate was deeply spiritual, was compassionate and kind, and was a devoted vegetarian. He was an avid African drummer and enjoyed participating in the Liberty Park drum circle, a talented artist, and an enthusiastic chess player. Everyone liked Nate, and he liked everyone. He was always a pleasant companion in any undertaking, whether education, work, or outdoor activities. He attended Mt. Logan Middle School in Logan, and Highland High School and Horizonte in Salt Lake City. After graduation he attended Salt Lake Community College, and spent last winter snowboarding and working at the Snowbird Resort deli. Recently, he obtained a certification as a Wilderness First Responder. Nearly every year, he volunteered at the Salt Lake Arts Festival. At the time of his death he was employed at Takashi Sushi restaurant as a sushi chef. He was planning to move to Arcata, California, hoping eventually to graduate from Humboldt State University. He traveled extensively throughout Utah and the West. He enjoyed a trip last fall with his family to Central America, where many wonderful memories were created. Nate is survived by his mother Rebecca Wallace of Salt Lake City; his father David Wallace of Logan; grandparents Will and Carole Rusho and Volney and Glenine Wallace of Salt Lake City; and brother Aaron Watt of Corvallis, Oregon. His extended family will also miss him greatly. We are honored to have spent time with this remarkable young man for 20 years. A memorial celebration of Nate's life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Utah County Sheriff Search and Rescue, 3075 North Main, Spanish Fork, UT 84660.