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Nathaniel SPELLER Obituary
He joined Cedar Grove Baptist Church, Scotland Neck, N.C., at an early age, later changing his membership to Messiah Baptist Church, Newport News. He was educated in Halifax County Public Schools. He retired from Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company after 30 years of service.
He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Mamie Speller; three daughters, Terri Speller-Dunlap (William), Lisa Speller and Natiyah Speller; two sons, Tracy Speller and Nathaniel Speller Jr.; seven grandchildren, Jayce Moore, Sheikh Graves, Sydney Dunlap, LaKai Dunlap, Tatyana Speller, Teko Dunlap and Tracy Speller Jr.; seven great-grandchildren; one brother, Milton Speller, three sisters, Gwendolyn Person, Geneva Dancey (Thurman), Lucille Speller; eight sisters-in-law; six brothers-in-law; a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
A funeral service will be held at 1p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011, at Zion Baptist Church, Newport News. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be from 1 to 7p.m. Friday at the funeral home and two hours prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the residence by noon on Saturday for the procession to the church.
O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nathaniel SPELLER
Thomas Moss
November 23, 2011
Again,please excuse my delay for not sending this candle out sooner for the
departed (peace and blessing be upon him)
in these last and evil days.
November 20, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of the loss your family has suffered. As always, you and yours remain in my prayers. Sincerely, Nikki Sutton and family (Hamden, CT)
THOMAS MOSS
November 20, 2011
OUR CONDOLENCES TO THE SPELLER FAMILY
DURING THIS DIFFICULT ERA-FROM THE MOSS
FAMILY-IMAN
Stacy Alexander
November 19, 2011
Mrs. Speller, Terri, Lisa, Tracy, Nathaniel, and Aunt Maureen - I was very sad to hear that Mr. Speller passed. My condolences to the family for your loss. I am praying for your hearts to heal from your loss and for God to continue to comfort you and the family. With all my love - Stacy, Willie, and Reginald Alexander
Cheryl Stewart-Craig
November 19, 2011
To the Speller & Dunlap family,
As long as I can remember Blue was a free spirited, kindhearted, happy go lucky man. Nothing could shake ole Blue. He was loved by all. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I know it's hard but hold on to his legacy. Blue lived his life.....his way. I have fund memories of him. I love you all.
November 18, 2011
tonya tyler and family
Rona Todman
November 18, 2011
Too many of you have parted this year alone. "Unc", you, your brothers and sisters (my Uncles, my Aunts and my Mother), will live in my heart for the rest of my life. My condolences go out to my Cousins and family during this most difficult time. I Love You All.
Rodney Womble
November 18, 2011
Please except my deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one. Only god will heal this pain, look only to god!! blessings to you all.
Rodney C. Womble( Danville, Va)
Donna White
November 18, 2011
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one. May you before blessed with his memories.
Paul Stroble
November 18, 2011
May the Lord bless you and keep you during your time of loss.
jeffrey bowen
November 17, 2011
*BLUE WILL LIVE ON THROUGH SO MANY MEMORIES. BLESSINGS TO THE FAMILY
Jonne Hardy-Johnson
November 17, 2011
Terri- I am saddened to hear of the passing of your Father. May the Lord comfort you and your family during this time. My prayers are with you.
THELMA GRANT
November 17, 2011
TO BE ABSENT ON EARTH IS TO BE PRESENT WITH THE LORD YOU WILL TRULY MISSED CUZ, MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY,, GOD BLESS YOU ALL... THELMA GRANT AND FAMILY!!!!
Barbra Bowen
November 17, 2011
To the Speller Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. Just know, "Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal". May God continue to bless you all.
Prayerfully, the Bowen Family
CHO & BARBARA AND THE SLADE FAMILY
November 17, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
STANLEY AND MARY BLAND
November 17, 2011
TERRI DUNLAP AND THE SPELLER FAMILY OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DOING YOUR TIME OF SORROW.
November 17, 2011
our prayers are with you always. Karen and Kenny Martin.
J.R. White
November 17, 2011
Speller Family:
So sorry for the lost of your loved one.
Shian & Thelma Danley
November 17, 2011
Our hearts are with you during this time of sorrow.Continue to keep the faith in God for only he can take care of all the sorrow and needs. With deepest condolences the Danley family.
O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home
November 17, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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