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Natividad "Nate" Cavazos

Natividad Cavazos Obituary

Cavazos, Natividad "Nate"
65, of Mesa, AZ passed away on October 6, 2009. Nate spent his career as a fuel truck driver who was very proud of his career and his truck. He is survived by his beloved wife of 23 years Tamara Cavazos, daughter Teresa Harris, sons Nate B. (Darina) Cavazos, Vincent Cavazos, Nate Cavazos III, Timothy James (Erika) Lillo and Kenneth Allen Lillo; sister Dominga Helen Sanchez; brothers Isidro (Grace) Cavazos; grandchildren Melanie, Nicole, Delila, Katrina, Doemonique, Daniele, James and Kooper and 12 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his brothers Filiberto and Pedro Cavazos. A visitation will be held on Saturday, October 10 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm with a funeral service to follow at Mariposa Gardens Cemetery Chapel 6747 E Broadway Rd, Mesa. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Gilbert 4595 E. Olive Ct, Gilbert, AZ 85234. Arrangements entrusted to Mariposa Gardens (480) 830-4422

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Oct. 9, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Natividad Cavazos

24 Entries

Annie Simonton

November 11, 2009

May Nate rest in his deserved peace. A kind man who fought long and hard to continue his life on Earth with us and will now look down upon us from Heaven to comfort and protect his beloved. I am honored to have known him!

Jim & Sheila Sholtis

November 8, 2009

There's no words to describe how special Nater was to us. It is so hard being so far away and not having the time that we would like to have had with him but the time that we had gave us lots of special memories to keep in our hearts for always. We will miss hearing "Aloha cousin" whenever we call and our trips to Arizona will never be the same. We love Nate so very much and it's hard to let go but we know he's in a better place and he is no longer suffering. We will miss him but he will always be with us in heart. :(

Irma Brandt

November 7, 2009

Tammy and Family,
My heart and prayers go out to all of you. I only knew Nate a short time, but it was enough to see what a loving and caring man he was. I know he will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. God's peace and comfort be with you.

Amado de Leon

November 7, 2009

Rest in Peace, Uncle Nate. You will be missed. I will always remember the good times we had.

Maggie de Leon

November 7, 2009

Uncle Nate was always fun to be around and created such a welcoming environment anytime he was around. People truly enjoyed his presence and I only remember happy times being with him. His positive outlook will be missed, and that is how I'll remember him. I pray for Aunt Tammy and know he'll be watching over her.

November 7, 2009

Tammy, You have gone throug so much. My condolences go out to you and your family. Nate was a special person and I enjoyed working with him over the years. I will remember all the good times and laughs.
Doug Snyder

November 6, 2009

Tammy, TJ, Kenny and James my heart goes out to all of you. Nate was such a "special" person and loved very dearly by everyone who knew him. There is a special place in my heart for him. He was a wonderful brother-in-law (I couldn't have asked for any better). He was truly a friend as well as great listener. His humor, laughter and smile were his trademarks. From the first time I met him, I knew I was going to like him. I've been told by friends that Nate was a man very much like my father. I adore and love my father very much. I am glad that others saw the similarity between them. I will miss Nate, but I know he will always be with us, with all of us. Memories will keep us close to him, always........Anna Neiswanger

Erowyn Symolon

November 6, 2009

Nate was one of the most patient and wonderful men I have ever known. I will cherish the memories I have, and miss him dearly. He will always remain in my heart, as will his family.

November 6, 2009

"Tammy and Family, Nate was an amazing and strong man! His sweet smile and disposition will be sincerely missed! Just remember in your heart, that his spirit will be with you every day to help guide you through your journey in life. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you every day as you cope with your great loss.

Love, Arnold, Mary Jo and Stacy

November 6, 2009

A great brother-in-law. A greater friend. I will miss him.

Donald Neiswanger
Chicago IL.

Bob, Janet, Kristin & Robert Nichols

November 1, 2009

Tammy,

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Nate, our beloved friend. Our fondest memory of Nate is his beautiful smile and his joyful laughter.We will always remember the wonderful times we shared together
during your visits to our home during the Thanksgiving Holidays. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. We are here for you.
With love and deepest sympathies.

Jennifer Day

November 1, 2009

Tammy, T.J., Kenny, & James-
Although Nate is no longer with us during this journey called life, he will always remain with us through his memory & spirit. Nate was one of the most kind & caring men I have ever known. I am so grateful that I had the pleasure of having him in my life. Just know that he loved & cared for you all so deeply & he was loved & cared for by so many. Nate will never be forgotten. He is a very special angel to watch over you all, who is now at peace. I love you all and hope that GOD gives you the strength to get through each day until you can be together eternally.

October 25, 2009

Tammy and Family-
Nate was one of the most care and respectfull people I have ever known. He had a great spirit and I was blessed to have had the chance to share a part of my journey with him. I pray that as time passes the lost of Nate will be less painful and you find comfort in the fact that he made a difference in this world and we were able to be a part of that. I will be here if you ever need anything Danielle Driscoll

October 22, 2009

Tammy and Family,
This planet just became a little less nicer. Nate was one of a kind and will be missed dearly. Know that you will see him again, that is God's promise to us. I will pray that He gives you strength to make each day a little easier.

Nancy Smith

Jackie Ray, Tammie, Trey, & Katie Earwood

October 22, 2009

Tammy & Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Nate's passing.. Nate was such a good guy he had the best smile he lit up the room. You are in our thoughts and prayers always and we love you all very much...

Yancy Neiswanger

October 21, 2009

To Aunt Tammy, Family and Friends of my Uncle Nate... The memories I have of Uncle Nater are fond and so fresh as if my time spent with him and the relationship I had were just here yesterday. Unfortunately... Yesterday is all we have now of my Uncle Nate. However, Yesterday is something of an inspiration that I have been Blessed with from such an AMAZING Man. I will hold and harness in my heart forever the Love, Kindness, Compassion, Patience, and Caring Qualities that came so naturally from my Uncle Nate. Just being around him would inspire me to be like him... A Mentor... Someone to look up to (even though he wasn't very tall)but a GIANT of a human being that GOD has Blessed us all with. You will always be in my heart, my thoughts, and in my prayers Uncle Nate. I will miss you until it is my turn to come and visit you on a more permanent basis. My Inspiration... My Hero... My Uncle Nate...

October 21, 2009

Tammy,
Nate was the best. He will always be with us in our hearts. We will always keep him in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim and Diana

October 21, 2009

Dear Tammy & Family, We will miss Nate greatly, he will always be remembered in our thoughts & prayers.
Wayne & Terrie Bulvan (Crest Hill, Il.)

Ron & Susan Stauffer

October 21, 2009

Tam...our favorite Cousin...we would have loved to be there with you but Susan had a very bad cold and thought she shouldn't fly or spread it around. You know how we felt about Nate and the super times we had here in Ohio with you two. Actually the best times we ever had. We will pray for your adjustment, I know it will be rough.

Delila perez

October 9, 2009

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Nicole Perez

October 9, 2009

Grandma Tammy I am sorry I WAS UNABLE to attend Grandpa's funeral. Your in my thoughts, and prayers. My grandpa was a very good man. He will be missed.

October 9, 2009

Tammy and family,
I was so sad to hear about Nate. I will always remember how easy going and what a great person he was. We all have wonderful memories of him and will cherish those times always. Our deepest sympathies. Dan and Roberta Stowe

Gina Romero

October 9, 2009

To my very dear friend Tammy, TJ, Kenny, James and all of the wonderful friends and family that constantly surrounded Nate:

I know that I don't have to tell you all about what a truly inspirational and remarkable person that Nate was. You all are aware of this and that is why he had such a wonderful circle of support. He fought his battle with cancer so valiantly and quietly and I know he did it all so that he could share more time with all of you here. Although he did have to ultimately leave us, there is no doubt that he has left behind quite a legacy that will live on forever. We will all continue our support of working with the American Cancer Society to eradicate this disease in our lifetime. Our Relay For Life team will continue to honor him year after year and keep up the fight-- battling with the same strength and determination that Nate did!

We were all so truly blessed to have had Nate in our lives and I thank you for sharing him with all of us..... I'm going to believe that Nate left us to deliver a load that was needed up North -- and God hired the most competent driver he could find!

Sherri Williams-Bock

October 9, 2009

Tammy & Family,

My deepest sympathy to you & yours. Nate was a terrific person & will always be remembered fondly.

God Bless!

Sherri Williams Bock & Family

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