Nicholas Christian Flater
March 18, 2017
Nicholas Christian Flater was 30 years old when he passed away on March 18, 2017. Nick came into this world, alongside his twin sister, on December 18, 1986 to his proud parents Jerry and Kris Flater. He was born in Des Moines, but he was a country boy at heart.
Growing up he attended South East Polk High School, graduating in 2005. After High School Nick served his country as a Marine, with a tour in Iraq. Nick was an apprentice at The Waldinger Corporation, and a member of Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 33. He had just recently moved to Winterset, where he found his dream home with a small acreage. Nick was an animal lover, he spent many years riding horses with his grandmother, but his constant companion was his dog, Bella.
Those surviving Nick are his parents; sister, Kate Flater; grandmother, Norma Kofmehl; many loving aunts and uncles; and a host of cousins, friends, and other family. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Chris and Josephine Flater, and Charles Kofmehl.
Services will be held Wednesday, March 22, 2017 at Ss. John and Paul Catholic Church, 1401 1st Ave. South in Altoona, from 5 -7 p.m., with a Vigil service to begin at 7 p.m. Funeral services will take place at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, March 23, 2017 at the church, with military honors to follow at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be directed to the family.
Condolences may be expressed at: HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Lori Kennedy
03/23/2017
Kris - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim & TJ Huisman
03/22/2017
Jerry, Kris, and Kate, I can not even begin to say how sorry we are to hear about Nick. We love you all and want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Julie Allison Goldsberry
03/22/2017
Nick was so fun to be around . He had a unforgetable smile and laughter. I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a great kid. He will be missed.
Linda Lair (Marilyn's sister)
03/21/2017
Jerry and Kris so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Ray and Mary Beauregard
03/21/2017
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. God bless you and give you strength during this difficult time. .
Cindy Hayworth
03/21/2017
Kris and family I am so sorry to hear of Nick's death. Keeping you and your family in prayers and may God keep you in his loving embrace and give you comfort
Bryan Osberg
03/21/2017
Jerry, it is with great sadness hearing about the passing of your son. Please know that you and your wife and your family are in my prayers. Again I am so sorry for your loss.
Kristi (Schroeder) Guttuso
03/21/2017
Our hearts are broken for you on the loss of your beautiful son. May God wrap his arms around you during this difficult time.
Les Smit
03/21/2017
Jerry, My heart breaks for you and your family. We should never have to bury our children. Karilyn and I send our prayers.
Jami Flater/Schoulte
03/20/2017
I will forever have childhood memories running around and playing with Nick at family gatherings. He always had a smile and a lot of energy. He will be fondly remembered and missed but never forgotten. Please accept My deepest condolences for your family's loss. May God give you the peace that you seek. (((Hugs))) Sending Prayers
Jean Eckerman Chindlund
03/20/2017
Kris & Family, my heart is breaking for you, we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son Nick. Your family has been very dear to our family for many years, we will keep you all in our prayers. May God wrap you in his arms during this sad time.
Myrna Head
03/20/2017
Kris, Jerry , and Kate, My heart is so heavy. God bless you all, my prayers and hugs. If you need to help with anything, or even a shoulder to cry on. With all my love and prayers. Myrna Head
Jack and Ellie Hansen
03/20/2017
Dearest Kris, Jerry and Kate, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. "The love of a family shelters like a tree". You are all being sheltered by those that know and love you. Hold onto each other and rejoice in your memories and in Gods love. Ellie
Terry dutcher
03/20/2017
I am so sorry for your loss!!! Hugs to Kate and her family
Jean Eckerman Chindlund
03/20/2017
Kris & family, my heart breaks for your loss of your son Nick. There are no words that can take away the pain you are going through. May God keep you wrapped in his loving arms during this difficult time.