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Nathaniel Lawson Obituary
The day before the World Trade Center was attacked, Nathaniel Lawson called his sister, Betty Moore, excited to tell her about his new cable television service. "He wanted to be able to watch the Knicks and other games, and to watch the gospel shows," said his niece and Mrs. Moore's daughter, Brenda Weaver.
Mr. Lawson, 61, was a waiter and cook for Forte Food Service, and had been transferred to the World Trade Center just three months before. It was a heady experience for a man who was born and raised in Georgia in a family of 19 children. "He was a very spiritual man," Ms. Weaver said. "He always kept a smile. And he was helpful. Anytime you would call to talk to him about a problem, he was always willing to give good advice and willing to pray with you about anything that was bothering you."
Mr. Lawson lived alone in a tidy apartment in Flatbush, Brooklyn. His grown daughter, Pamela, lives in Germany. He was close to his sister Betty. "For my mother, it's like losing another half of her," Ms. Weaver said.
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Mari F.
September 11, 2021
You will never be forgotten, Nathaniel. God bless your loved ones and your memory.
A Canadian
January 15, 2020
Sorry you died at the world trade center.
ness weaver
September 10, 2014
Hey unk .... Another year went by n it never gets easy for me .... I miss u unk
Sierra Pemberton
September 4, 2014
I never knew who you were and I don't know your family but my name is Sierra and my school, Civic Memorial High School, is having a memorial for you and everyone else that gave the ultimate sacrifice on that tragic day. I would like to inform the family so you may attend the event and know that we will never forget. The memorial will be held at Civic Memorial High School in Bethalto, Illinois. We hope you join us but understand if you can't. God bless you and your family and thank you for your sacrifice.
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S J. Friscia III
May 1, 2014
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
ness Weaver
July 8, 2013
A day never goes by when we don't miss you. You always made me smile with a smile of your own. I miss u uncle Nate and I love you sooooooo much. My mom Brenda your niece said she loves you u 2.the family misses you and my grandma your sister Betty is still your other half even tho ur gone but not forgotten.... Love you uncle nate
July 18, 2011
Was Mr. Lawson a descendant of the late Bishop R. C. Lawson and the late Mother Carrie Fields Lawson?
Yelene Adams
September 13, 2010
Uncle Nate, although it has been nine years since you have departed this life, I still feel like you will show up at a family reunion. For someone like you who lived their life for the Lord, I know that you are with the Him in heaven. I know you made it, I feel in my heart that you didn't feel any pain September 11,2001. I miss you so much, and in order for us to meet on that beautiful shore, I'll keep seeking the face of the Lord so that I am sure to make it into the Holy Kingdom.
P Tabbernor
December 4, 2006
In remembrance....
Kristine
November 10, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
iris lawson
September 23, 2002
Sorry for your loss but just as Nathaniel would read in the Scriptures do not lose hope for god assures "that those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good to a resurrection of life . . . " John 5:28,29
Angie Campbell
May 3, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over the family and friends that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in peace forever more.
February 19, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS SPIRITUAL MAN NATHANIEL LAWSON AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY...DAUGHTER AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY JESUS AND ALL HIS SAINTS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN..AMEN
Maurice Franks
February 11, 2002
I am sorry to hear of your lost. We thank God we shall see him again
Pastor Franks
Teresa Jahn
December 26, 2001
We are deeply sorry for your loss of Nathaniel. May his life and love live on in those who love him. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
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