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Nathaniel Webb Obituary
In the garden was an apple tree, and they were forbidden to eat of the fruit of that tree.
Nathaniel Webb and his cousins picked his grandfather's still-green apples anyway.
When the old man saw that the apples were missing he demanded to know who had disobeyed him. "We didn't tell the truth," said Delores Matthews, Mr. Webb's cousin. "But when he was cornered, Nathaniel always got teary-eyed and told the truth. Then we all got punished, but he never did."
From that almost biblical beginning, Mr. Webb remained on the side of authority for the rest of his life. He was a Port Authority police officer for 28 years and, said Mrs. Matthews, "he was always trying to keep everyone else on the straight and narrow."
His friends and colleagues knew Officer Webb as a righteous and generous man. He took care of his housebound mother, stopping in several times a week to spend time with her. Sometimes, when a few officers went out for drinks or dinner after work, he would pick up the tab.
Officer Sharon Feoktistov, who worked with Officer Webb at the Holland Tunnel, said that once when she was stuck in Brooklyn with a flat tire, he drove from his home in Jersey City just to sit with her and wait for the tow truck. "And the thing was," she said, "I didn't even have to ask."
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Jennifer Hannigan
September 11, 2023
Today is the 22nd year anniversary of the terrorist attack that took Nathaniel Webb from his loved ones. At a Silent Walk in remembrance of this tragic day, I was given a tag with this name and a request to pray and walk for him. I am thrilled to find I have the privilege of praying for a heroic policeman from the Port Authority. May you rest in peace Nathaniel Webb.
Ezra Webb
October 25, 2014
I was in New York for business and was fortunate to be walking by the memorial. After taking it all in, I looked down and there was Nathaniel Webb's name. Of all the places I could have stopped, this is where The Lord led me. God bless you and your family. I am proud to share your name.
Angela Webb
September 11, 2014
As I had not the opportunity to keep in touch with this side of the family, I was humbled to hear about being related to a godly man. Not a day goes by that this tragic day is not embedded in our hearts and minds. I am very honored to carry the Webb name and especially honored to know we had a hero in our family. God bless you and all others who selflessly gave their lives for our freedom.
Deanne Caspari
September 11, 2011
Today is the 10 year anniversary of the terrorist attack that took Nathaniel Webb from his loved ones. At our church service today I was given a flag with this name and a request to pray for him. I hoped to learn a bit about Nathaniel and am thrilled to find I have the privilege of praying for a heroic policeman from the Port Authority. As I read the wonderful tributes written by his family and friends I feel honored to pray for this fine, brave man. May you rest in peace Nathaniel Webb.
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Linda Barnes
December 25, 2009
Nat I think of you and tears roll down my face I wish we kept in touch with each other I remember when you drove me to you mothers house to show me were you came from its hard finding friends in this world I mean true friends Boy we had times. Love u always . Linda
A Friend
October 18, 2008
Like someone before me, I saw your name on the TV screen when I looked up as the movie "World Trade Center" ended. You are a true American hero. From the ashes may your spirit rise, protect and inspire.
September 11, 2008
nat, donald & mac rest in peace.
Pamela McDonald
September 11, 2008
I am so sorry for your lost. My family knew Officer Webb. They say he was a great person. He will be truly missed.
Doug Abraham
December 15, 2007
Happy belated Birthday!!!
mark warren
July 25, 2007
It's hard to believe so many years have past. I happened to be watching the World Trade center movie and saw the tribute of the police officers names who had died inside the centers. So i looked up a few of their names and came across this website. I want to personally say sorry for the sorrow his family went through. Yet even though i didn't know him he is my hero along with the others who had the courage to go inside. THANK YOU NATHANIEL!
P Tabbernor
April 15, 2007
In memory....
Sarah
September 11, 2003
I did not know Nathaniel personally. I found a website that does memorial bracelets and his was the name that I received. I have had it on since I got it and think of him and all the others everyday. I am glad that I can read about him and hear how great of a man he was. Every time that I see a picture of the Towers of Light I think of him and his family. God Bless the Webb family.
Asia Smith
September 11, 2003
I will always miss u very much.Every time i hear your name i have to cry.MY mother wishes u never had to go.But now we all know u are where u belong.In heaven with the angels cause that what you was.
LOVE ALWAYS
ASIA&FAMILY(COUSINS)
heather
September 11, 2003
As a teller at Xcel Federal Credit Union I was friends with a lot of the Port Authority Police and had the privilege of knowing you Nathan. You and I spoke regularly about family and children and because I liked the name Nathaniel so much I promised that if God blessed me in having another baby I would name him that. I remember when I gave birth to my son I couldn't wait to tell you his name. As I told you his name your faced just lit up and I showed you a picture of him. With you gone now I feel like I have a small part of you every time I call my son's name.
You are missed greatly along with all the other Port Authority employees, it was an honor to have known you.
Nancy
March 12, 2003
I miss you, my friend. You were one of the good ones. I know you are resting well and watching out for those of us you left behind. Peace be with you, dear Nat.
Janice
October 30, 2002
A year and two months have gone by since you were so cruelly snatched away from us and still my heart aches. Rest in peace my Knight on a White Charger.
Stuart Gardiner
September 11, 2002
Today,I was priviledged to sing Mozart's Requiem in a ceremony honoring those who died in the 9/11 terrorist attack. All of us who sang wore a nametag in memory of those who died so tragically. My honoree was Nathaniel Webb, and as I read about him, and took to heart all the kind and wonderful things said about this selfless man, his death, and those of so many others once again became very real, and so sad to me. My best wishes and prayers go out to all of families and friends of those who died innocently, and bravely that terrible day. I am honored to have had the chance to commemorate their lives, and all our losses. Thank you.
Chi-Chi (Janice) Watson-Stevenson
September 1, 2002
On 9/11/01 our Heavenly Father took unto his bosom a brilliant light manifested in the life of one, Nathaniel Webb, and although that light is gone from this earthly realm it will forever be in my heart and my memories for all the days of my life. Nat, rest in peace.
Joe Salter
August 25, 2002
There isn't a single day that goes by since 9/11/01 that I don't think of Nat Webb, my Port Authority of NY&NJ Police Academy classmate and of the rest of my friends that are no longer with us. Nat was just a decent man doing a thankless job and your great smile and voice will always be missed...
Angie Campbell
June 9, 2002
**********GOD BLESS YOU**********
May 23, 2002
MAY THE BEAUTIFUL SOUL OF NATHANIEL WEBB AND THE SOULS OF ALL THE FAITHFULLY DEPARTED THROUGH THE MERCY OF GOD REST IN PEACE AMEN...
Cheryl Cooper/Foreman
March 12, 2002
My prayers and thoughts go out to the Wedd family. The day of 9-11-01
officer Foreman called home, and told me he was at the World Trade Center with officer Wedd and officer
McNeil. I told them to be careful.
Never did I think that they were not coming home. I will always remember Nat and the good times we shared with him. May you rest in
peace.
Cheryl Cooper/Foremen
IRENE
December 15, 2001
MAY GOD BLESS YOU NATHANIEL WEBB AND
MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.GOD BLESS YOUR
FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA
AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01
Teresa Jahn
December 3, 2001
We thank Nathaniel for sharing his life by caring for people everyday he was called for duty. 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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