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Nathan Kershaw Obituary
January 16, 1973 - January 18, 2024
- Nathan, or Nate as he liked to be called, was the 3rd child and first boy born to Samuel H. and Nanalee Kershaw in Mesa, AZ., January 16, 1973. His dad was so happy to have a boy after two girls.
As a child he loved airplanes, going to airshows with his dad and his brothers and participating in anything sports related, and scouting. He also loved Christmas and he would be the first one to the tree on Christmas morning. He collected sports cards and could tell you about any player and their stats. Nate had a loving relationship with his family and enjoyed spending time with his 7 siblings.
Nate graduated from Bingham High School, where he participated on the Cross-country team that took State his senior year. After High School, Nate was called as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in the Utah Jordan River Temple. He loved being a missionary and serving the Savior, Jesus Christ.
Nate was a big BYU fan and would often be found wearing head to toe BYU gear. He was a responsible, hard worker and enjoyed getting to work early, reading his newspaper, and working a full day. He had an infectious smile, a great sense of humor, was a big tease and friendly to everyone he met. He was a pro at navigating the bus system all over the valley. When he wasn't riding the bus, he loved to walk.
He loved his nineteen nieces and nephews and they all loved their uncle Nate. His life has blessed ours and he will be greatly missed, but we take comfort knowing that we will see him again and that families are forever.
Nate is survived by his mother Nanalee Kershaw Gardner and stepfather Ross Gardner; brothers Matthew (Jaime), Seth (Heidi), and Joel; sisters Melissa Glasker (Stephen), Tiffani Thomson (John), Sara Philip (Marvin), and Kelli Veamatahau (Sione); and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his father, Samuel Henry Kershaw and grandparents, Henry G. and Naomi Kershaw and Leon and Betty Aiken.
A viewing will be held at Larkin Sunset Gardens, Friday, January 26, 2024 from 6:00-8:00 PM. Funeral services will be January 27, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the LDS Chapel 89 E. 11000 S. Sandy. Viewing before the service will be from 10:00-10:45 AM at the chapel.
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Patrick Davis, and Jessica Smith
January 30, 2024
He was a great and funny guy. We will always miss him greatly!!!
Chet Fullmer
January 25, 2024
I had the opportunity to work with nate when I was in high school, in the peer tutoring class. Nate was a funny kid. I loved being able to work with him, and was able to take him out on activities after school, such as bowling etc. Although I haven't seen him since high school, I still have good memories of being able to work with him. Condolences to his family.
Mary Agnes and Clare Rager
January 24, 2024
Dear Nan and family, we were sad to hear of your sweet son´s passing. I understand your loss and pray that your sorrow will be softened with the memories of Nat and his life. I appreciated our talks about our children and learning about your family. May the Lord comfort you and console your loss. You are loved.
Kathy Williams
January 24, 2024
Nan - so sorry for the hole Nate's passing will leave in your life. He was a great son, and he filled your life with purpose and love. I miss seeing you at the pool and the temple. You are in my thoughts this week. Celebrate Nate's life! -Kathy
John Elsholz
January 22, 2024
So very sorry to learn of Nate´s passing. Nate and I went to church together for many years, and I can´t recall a time when Nate´s sunny disposition wasn´t the brightest in the room. His smile, his optimism, his sense of humor, and his "goodness" are top of mind for me as I reflect on my time with Nate. He was a wonderful human being. My sincerest condolences to the Kershaw family on Nate´s passing.
Jessie and Danny Horman
January 22, 2024
Sending our deepest condolences to the Kershaw family. We were in the Sandy singles ward with Nate for a few years back in 2004 - 2006 and he was such an incredibly wonderful person. Always smiling, serving, and genuinely caring about everyone he came in contact with. He truly blessed people´s lives, just by knowing him. I have such fond memories of single´s ward activities and always seeing Nate in some capacity or another, lightening anyone´s burdens everywhere he went, with a joke or a story ~ anything to lift their spirits. We´re truly saddened by his passing and are praying for peace for his entire family at this time. He was a sweetheart of a guy and he had a heart of pure gold. Our hearts go out to anyone who knew Nate.
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