Actor Nathaniel “Nate” Pelletier, star of Hallmark’s hit TV series “When Calls The Heart,” has tragically died “suddenly,” his family has announced.
Pelletier, who starred alongside Lori Loughlin and Jack Wagner in the show, “passed away suddenly” last month at the age of 53.
According to an obituary released on Thursday night, Pelletier died “suddenly at home.”
His cause of death, however, has not been revealed.
The beloved actor appeared as a taxi driver in multiple episodes of the show.
Aside from starring in the TV series, he was best known as a member of the show’s transportation department.
He was responsible for caring for and driving the show’s old-fashioned vehicles.
He passed away on April 11, in his home in Langley, British Columbia, as marked by his obituary.
Martin Cummins, who plays Henry Gowen in the show, shared an emotional tribute to his co-worker and friend.
“I just came back from a ride on the bike Gord and Nate put together for the girls, and I’m taking shade in Mexico under the awning Nate helped me figure out in the woods near the old cabin,” he began.
“I have spent more hours at work sitting in the blue room, in silence or in conversation with Gord and Nate than I have standing on tape with the camera rolling,” he continued.
“Life is constantly changing.
“Things are never the same.
“The Valley will not be the same without Nathaniel Pelletier.
“He was a gentle soul, and it was my honor to call him friend.”
The show’s production manager, Mike Magnusson, also shared a touching tribute.
“Nate was all heart, a true Unicorn, smashing every 14-hour day with a wide smile & endless cheer for all,” Magnusson said.
“He saw people, and was always there with a kind word.
“He leaves a void of spirit we will not be able to replace.
“Nate, you were one of a kind, and we loved you.
“You will be sorely missed, my friend.”
The official Instagram account for “When Calls the Heart” also shared a tribute.
“The When Calls the Heart family is mourning the loss of a beloved family member, Nathaniel ‘Nate’ Pelletier…we know many #Hearties also had the privilege of meeting Nate at the Hearties Family Reunion,” the post reads.
“He loved interacting with the fans, and he brought so much joy to the day…we’re sending love to all who knew and loved him.
“He will be missed greatly.”
Season 12 of the show finished airing earlier in 2025.
It has officially been renewed for Season 13, but the cast has yet to return to filming for the new season, which will hit TV screens sometime in 2026.
Nate’s obituary attempted to convey his whole life in a paragraph, pointing out that he was especially proud of his daughter, Myhrsades.
“He passed away suddenly on April 11, 2025, alone at home in Langley, BC.
“He was only with us 53 short years, but he touched many lives with his generosity and extraordinary work ethic.
“He was always there to lend a helping hand when needed and most times, before it was asked of him.
“He was charismatic and loved to meet new people, greeting them with his big smile and a warm, hearty handshake,” the obituary continued.
“Nathaniel’s greatest love was his daughter Myhrsades (Murray) Jones, of whom he was so proud.
“He loved to gift her with concert tickets to experience her favourite band or book travel tickets somewhere special.”
The obituary also revealed that Pelletier and his daughter shared a love of music.
“His second greatest love was his work and work-family (especially Gord, Trevor, and Andrew-he fondly referred to as Pikachu) at When Calls the Heart filming location, where he was fondly called Nate (N8),” it reads.
It expressed how much he enjoyed working on set in different roles before going on to reveal that Pelletier “loved to cook and bake cookies and bars, entertain his friends and family, and wrote many poems in his ever so recognizable handwriting.”
It concluded: “His door was always open to all, young and old, and I have often seen him giving a hug over his balcony rail.”
Pelletier is survived by his daughter, brothers, and parents.
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