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Robert Nathan Obituary

NATHAN, Robert "Nate" July 2, 2009 in Randolph, formerly of Mission Hill. Beloved wife and best friend of Deborah Nathan. Father of Baka, Kadiji, Syiara, Starr, Parris, Knyle, and Kairo. Grandfather of Jadyn and Tama. Son of Osceola Brown Nathan and the late Ralph Nathan. Brother of Natalie Nathan. He also leaves a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Services Friday 11 a.m. at Union United Methodist Church, 485 Columbus Ave., Boston. Interment Oaklawn Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Davis Funeral Home, 89 Walnut Ave., ROXBURY. To send a sympathy message to the family please visit davisfuneralhomeboston.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 7 to Jul. 9, 2009.

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Alex Bowen

July 1, 2021

I will always remember and miss you. My friend, My brother of over 50yrs R.I.P. Alex & Nita

Group of 10 Memorial Trees

Ralph H Elliott

Planted Trees

ERNESTINE MASON

July 21, 2009

Life
I lived my life,
The way I wanted,
IT WAS MY LIFE.

I composed my own lyrics,
And sang a different tune.

I choreographed the moves,
in sync with the rhythms of my life.
I HEARD A DIFFERENT DRUMMER.

Celebrate the authenticity of my life,
think of me when you rejoice in the rhythms of your own life.

Feel the pulsations, share your joy,
And live in the moment.
Now is the only time we have.

I LOVED LIFE.

written in memory of Robert G. Nathan

1945 - 2009
Ernestine Mason

Rest in peace Nathan, you will truly be missed.

July 16, 2009

Nathan will always hold a special place in my heart for he was quite a special friend to me. Deb, you and the children will always be thought of in a most caring and loving way because you too are special to me. May my prayers and those of others continue to uplift and strenghten you.
Chris Hill

Phyliss Raynor

July 14, 2009

Nathan was a great friend to my brother James and to our family. We are all very sad to hear of his passing. Best wishes to his family who I had the pleasure of meeting several years ago in downtown Boston (Copley Square). It was quite a coincidence because just hours before Jimmy had been playing a home video of Nathan's children who I recognized when I saw them in Copley Square. Robert, Rest in Peace!

Ralph Elliott

July 14, 2009

My prayers are with Debbie and the Nathan Family. Robert was more my big brother than cousin. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Ralph

Loretta Perry

July 13, 2009

Iam so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family Loretta Perry

Anne Doucet

July 9, 2009

Deb,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family right now. We are so sorry for your loss.

Doucet Family

Jim Nicholson

July 9, 2009

Dear Deb and family,

Since hearing of Robert's passing this morning, you have been part of all my thoughts throughout the day.I feel sad for the loss of this good man, your husband and father and always sensed his love and caring for you all in the times that we met.

Condolences and prayers are sincerely offered by me and of all your friends and colleagues at the Edison, many of whom I have spoken to today.

Todd Brennan

July 9, 2009

Deb,
So sorry for your loss. From my family to yours, please accept our condolences.

Helen Showard

July 9, 2009

Our hearts go out to you and your family. Put your trust in the Lord, He will bring you through

Showard family (Mission Hill)

Sandy Whatley

July 9, 2009

We're very sad that Robert passed away and please accept our condolences and knock on our door if you need anything.
- Sandy, Cathy, Jamie and Emma Whatley

Saundra Coaxum

July 9, 2009

Deb,

Please accept my condolences for your entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of loss.

Melissa Fontana

July 9, 2009

Deb, I'm so sorry. Please let me know if there is anything you need or anything we can do to help during this difficult time, don't hesitate to call for anything at all. You are all in the thoughts and prayers of me and my family. I love you!

Alex & Nita Bowen Jr

July 9, 2009

Debbie, Nita and I were so sorry to hear that Robert (Nate) had passed away. Robert was more than my friend, he was part of my family since childhood. I will miss Nate dearly, and there will always be a place in my heart that is empty because of his passing.We wish you and your family our condolences during this time of sorrow and grief. Go with God Robert, "Goodbye My Brother"

James Clarke

July 8, 2009

Nate rest in peace you were a good friend while I was growing up in Boston God blesses you and your family.

Cliff Bice

July 7, 2009

Debbie, please know how sorry Annette and I were to hear of your loss. We really felt he was a great man and husband.Our prayers are with you and your family.
Your cousin, Butch

Liz Bowen-Boyd

July 7, 2009

Our prayers to the Nathan family in their time of sorrow. Robert will be greatly missed by so many. We will keep you all in our prayers and God bless and keep all of you during this time of grief.

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