Nathan Michael Kotulic

Nathan Michael Kotulic, of Noblesville, Indiana, passed away on July 3rd, after a courageous, multi-month battle following a traumatic brain injury. He was born on March 2, 2006.

Nathan was the beloved son of Wayne and Michelle Kotulic and the cherished brother of Luke Prather.

He is survived by his grandparents, Wayne and Beth Kotulic of Cicero, Bill and Ginny Bramley of Port Orange, Florida, Dale and Lynn McDole of Anderson; his uncle, Mike McDole and partner Rachel Phillips, his aunts, Christy Pence and Calley Burnett; his cousins, Malorie and Jackson McDole & Spencer and Cameron Burnett along with many extended family members, classmates, teachers, dear friends, and all whose lives were blessed by knowing him.

Above all else, Nathan loved the Lord. His faith was the foundation of his life and guided the way he treated others, with humility, kindness, compassion, and grace. He attended services at Northview Christian Church in Carmel and treasured the fellowship he shared each Tuesday evening with his “Barn Brothers” in Noblesville. His relationship with Christ shaped the young man he became and the legacy he leaves behind.

Nathan was a recent graduate of Midwest Academy in Carmel, Indiana, where he attended school from the sixth grade through graduation. He cherished the education, friendships, and encouragement he received there and often spoke with gratitude for the school that helped shape the young man he became.

This fall, Nathan was preparing to attend the University of Indianapolis to study Political Science before pursuing his lifelong dream of attending law school. His goal was to become either a federal judge or a professor of history, professions that reflected both his brilliant mind and his deep commitment to truth, justice, and lifelong learning.

Nathan possessed an extraordinary love of knowledge and an insatiable curiosity about the world. As a young boy, he immersed himself in learning everything he could about dinosaurs before turning his attention to Roman history. In recent years, his greatest educational passion became the United States Constitution and the decisions of the United States Supreme Court. For more than five years, he devoted countless hours to studying Supreme Court case law, not because he had to, but because he genuinely loved learning and believed that justice and the rule of law mattered.

Inspired by the writings and judicial philosophy of Justice Antonin Scalia, Nathan admired the enduring principles of the Constitution and believed that integrity, fairness, and faithful interpretation of the law were essential to a free society. He dreamed of dedicating his life to serving others through the pursuit of justice.

Those who knew Nathan will remember him as the bright light in every room. He possessed a rare combination of joy, intelligence, humility, compassion, and kindness. He treated everyone with respect, was thoughtful beyond his years, and had an incredible ability to make others feel welcomed and valued. His quiet confidence, genuine interest in people, and remarkable knowledge left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him. He believed in all things good and lived his life accordingly.

Nathan had an enormous heart and a special love for animals, especially his three beloved dogs, Dexter, Stella, and Nina, who brought him constant companionship and joy. He enjoyed spending time with family, traveling, boating, and hiking, along with writing and singing music. Nathan was involved in many school performances using both his beautiful voice and creative dramatic talents.

Although Nathan’s life was far too short, the impact he made was immeasurable. He lived with integrity, loved deeply, learned relentlessly, served faithfully, and inspired everyone around him to be better. His family finds comfort in the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ and in knowing that the values Nathan cherished—faith, kindness, honesty, curiosity, and justice will continue to live on through all those whose lives he touched.

The Kotulic family extends its deepest gratitude to the many family members, friends, neighbors, classmates, nurses, business associates, and members of the school community who surrounded them with love, prayers, visits, calls, messages, and unwavering support throughout Nathan’s journey. Your kindness, compassion, and encouragement brought comfort during an incredibly difficult time and will never be forgotten.

Nathan was deeply loved as a son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, friend, and a bright light to so many.

May we honor Nathan’s memory by loving the Lord, pursuing truth with curiosity, extending kindness without hesitation, and standing firmly for what is right. Though his time with us was far too short, the light he shared, the love he gave, and the example he set will remain in our hearts forever.

“Though my body and mind fail, yet God is the rock of my heart and my portion forever.” Psalm 73:26

Family and friends gathered for a Celebration of Life on Sunday August 30th at Mustard Seed Gardens in Noblesville, Indiana.

Condolences may be sent to:

15405 Endeavor Dr., Suite 110

Noblesville, IN 46060

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Midwest Academy, at www.mymwa.org, the school that played such an important role in Nathan’s life and education or Kaleb House Inc., at www.kalebhouse.org, to support and restore victims of human trafficking.