Nathan Kaptena of Wilmington, Illinois passed away unexpectedly on August 14th, 2023, at the age of 35.

He will be lovingly remembered by his parents: Jody & Raymond Kaptena, brother: Matthew Kaptena, sisters: Erica Moreno (Jorge), Alison Kaptena (Ryan), & grandmother: Necia Dickerman. He will be missed by his nieces & nephews: Alaina, Kaitlyn, Austin, Mason, Noah, Owen & Evan, as well as many other relatives and friends.

Nathan served in the US Army during the Persian War from 2006 to 2014, as a Transportation Management Coordinator directing convoys while stationed in Kuwait. Nathan was in the 940th Transportation Detachment out of Fort Sheridan, IL and was deployed in support of Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. Nathan was a hero to our country, family, and friends & will be remembered as such. He was known for his quirkiness, love of music, video games, & cold beer. His passion for music allowed him to become a self-taught pianist. He dreamed of becoming a video game designer & teaching piano lessons. His loving heart & infectious laugh will never be forgotten.

He will be put to rest at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery on September 5th at 2 PM.

20953 W Hoff Rd, Elwood, IL. 60421

Reception to follow.

Abundant Life Fellowship

 23632 Rt. 113 Wilmington, IL.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to the Brain and Behavior Research Foundation or the National Veterans Foundation. 

https://donate.bbrfoundation.…

https://nvf.org/veterans-dona…

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