1935 ~ 2020
Nathan "Nate" Wilford Aiken, 84, passed away very peacefully May 5, 2020, surrounded by his loving family, at his home in South Jordan, Utah. He was born December 30, 1935 in Bingham, Utah to Wilford Henry Aiken and Ebba Juliet Stevens. Nate attended Granite High School and graduated from Olympus High School, Class of 1954. He then went on to further his education at the University of Utah and served 5 ½ years in the Air National Guard.
Nate married his high school sweetheart, Nancy Lee Woodhead, on March 8, 1956 in the Salt Lake Temple where they were sealed together for time and all eternity.
He learned to work hard in his youth and carried that with him throughout his entire life. He worked in the grocery store business, in real estate as a Realtor, and finally in what he liked to call long term real estate sales.
Nate loved spending time with his family and they all have cherished memories of the time spent together. Nate was a great friend and loved by many. He was also an avid Utes fan and passed that passion on to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
As an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he served in many callings, including working with the youth, Bishopric, leadership mission, and Branch Presidency in two different long-term care facilities.
Nate is survived by: his beloved wife, Nancy; Son, Gregory (Sara) and daughters Linda, Pam Tucker, and Marce (Chris) Sorensen; brother Tracy (Beverly); 17 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Gene, his sweet daughter Carrie, and one granddaughter.
The family expresses their gratitude to the nurses, techs, and staff at Intermountain Medical Center Dialysis Services for their years of care.
A special thank you to Canyon Home Care and Hospice for their loving service.
Graveside services will be held on Friday, May 8, 2020 at 12:00pm at Valley View Memorial Park, 4400 West 4100 South, West Valley City, Utah.
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Published by Deseret News on May 7, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Nathan Aiken

9 Entries

Marlene Rumel Huckabay

May 1, 2025

Seems Nate was a good friend all my childhood. We went to Madison, Central,Granite and Olympus schools. He Keith Humphreys me and Diane Lloyd always buddies.
I am sure his family misses him more every year.. blessings to you all. Marlene Rumel Huckabay

May 13, 2020

Dear Nancy and family,
I knew Nate from about second grade on, Haven, Madison, Central Jr, Granite and last Olympus.
What a great fun guy. Always upbeat and happy with a big smile. We were always buddies along with Keith, Diane.

My deepest sympathy to you and you family, I hope you are all doing well and you especially Nancy.
I do not get to SL often and now with our current world situation not sure when.

Blessings to you all,

Most sincerely,
Marlene Rumel Huckabay
Moab Utah

Roxane Kogianes

May 12, 2020

So sorry for your loss. I met Nate while working for Intermountain Dialysis. He was so kind and appreciative of the care I gave him. He loved his family and he would light up when he spoke of them. I am grateful for the opportunity I had to rub shoulders with such a great man. My prayers are with your family at this time.

Roxane Kogianes

Weston Killpack

May 12, 2020

Nancy, Lois and I have just learned of Nate's passing and send our sincere condolences to you. We will always appreciate our association as neighbors, and particularly the time that I spent with Nate when we were home teaching companions. We had some long and meaningful talks that I will always treasure. We each send our love to you. Weston & Lois Killpack

Laurie Carlson

May 10, 2020

I enjoyed working with Nate at Valley View. Condolences and prayers to your family.

Cary Nichols

May 8, 2020

Cary and I are so glad we got to reconnect with you after being in the same ward again. We love you and hope you can find peace in many good memories.

May 8, 2020

Nate was a wonderful friend and counselor to me as a new young Bishop. He loved everyone and always had a smile in any situation.
We will miss him.
Lorin and Mary Ann Moench

julie bagley

May 7, 2020

Nate was a positive influence in my life. He was a force for good among all of us who had the chance to associate with him during our childhoods. He was a great friend to my parents Judy and Cal and I send Judy's love to Nancy.

Rosemary Bennett

May 7, 2020

I'm so sorry for the loss of such a kind and gentle man. I first met him at Utah Dialysis and really enjoyed visiting him and Nancy as they came in for dialysis. My heart goes out to you, his amazing family for your loss. My prayer is that your wonderful memories will soften your sorrows and bring you peace.

with much love,
Rosemary Bennett

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