Nathan Paul Toohey, 35
Nathan Paul Toohey left this world far too early on February 23rd, 2025, at the age of 35.
Born on September 14, 1989, at Albany Medical Center, he was the son of Paul Toohey Jr. and Bobbie Jo Roberge.
He is survived by his children: Nevaeh, Jayce, Carlee, and Axton Toohey, his companion Brittenie York, his mother, Bobbie Jo (Eric) Drasye; his father, Paul Toohey, Jr.; two brothers, Devin Roberge and Eric Drasye Jr., stepsister Devon Beaudette Imlach, half-brother Payton Toohey. Two nieces Amelia Toohey and Everliegh Roberge and two nephews, Liam and Paxton Toohey.
He is also survived by his maternal grandmother, Carol Beaudette, and great-grandmother Beulah Gonyea; his paternal grandparents, Paul Toohey, Sr. and Lynda (Smith) Toohey. Nathan also leaves behind many aunts, uncles and cousins. Predeceased by his pop, Neal Beaudette; his brother Austen Toohey, a half-sister, Paige Toohey, grandfather Robert Roberge, and two uncles Lee and William Gonyea.
Although Nathan got into his share of trouble, and struggled most of his adult life with addiction, he was a kindhearted soul who would help anyone in need, especially his family. Nathan was one of the best wheelie riders, it didn’t matter what kind of bike he was on. When he was younger he loved hunting with his pop. He had a great sense of humor, when he loved something before his addiction he put his all into it. Nathan loved riding Harleys. He loved working construction, especially sheet rocking with his father, being on a machine, rough housing with his cousins, and had a beautiful smile and laugh. Before Nathan's addiction took over, he enjoyed his time with his daughters, Nevaeh and Carlee. He was just starting to build a relationship with his son, Jayce. He also enjoyed spending time with his nieces and nephews.
Many loved Nathan, and we will all remember the good memories that came with having him in our lives. We loved Nathan with every fiber of our bodies, but we now know that sometimes it isn't enough as this disease would not let him go until he was gone.
May you go in peace, Nathan. You are now with your Heavenly Father and your tired and relentless struggle is over. You were a wonderful soul who fought a hard battle. We know that your life was not defined by a drug. We will always love you!
Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. A celebration of life will be held in the future for members of his family.
If you are reading this with judgment, educate yourself about this disease, because that is what it is. It is not a choice or a weakness. If you yourself are struggling from addiction, know that every breath is a fresh start. It's never too late.