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Nathan Lewis Obituary

Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Friend and Marine. February 1st, 1928- October 13th, 2010 A living legend and hero to all he knew, Nathan lived a full life, surrounded by his family and friends. Born in Oklahoma, Nathan's family moved him to California after the infamous Dust Bowl. In his youth Nathan established a reputation for being a hard worker, trustworthy friend and dedicated Marine. As his family grew, Nathan was a providing father and devoted grandfather, enjoying school sports and spoiling his great-grandchildren. There was never a stranger to him. Whether you knew him or not, Nate was your friend. His heart was genuine and his door was always open. Nathan is preceded in death by his son, Raymond Eugene Lewis and great-grandbaby. He is survived by his loving wife, Norma Lewis, his sons; Roland, Nathan Jr. & Norman, his daughters; Linda, Susan, Sibyl, Diane, and Joyce, along with his 25 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren. The family will hold a viewing at Golble's Fortuna Mortuary on Friday, October 22nd from 9am to 11am, with a graveside service at the Garberville Cemetery at 2pm. His pallbearers will be his son, Norman Lewis, godsons, Steven and John Earley and his grandsons; Troy Lute, Bruce and Joe Mendes, Leonard Ward Jr. and Robbie Kemp with Nathan Lewis Jr., Kenny Bigger Jr. and Rodney Lewis as honorary pallbearers. Following his service will be his memorial at the Garberville VFW Hall. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the High School Sports Program of your choice. All are welcome to celebrate his life. Please sign the guest book at www.Times-Standard.com, click obits.

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Published by Times-Standard from Oct. 19 to Oct. 24, 2010.

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Jill Lee Morris

October 29, 2010

I just found out of Nate's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends. He had hundreds of people who loved him, and he loved them all right back. It would always brightened my day when I would see Nate. Charity, honey a HUGE long Hug to you. Sincerely,

Jeanetty, Nick and Lucy Martinelli

October 28, 2010

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal..
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure..
I love you papa

Pat, Kenny Goff

October 27, 2010

To Nate's family I'm sending my sympathy to all of you from our family and many extended family that has known Nate for many years' he's a person who will never be forgotten for his hard work and love of his family; our thoughts and love are with you all.

Sabrina and Tyson Young

October 27, 2010

We are very sorry to hear about the loss of someone so wonderful. You will be missed!! Our condolences go out to the entire family.

Mara Mendes

October 27, 2010

I'm so lucky to have met Nate in my life time. He was an amazing man, I miss him so much.

Charity Kemp

October 27, 2010

Everything I see reminds me of you and I miss you so much. Thank you for always being there and for being my best friend. You have left a hole in my heart but I will remember all the memories we shared and I will look forward to the day I get to see you again.

Charity Kemp

October 27, 2010

Thank you to everyone for all your love and support for my family during this difficult time. My papa was an amazing man that was loved and respected by all that knew him. Not only did I lose my grandpa but also my hero and my best friend. We will always have a hole in heart now that he is gone. He has left us with so many wonderful memories. I love him so much, he will always be loved and missed but never forgotten.

Thank you,

Lovay Broussard

October 20, 2010

I am so sorry to hear about Nate. He played a big part in the community, and everyone who knew him will miss him very much. He outworked people half his age, and always had such a happy outlook to share.

Suzie & Mike Mendes

October 20, 2010

Dear Norma and Family,

We are so sorry to hear of Nate passing. We dearly loved his smile and the hugs he gave us when we saw each other. We will miss him forever.

With Love, Suzie & Mike Mendes

David&Michelle Bushnell

October 19, 2010

Our prayers are with your family at this hard time..Love, David and Michelle

October 19, 2010

I always liked Nate's company.
Jim Newland,
White Swan, Washington

October 19, 2010

Norma and family you are in my thoughts at this time of great sorrow .
Nate was one of the best. You couldn't ask for a better friend. He had some great buddies that cared a lot for him....
Always Juanita Lyons

Char Lewis Grant

October 19, 2010

Dear Norma and family,
I am so very sorry , Nathan was a wonderful person and a friend to all.
We will all miss his great gardens..
He would get up each morning and go out into the woods and cut one or two cords of wood and come home with a big smile on his face...
As he started slowing down he would go out and cut one half cord...
He would always come to all Cy's basketball games down there and came to Cy's High School Graduation... He said, " for Brother Mike"
Love you,
Char Lewis Grant

Pam Lockhart

October 19, 2010

Norma and Family,
Sorry for your loss Nate will always be remebered, and never forgotten.
Dave and Pam Lockhart

Whit Lewis

October 19, 2010

Dear Norma & Family - So sorry to hear of Nate's passing. Wish I could be there. I'm hoping to make a trip to Humboldt Co. in the Spring, after the snow here is gone. We send our prayers and condolences.

Cynthia Coffer

October 19, 2010

Dearest Aunt Norma Sue and Family!
My deepest most heartfelt condolences go to all of you. Uncle Nate was a treasure. My fondest and funniest memory of him was driving up your challenging driveway while he had been trying for some time to corral some cows. I felt so bad when they scattered at hearing the car. Uncle Nate threw his hands in the air and said, "Oh well, I guess I'll have to do this another time." I would be at the service but I'll be out of town. All my love to you. Cynthia(and Rex)

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