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Nathaniel Davis Obituary

DAVIS, Nathaniel, "Big Daddy", age 99, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. He leaves to cherish his memory; son, Maurice Davis; Daughters, Sharon Lee, Carolyn White, Gwendolyn Davis, Elaine Davis, Vanessa Berry and Sheila Davis; sisters, Jimmie Lee Ester and Ruthie Bernard; brother, Albert Davis; eighteen grandchildren; thirty-three great-grandchildren; twenty great-great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Open visitation will be Wednesday, April 8th, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 12: Noon. Private Funeral services immediately following. All services will be held at East Glen Park Church of Christ, 505 East 45th Ave, Gary, IN 46409.

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Published by Post-Tribune from Apr. 5 to Apr. 6, 2020.

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Cora

August 10, 2020

To the Davis Family he will truly be missed. Rest in Heaven "Bear"

April 8, 2020

To all of my cousins, I am with you in spirit today, keeping you in prayer. The peace, love and comfort of God, is with you always. Love, Jean Black

Horace & Murline Grant

April 8, 2020

Sorry to see such a good man and humble servant of the Lord gone. So long, for now and may your loved ones find comfort. Rest In Paradise!

Angela Christion

April 8, 2020

To the Davis Family: I am pleased to have been welcomed to EGP and encouraged at every handshake/hug. Bro. Davis will be missed but his warmth will ALWAYS ❤ be with me. You're in my prayers!

Brenda Pickett

April 7, 2020

My heartfelt condolences to the Davis family. Your dad was everyone's dad who grew up on 19th Mass St RIP Mr Davis You will be greatly miss.

ValJean Knight

April 7, 2020

You will be sadly miss. I will miss your voice and seeing you at church service. You rest now until we meet again.l

Glender Anderson

April 7, 2020

Condolences to the Davis Family, As you go through this time of loss, may you know that the Lord walks with you and comfort you.God bless

Tyrone DeNeal

April 7, 2020

My sincere condolences to the family of Nathaniel "Bear" Davis. While i never met Mr.Davis I knew of him through his daughter and my classmate Gwen Davis. I pray for strength and comfort for the family. Rest in Heaven

Pearl Beasley

April 7, 2020

Praying for family and love you'll may continue to blessings you'll.Brashaw and Galen I am just a phone you need to talk auntie love you'll

April 7, 2020

Rest in PEACE with the other Saints Brother Davis until we all meet.

April 7, 2020

The Davis family. I extend love peace prayers and heart felt condolences at this. Mr Davis was a awesome man of god. Continue to cherish his memories as I shall. God bless you. GLoria Scott Vaughn.

April 7, 2020

The. DAvis Family. I extend love peace prayers and heart felt condolences at this time. Mr Davis was a great man of god. Continue to cherish his memories as I shall. God bless you. GLoria Scott VaughN. Hammond Indiana.

Michael & Ermalene Gault Sr

April 6, 2020

To the family,

Nate's at peace. Think of the good times and smile. For comfort read Ecclesiates 3:1-15,17,19,20,22. May The Most High God bring you peace during this time.

Natalie Stewart

April 6, 2020

To the Davis family....I am so sorry to hear of Bro. Davis's passing. He would always greet me with a wonderful smile. He reminded me so much of my own father. You have my sincerest and deepest sympathy.

Jean Walker- Griffin

April 6, 2020

To the Davis Family: I pray God comforts, strengthens and keeps you all at this difficult time. Mr. Davis leaves a wonderful and everlasting legacy! We will cherish the memories of his love and kindness. May his peace be with you!

Annie Miles

April 6, 2020

Let not your heart be troubled.

Bernard Cooper

April 6, 2020

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Hazel Stewart-Lyles

April 5, 2020

Carol, Sharon, Linda, Elaine, Joyce, Sheila and Maurice...please know, from the Stewart family, we hold you safe in our hearts at this time of sadness...

Karen Cole-Boler

April 5, 2020

Although we weren't family by blood , we were family in Christ. You will be missed. Send condolences from Cole and Boler family

Antoinette Moore

April 5, 2020

Big Daddy accepted me as his granddaughter long before and after I married his grandson Kevin. It was a gift to hold a place in his heart. He always offered a listening ear. I've known him most of my life as a Christian warrior. This wonderful man lived a full life and said he was ready to go home to God. The Lord has heard him and relieved his suffering. My continued prayers go out to the Davis family....God's got you.

Grace Darling

April 5, 2020

On behalf of the darling family we like to offer our condolences to you Sheila and your family. We know and feel what you're going through at this time. May God bless and keep you and give you comfort in your memories. Have a blessed day

Grace Teresa Darling

April 5, 2020

On behalf of the darling family we'd like to give our condolences to you Sheila and your family. Our prayers are always with you for we know what you are going through at this time.

Nathaniel Davis

April 5, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Robin Carothers

April 5, 2020

Hello my family in two ways church brothers and sisters and also my family that comfort me in times of my needs. I just have to say what a powerful Father lecturer and provider for many people without a thought of any selfish thoughts. He always had a encouraging words for me as everyone that know our relationship something hilarious to say and I was privileged to have a response that had us both laughing at each other. I have to praise the children whether it was immediate family members or distant each and everyone of you hats off. To the daughters and son thank you for lending me your wise humble empathetic father for I have a heavy heart and soul that he will be missed. Hold on to the memories for they are good and not everyone have these good thoughts. I love all of you names would further this message you all know Rest In Peace my Friend Father and brother in Christ

Min. Carl Gary

April 5, 2020

This honorable man has given his family so much to be thankful for. To the entire family of Mr. Nathanial Davis, I send you all my deepest condolences. May the precious memories of your loved one bring you joy especially during your time of beareavement, as your loved one enter in unto his eternal rest in the promise of Jesus Christ.
God bless you Davis family.

Douglas Havens

April 5, 2020

To Gwendolyn Davis on behalf of the Froebel class of 68 we offer our deepest sympathy in the death of your father.We will be praying for you and family in the days ahead. Douglass Havens class president.

Myrtle and Jack Mateen

April 5, 2020

It Sharon and family you have our deepest sympathy in the death but heavens gain of your beloved father.May you find comfort in knowing that others share in your grief and praying for you and family. Your dad knew God for himself and will now receive what God promised Eternal life.A father's love is forever.

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