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Nelson Rath Obituary
He was a CPA and a member of St. Lukes' Episcopal Church, serving as parish treasurer in the past. Most recently Nelson was employed as administrative manager and treasurer of Jaguar Clubs of North America. He was an avid car enthusiast, a scuba diver and underwater photographer, world traveler and excellent chef.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Nancy; sons, Mark Allen (Jessica) and David Clifton Rath (Heather); and granddaughter, Elena Bayley Rath.
His funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at St. Lukes' Episcopal Church, 1206 Maple Lane, Anchorage. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. at Pearson Ratterman Brothers Funeral Home 12900 Shelbyville Road.
Expressions of sympathy may be made in lieu of flowers, to the Episcopal Church Home Scholarship Fund.
Nelson was deeply loved by his family, cherished by his large circle of dear friends, and will be much missed.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nelson Rath
JACNY
September 26, 2010
Everyone at The Jaguar Association of Central New York would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Rath family in this time of need. Our thoughts and prayers are with yours.
September 25, 2010
Nancy and family,
Becky and I were shocked and saddened to hear of Nelsons passing. We will always remember the great relationship and friendship we enjoyed. Our trips to England and Bermuda with the CJC will always be fond memories and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this trying time. Please keep in touch now and then and we will always keep you in our prayers.
Dave & Becky Eckrote ( Kernersville, NC)
My friend, Nelson Rath. Denver AGM, 2009
Ginger Corda
September 24, 2010
I would also like to add my heartfelt sympathies to Nancy and all of Nelson's family and loved ones.
We became buddies through JCNA gatherings and enjoyed many interesting discussions (like scuba diving in Bonaire). For several years Nelson has been a steady, loyal, and dependable force in JCNA ... and lots of fun. Quick with a smile and a laugh, he was a kind and gentle spirit and I will miss him. I'm posting a few pictures of fond memories, and will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Nelson relaxing at the AGM in Denver after a very long day of meetings.
Ginger Corda
September 24, 2010
Nels checks out the 1933 Austin Bantam at Cussler Collection
Ginger Corda
September 24, 2010
Enjoying some BBQ while at Clive Cussler's collection - AGM Denver
Ginger Corda
September 24, 2010
We endured hard work with a smile... 2009 AGM - Denver
Ginger Corda
September 24, 2010
D Miller
September 23, 2010
My sincerest condolences go to you and your family. I have only known you and your family for a few years, and was stunned to hear of Nelson's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
David Miller
Sherman D and Camellia Taffel
September 22, 2010
Nancy & Family: I am still stunned and 'in shock' concerning Nelson's passing. He was very helpful to me always. I first knew of Nelson's work within JCNA as a member of the Nation's Capital Jaguar Owners Club, years before Camellia & I met him when I joined the JCNA Board. He helped innumerable Jaguar club members & enthusiasts over the years and will be deeply missed.
Nelson's participation in our club's 50th Anniversary in 2006 was very meaningful to our members. Nelson and I had many in-depth conversations over the yearsrelated to JCNA events & programs, as well as 'issues of life'; our last conversations very recently while on your "Alaskan cruise'. I will miss Nelson's counsel and friendship. I will always cherish his memory. Our deepest condolences.
Dan Lokun
September 22, 2010
Mr. Rath was gentleman and it was my pleasure and privilege to deal with him through JCNA. He will be missed greatly by many.
Deborah Wade
September 22, 2010
Nancy- Dee and I will be holding you in our hearts and in our prayers during this time of grief and loss. What a sweet man Nelson was. He always greeted us with a smile and a sparkle in his eye when all us girls arrived at your home for book club. We will all miss him!
Tom Krefetz
September 21, 2010
In getting to know Nelson through JCNA over the years he has always been a great person to talk with and had a positive attitude towards life and helping to make situations good. He was always easy to get along with and I never heard him complain. He will be missed as a friend. My deepest condolences to Nancy and his family.
September 21, 2010
To the Nelson Rath family, "Pamela and I offer our deepest condolences". We had the pleasure of knowing both Nelson and Nancy way back BK, before kids, when life sometimes evolved around convertibles, gull wings, and musicals. But then our children's interests sorta led us apart. Yet, since they shared the same birthday, Pamela always called Nelson on that day to check up on family, etc., and to say "hello". Nelson was such a kind, interesting, and fun person to be around. This is such a shock. Take care, David McAlister
September 21, 2010
By mail from Houston we received the sad news of the death of Nelson. As he was visiting us we shared so good moments and he will stay in our minds forever. Our deepest condolences.
Liliane et Claude - Strasbourg - France
Cameron Buckley
September 21, 2010
I take piano lessons with Mrs. Rath. Every time I would walk into her house I was greeted by this nice, jovial man. He would always let the dog out so me and my sister could pet it before and after lessons while he and my dad talked about the latest events. He was a great man and it was always a pleasure to see him. I speak for my whole family when I say he will be dearly missed. We love you Mrs. Rath and I look forward to our next lesson. My Family and I's condolences Cameron Buckley
Cameron Buckley
September 21, 2010
I have been taking piano lessons with Mrs. Rath for at least 6 years now. Every Sunday I walk in only to be greeted by this nice, jovial man. He would always let the dog out so me and my sister could play with it before and after lessons, as well as always conversing with our dad about the latest events. I have only fond memories of him as he was a kind hearted, easy going person to me and my family. I speak for my whole family when I say we will miss him dearly. He was great and I will continue to look forward to my lessons on Sunday with Mrs. Rath.
Sincerely, Cameron Buckley
Hunter Morris
September 21, 2010
Very sorry to hear about this, Mr. Rath was a great next door neighbor for many years and was always very hospitable to me while I was growing up.
September 21, 2010
Nelson was my go to guy for all things JCNA. I will miss him. My heart felt condloences to Nancy and the family.
John Falco
JCOF
Mark Stephenson
September 21, 2010
I've known Nelson from Jaguar events over the last decade. I don't think I ever saw him without a smile and never heard a cross word. He was a great guy and will be missed. Heartfelt condolences to his family.
Mark Stephenson
Andrea St. Gelais
Jaguar Club of Central Arizona
Mike Cook
September 21, 2010
Nelson and I became good friends over the years. I was very fortunate to have had an enjoyable conversation with him only two weeks ago. He was sharp, funny and a joy to spend time with. My deepest sympathy to Nancy and the family.
September 21, 2010
I have dealt with Nelson through JCNA since 2005.Always a pleasure. I finally got to meet him at the Pittsburg JCNA AGM in 2008. A true gentleman,very easy going. My thoughts and prayers are with his family , my deepest condolences.
Lee Harrington
Membership Director
Ottawa Jaguar Club
Ottawa Ontario
Canada
Daniel Thompson
September 21, 2010
I had the pleasure of working alongside Nelson at JCNA during the first half of this decade. I always found him to be a dedicated, hard working, caring and sincere person who was just plain fun to be around. It certainly helped that he was a car enthusiast like me! He was a great guy and will be missed. My condolences to his family and to his extended family and friends in the car hobby universe.
Patrick Mcload
September 21, 2010
I don't recall ever having the pleasure of meeting Nelson, though I'm sure I must have over the decades of my involvement with JCNA, He was always friendly and eager to help whenever I contacted him about something official. What a great guy....I'm sure I would have liked him as a neighbor. He will be sadly missed, and my condolences to the family.
Patrick McLoad
Jag Club of Houston
September 21, 2010
To the Nelson Rath family: We will all share in your loss.
James W. Kuhlmann
JCOF
David Klabunde
September 21, 2010
My deepest sympathies to the family.
Dave Klabunde
Jaguar Associates Group
Brenda Soussan
September 21, 2010
To Nelson's family
I never met Nelson but enjoyed a friendship with him through phone lines and our shared love of JCNA. He was always a gentleman and helpful with all my needs concerning Jaguar events. I will miss our conversations.
My deepest condolences
Brenda Soussan
Lou Kairys
September 21, 2010
I knew Nels for many years. I met him at an JCNA AGM, and we sat ant talked. Later as President of the Jaguar Club of Florida, I worked closely with him. Even further down the line as the Membership Liaison Chair, then the JCOF char and a Board of Directors member, I worked even closer with him. Every time we met in person, we would sit down and talked. I considered him a Friend and I believe he though the same of me. I will miss him\
September 21, 2010
We were very sorry to hear about Nelson. He was a long-time JCNA member and his contribution to the organization will be remembered. We will miss him as a friend.
Bryan and Candy Williams
Jaguar Club of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
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