Nathan “Nate” Dabbert Janssen
Our dear, kind and gentle Nathan Dabbert Janssen passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 33, on Monday, December 16,2024. He was born on May 5,1991.
Nathan is survived by his loving parents, Charley and LeaAnne Janssen (West Olive, Ml), brother and sister-in-law, Adam & Crystal Janssen and niece, Chloe (Chicago, IL). He is also survived by his loving aunts and uncles: Janny and Gary Veselica (Clarklake, Ml), Lucy Phillips (Zeeland, Ml), Terry & Steve Christian (Jackson, Ml), John & Sally Janssen (Holland, Ml), Micki Janssen (Holland, Ml), Jim & Mary Janssen (Grandville, Ml), and Dave & Barb Janssen (Isle of Palms, SC). Nathan is also survived by several nieces and nephews and a large extended family.
Nathan lived his entire life in Lansing, Ml. He attended Lansing Christian Schools, Lansing Community College where he received an associate degree, and Michigan State University.
Nathan had a huge heart and a kind soul. He was friends with everyone he met. He was also a great lover of all animals, especially his dogs, Tank & Ziggy. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, especially time spent in West Olive on the shores of Lake Michigan.
To honor and remember Nathan, please consider a gift to the Capital Region Community Foundation Youth Fund (Nathan served as President during high school) or the Capital Area Humane Society or your local food bank. Most of all, Nathan would want all of us to be kind and loving to all and “do something special for someone you love or someone that no one loves.”
No public service is planned. A private interment will be at a later date at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Grand Haven.
Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 21,2024 at Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel, 325 W. Washtenaw Street, Lansing, Ml.
26 Messages to “Nathan “Nate” Dabbert Janssen”
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Grace Jennings
December 18, 2024 at 2:10 pmMy heart is absolutely shattered, my dear friend Nate, I haven’t stopped crying since I heard the news. It was always Nathan Janssen and Grace Jennings back in school… you always came before me and now you’ve gone before me much much too soon my dear dear friend I am so blessed to have known and loved you and to have recently reconnected over the summer again. I am just so sorry. I will forever miss you. I still cannot believe this. I am so lost. You are such a bright light the best personality the greatest love and smile! Say hi to Tank for me!
Sharon Green
December 18, 2024 at 2:43 pmTo the Entire Janssen family. My deepest sympathy and condolences to all of you. I may not have known Nate, but it sounds like he was an incredible person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. God Bless all of you. With sympathy, Sharon Green (FSCS)
Lenay
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Randy Umfleet
December 18, 2024 at 3:02 pmNathan was a cherished friend and former employee at my bakery. Nathan was always kind and giving to all. Recently he would just call to chat and every conversation always ended with him telling me how much he appreciated me. My sincere condolences to Charlie and LeeAnn and family. Losing a child is something I can’t imagine. Peace to you during this time.
Kelsey (Knoy) Short
December 18, 2024 at 3:03 pmNathan, I can still hear your laugh. My locker was right next to you and you always made an effort to say hello and make me smile. It wasn’t until after senior survival that we became true friends but I won’t forget the memories we made and how great of a friend you were to me. Thank you for convincing me to bleach my hair on a whim and then sit with me and convince me it looked good when we both know it was macaroni and cheese colored. You had a great sense of humor and were always so genuine. You will be missed.
Lubia Lopez
December 18, 2024 at 4:22 pmNathan, you will be greatly missed. Your lovely smile and generous kindness heart you had for friends and family and loved animals. From our family to yours, we extend our love and memories how a hansom caring person you were and always laughing. From our family Mendez, Lopez, Centeno, Alaniz RIP my mom adored you and your brother and was so proud of you both. You will be missed and forever in our hearts and souls. xoxoxoxo to heaven.
Amy Smithern
December 18, 2024 at 6:02 pmMy heart and prayers go out to Nathan and his family! 🙁 I attended our very small high school with Nathan and remember him as the sweetest, funniest guy. You could pick his voice and laughter out of any crowd! Gone too soon… May he rest in peace.
Russell Overton and Jamie Pappas
December 18, 2024 at 6:30 pmJamie and I are holding the entire Janssen family close in our hearts. We hope you all, especially Charley and LeaAnne, draw comfort and strength from the love and support of friends and family. We stand with you and hope we can add our love and support to you during this time and always.
Scott & Vickey Voss
December 18, 2024 at 10:36 pmCharlie, LeaAnne, and Adam, we are so sorry. The loss of a child and a brother at such a young age is beyond words to express. Please know that we are thinking of you, and lifting you up in prayer. May God grant you strength in the coming days, and peace.
Bob Meyer and Kent Wieber
December 19, 2024 at 7:27 amWe’re saddened to hear this news. Our thoughts are with you.
Susan Ewart & Tom Maves
December 19, 2024 at 8:33 amLeaAnne, Charley, and Adam – Our hearts are simply broken for you at this devastating loss. We are holding you in the light and pray that you find solace from your loved ones at this time. Our deepest sympathies are with you and your entire family.
Sharon Smith
December 19, 2024 at 9:30 amCharley, LeaAnne and Family, please accept my sincere condolences. My heart breaks for you and for the pain the loss of Nathan brings. May God give you strength and grace as you grieve and may the love of family, friends and your beautiful memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Pamela Badgero
December 19, 2024 at 10:23 amCharley and LeaAnne, I was so sorry to hear this sad news about Nathan. Your family is in my prayers.
Jim Banghart
December 19, 2024 at 12:06 pmCharley, LeaAnne, and Adam. Barb and I were so heartbroken to hear of Nathan’s passing. Nathan was so kind and loving to all. A true sweet soul.
During this challenging time we hope the memories of Nathan will carry you forward during the coming days and weeks.
Much Love,
Jim and Barb.
Ruth Umfleet
December 19, 2024 at 5:55 pmCharley and LeaAnne, sending you my deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers! We have so many fond memories of Nathan! He was loving, kind, thoughtful, and always a joy to be around. He was the best friend to my children, (Arianne and Landon). He will be missed greatly! May you feel God’s comfort, strength and peace during this difficult time.
Bob and Connie McCullen
December 20, 2024 at 9:26 amCharley and Leanne, Connie and I learned about Nathan this morning. We are at a loss for words, but we hope it helps you to know that your old friends from Foster Swift have you in our hearts.
Scott and Brenda Ammon
December 20, 2024 at 9:47 amCharley, LeaAnne and Adam,
On behalf of all the Ammon’s we give our most sincere condolences and have you all in our prayers. We cannot imagine the pain and sadness you feel. We send blessings of comfort and happy memories!
God Bless
Bob and Mary Bessette
December 20, 2024 at 10:22 amWe were so saddened to hear of the loss of your son, Nathan. He sounds like a very good and kind young man. Praying for peace and comfort for his whole family.
Debbie, Tom and Parker Jamieson
December 20, 2024 at 10:57 amWe are so deeply sorry, LeAnne, Charley, Adam and Crystal. We will always remember Nathan’s big sweet smile and generous, kind heart. He had a magical way of making others feel good about being with him and that he cared about them. He left a impact of love and kindness in this world.
With Deepest Sympathy and Prayers, Debbie, Tom and Parker Jamieson
Mary & Doug Barker
December 20, 2024 at 12:32 pmDear dear Friends, There are no words to express how shattered we are to lose sweet Nathan. My mind has been replaying 33 years of memories of Nate; cute little red headed boy who was always kind, sweet and loving!
We love you all and will hold his memory close to our hearts.
Love,
Aunt Mary & Uncle Doug
Jerry and Suzanna King
December 20, 2024 at 1:05 pmOur hearts go out to the entire Janssen family. We are just hearing the news. How absolutely heartbreaking to lose a child so young, so kind, so sweet. Sending love and prayers your way dear friends. Jerry and Suzanna King
sherry stein
December 20, 2024 at 3:21 pmSherry and Barry Stein
December 20, 2024
Charley and LeaAnne, Our hearts go out to you and your family. We send our deepest sympathies for the loss of your son, Nathan. We hope that memories of your good times together offer you comfort.
Sherry and Barry
Mort and Fran VanHowe
December 21, 2024 at 8:35 amDear Charley, LeaAnne, Adam and the family, please accept our heartfelt condolences. Nathan sounds so well loved and wonderful. We are so very sorry for your sudden deep loss, and are keeping you in our thoughts and thinking of all of you with love, today and going forward.
Melissa and Rick Jackson
December 21, 2024 at 7:39 pmDear Charley and LeaAnne and family: There are no words to adequately express our sympathy, but please know that our thoughts are with you.
Brian and Lisa Renaud
December 21, 2024 at 9:29 pmCharley and LeaAnne and Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss. Our prayers are with you, and with Nathan.
Brian and Lisa Renaud
Scott Keith
December 22, 2024 at 4:53 pmOur deepest condolences to Charley, LeeAnne, and family on your loss. Sending positive thoughts and prayers from our family to yours during this time.
Scott and Merrit Keith