Nicholas Alexander Hartnett

Nicholas Alexander Hartnett, 18, passed away August 30, 2018 at his home in Houston, TX. Nicholas was born May 12, 2000 in Phoenix, AZ.

Nick was many things to many different people, but overall, I’m sure everyone would agree that his radiated an infectious excitement for life. Nicholas was a wonderfully talented athlete who excelled at soccer, football, cheerleading and any other sport he tried. When he took time to share his knowledge and skills with friends, that is when he shined brightest. One of Nick’s favorite activities was showing friends how to do back flips. He would shine with pure happiness while describing how his buddy finally landed a back flip and when his baby sister perfected her back handspring.

Nick was so curious about the world around him which took him down many paths. He would often take things apart and reassemble them in different ways, he loved to tinker and figure things out. Nick loved doing magic tricks and found it humorous when no one, especially his dad couldn’t figure out how he did it. That will probably ring true for anyone who knew Nick because he was a trickster and comedian who was always looking for way to make people laugh.

He brought joy, laughter, happiness and love to all of us and will be missed very much.

Nicholas is survived by his mother, Cassy Burton and stepfather, Brian Burton; father, Michael Hartnett; sisters: Haley Hartnett and Aubree Meyers; brother, Luke Burton; uncles: Blake Toler, Ronald Haase and Joey Haase; aunts: Nicole Toler, Heather Shearfield, Sara Ottinger, Jennifer Rodriguez, Vanessa Lobo, Bambi Haase and Misty Waid; grandparents: Jennifer and Randy Toler, Lori Burton, Ron Hartnett and Lydia Taylor; great grandparents: Richard and Dolores Crowell; the love of his life, Karla Villarreal.

A visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm on Saturday, September 8, 2018 with a service to begin at 1:30 pm in the chapel of Crowder Funeral Home, 2422 Broadway, Pearland, TX 77581. Followed by a graveside service at South Park Cemetery.

7 comments

  1. I’m so very sorry for the loss of this great young man. Gone way too soon. Nick thank you for showing Karla what it is to love someone so much. The smiles you put on her face the sparkle in her eyes. She loved you so very much You are now a guardian angel to many May you soar high with the angels

    Rueben and stephanie villarreal
  2. We love you, Nick… forever, for always, for love❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    Amiee Bonier
  3. I’m so sorry for your families loss. Love you

    Alicia W
  4. I have heard it said that the greatest loss a human can experience is the loss of a child. The death of a child shatters the myth of how life is supposed to unfold. To the family, you have my heartfelt condolences.

    If any of you ever loved someone so dear & near to your heart that wasn’t a blood relative; then you have met Nick. Nick has gained his “wings”, & his mission accomplished. Throughout life, GOD place *angels* along our path to remind us to love & be obedient. I am convinced, Nick was just one of those Angels, who’s role was to love & teach others to love without boundaries. The joy he brought around everyone with just his mere presence exceeded all other.

    I have no doubt, Nick will be one of the brightest STARS in heaven & will continue to shine in the memories of those he touched. We love you Nick, God loves you more that He spared you of the troubles of this world. Rest in Heaven dear one, we will miss you!

    Ms Billie & Kenya
  5. So very sorry. I have coached many kids over the past 10 years, and I can honestly say that Nick was one of my favorites. He played with a rare mix of joy and intensity that made him a natural leader on the field. He was loved by many at Lamar Soccer Club.

    Lee Palmer
  6. I am so sorry for the heartbreaking loss you are experiencing. Nick was a ray of sunshine. When ever our paths crossed at school, he always took the moment to say Hi and exchange pleasantries. This is an unusual characteristic in many of the youth today. He was in my homeroom his Freshman year and is sorely missed.

    Tracy Whatley
  7. I didn’t know Nick very well but only for a few times we would play ultimate Frisbee on friday nights. He was always enthusiastic and happy he was easy to talk to and polite .
    I wish we could have talked more he was a nice kid. He is on my mind every day and my prayers go out to the family. He was a joy to be around and was very encouraging

    Gary Gill

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