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Nathan Prusan Obituary
January 28, 1920 - September 22, 2010
Nathan Prusan, born January 28, 1920 to Max and Mary Prusansky in Brooklyn New York, died September 22, 2010, Erev Sukkot, in Henderson, Nevada. On his 90th birthday, due to the care and devotion of Lilian, his wife, of 59 years, his extended family celebrated their beloved elder. He was the loving husband, father, grandfather, and uncle to a beautiful next generation and was fondly thought of by countless friends. Nate was the father of Jody and Peretz (Rebecca); and grandfather of Leora, Avital, and Noah. He also is survived by adoring sisters, Shirley (Nat z''l), Lilli (Al z''l), and Leona (Sol); and was the brother-in-law of Ruth (z''l) and (Larry z''l), and Stanley (Adele); and he is Uncle Nat to Susan (Eli z''l), Carole (Mel), Larry (Barbara), Roger (Fran), Rob, Ken (Felicia), Gary (Debbie), Robert, Lynn (Bill), Donna (Charlie), and Hillary (Michael).
Nate proudly served in the US Navy on the USS Idaho during WWII. A celebrated neon glass bender, he illuminated our lives both in works of art and in our hearts.
With Lilian, he enjoyed musical performances and supported many artists in their quest for recognition. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, October 10, at University Synagogue in Los Angeles.
Donations in Nate's memory may be made to the Associates for Breast & Prostate Cancer Studies (323-904-4400).
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Memories and Condolences
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Karen Prince (Shmulewitz)
June 17, 2011
So sad to hear about Nate. Although I never met him he was a childhood friend of my dad's, SOL SHMULEWITZ, and when my dad passed this past April we tried to look Nate up.
Our condolences to you and your entire family.
Karen Prince (Sol's daughter) and the Shmulewitz Family
January 24, 2011
Dear Lillian:
So sorry to hear of Nathan's passing!!
I enjoyed working with him at EAC and will miss him!!
Love, Kathy Depp
Judy, Gary and Daniel Grossman
October 10, 2010
Dear Peretz and Family,
We know that your blessed and loving memories will sustain you through this time of sadness.
Our thoughts and love are with you all.
Meredith
October 4, 2010
Nathan was plainly and simply, sweet. His smile and inquisitiveness and great stories always brought me joy. The smile in his eyes is reflected perfectly in Jody. Lillian, your sense of love, family and celebrating milestones for your loved ones inspires all who know you. Nathan was blessed with a loving and dedicated family. My condolences to the Prusan family.
September 29, 2010
For Jody -- My deepest sympathy and empathy for this great loss to you and your family. Although it's been years since we were teens at school together, our souls are eternal and I am thinking and pray for you and your family at this time. I can see how you are your father's daughter. Pam Nemeth
Carole and Mel Friedland
September 28, 2010
Nathan was such a wonderful man and talented artist. He was always so sweet and kind. Lilian you brought so much music and wonderful friends into his life and your devotion and efforts got him to his 90th. Much love,Carole and Mel
September 27, 2010
Lilian, we're very sorry to hear of Nathan's death. You have been such a sweet and loving wife. We so enjoyed our little bit of shared time with him and you. We think of you often, Love, Candy and Dean Delleney
September 27, 2010
Now, more than ever, we are so proud to have shared Nathan's memorable 90th birthday. We still talk about the Boy Scout's tribute, and who can forget your welcoming and supportive family?
Our hearts and prayers are with you, Lilian, and your family. You all have so much to be proud of.
With love,
Madeline & Rodger Gobel
Astoria, Oregon
Karen Joeckle
September 27, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Hoping that memories of happier times bring you comfort.
Fran Fine
September 26, 2010
I never got an opportunity to meet Nate, but his lovely wife, Lillian, has been in our thoughts and prayers for many months while she cared for her life partner and husband. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Lillian, and your entire family. What a wonderful life he lived and what a fabulous support system he had.
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