Supporting Nicholas & Kirstin in Memory of Baby Kolter Lew

On September 27, 2025, Nicholas and Kirstin’s world changed forever when they welcomed their precious son, Kolter Lew Stricklan, into the world and into the arms of angels. Though his time here was brief, Kolter’s life has left a lasting imprint of love on all who awaited his arrival.

No parent should ever have to experience the loss of their child. In addition to their grief, Nicholas and Kirstin now face unexpected financial burdens from medical expenses, funeral costs, and time away from work to grieve and heal.

We are asking family, friends, and our community to come together to support them during this unimaginable time. Any amount, no matter how small, will help ease the weight of these expenses so they can focus on honoring Kolter’s memory and finding strength in each other.

If you are unable to give, please consider sharing this page and keeping Nicholas, Kirstin, and their families in your thoughts and prayers.

Kolter’s name means “bearing victory,” and while his life was short, his story is one of love, strength, and the unbreakable bond of family. May we carry his light forward together.

With love and gratitude,

The Stricklan and Sparks families