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Nathaniel Hathaway Obituary
He is survived by his wife, Temeka S. (Walden) Hathaway; two sons, Nathaniel L. Hathaway, Jr. and Lathan N. Hathaway both at home; his father and step mother, George M. and Laura A. (Gould) Hathaway of Worcester; a brother, Ryan Hathaway of Oxnard, California; two sisters, Charnessa Luster and Charnele Luster both of Worcester; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Nathaniel was born in Worcester, son of the late Cheryl (Green) Hathaway. He graduated from Saint Mary's High School in Worcester, and then joined the United States Navy, serving in Virginia Beach. While in Virginia he attended Coastline Community and Tide Water Community Colleges.
While serving on active duty with the Navy, Nathaniel specialized in engineering and shipboard mechanics and was presented with 3 Navy Achievement Medals, a Navy Unit Commendation Medal, a Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal, a Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, an Iraq Campaign Medal, a Global War on Terror Expeditionary Medal, and a Global War on Terror Service Medal. He was awarded a Combat Action Ribbon, a Navy-E Ribbon, a Navy Sea Service Ribbon, a Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon. He was also an Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist and an Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist. He earned the Engineering Officer of The Watch and the Battle-E.
Nathaniel's funeral, with full military honors will be held Monday, October 26, at 12 Noon in MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester. Interment will follow in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. His family invites you to join them for calling hours on Monday morning from 10 a.m. until 12 Noon, in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Nathaniel L. Hathaway Scholarship Fund, in care of Webster Five Cent Savings Bank, 278 Park Avenue, Worcester, MA 01609.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nathaniel Hathaway
Dwight Perry
October 29, 2009
Hathaway Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of going to school with Nate at St. Mary's. We played basketball together and became good friends. Nate always had a vibrant personality. We shared alot laughs in homeroom and on the court. I am glad to see that he has had such a sucessfull life and a decorated career. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Erika Hopewell
October 27, 2009
Sorry I was not able to attend but I was there in Prayer.. You will be greatly missed by everyone... My prayers to your family.
Leslie T. Clark
October 27, 2009
Tracey, George and the Hathaway family. I was shocked to hear that little "Nat" had passed. I can remember him as a young boy at Emmanuel Baptist Church.. He did have an infectious smile and demeanor. It was good to see that he did so well in the Military. I know he made you all proud. Please know that God, in His infamous wisdom is in control of every situation and He knows what is best. May you find peace in the God who gives perfect peace during this time...
Tracy rememebering our days at EBC and the church picnics and cookouts.
Leslie and the boys (Mykel & Myles)
jamie Ayers
October 27, 2009
Dear George,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. I can not imagine your pain. Nate was always a great kid. May you find peace with God.
Love Jamie Domiano
October 27, 2009
Dear George, I am so very sorry for the loss of your son Nate. Nate was a great kid. I cannot imagine what you are going through, losing a child like that, but my thoughts are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Jamie Domiano
Scott Behrje
October 27, 2009
Nate, You will truly be missed. You brought a positive light on everyone you met. Thank you for all the good memories.
Kimberly Chronchio
October 26, 2009
To Nates Family,
I had the pleasure of attending St. Mary's with Nate and graduated with him in 1999. His personality was infectious and he was loved by all. He had a smile and a presence that would brighten up any room he entered. I am very sorry for your loss. You will all continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kimberly Chronchio, Worcester MA
October 26, 2009
George,
We were so saddened to hear of your son's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are here for you if you need anything.
Our deepest sympathies,
Your Brothers & Sisters at Local 4
Leo Chan
October 26, 2009
To Nate's Family,
I was one of his shipmate, I will always remember him. He was nice person. I am sad to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Tasha Boykin
October 26, 2009
I do not even know where to begin. All of my childhood memories were with him.We had so much fun, and had no cares in the world. He will always be in my heart and i miss him everyday. His smile, laugh and spirit will always be with us all, Along with Aunt Sherry.God Bless the whole Hathaway family.
Doug, Kate & Hunter Dansereau
October 25, 2009
George, Laura and Ryan,
There are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss. You are in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers. Hang onto Nate's babies and watch him live through them.
We love you all.
Adam Wojtkowski
October 25, 2009
To Nate's Family,
I graduated high school with Nate and like Annette and I am sure others have and would say, Nate knew how to cheer just about anyone up. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Heath Ray
October 25, 2009
Dear Tamika,
Nate was one of my best friends, and I will always remember his infectious laugh and smile. He was the first friend I made in Japan. I have so many memories that include Nate. We were always together in every port. Angila and I are so sorry. You are all in our prayers.
Heath and Angila Ray
October 25, 2009
To Nathans family,
I never met Nathan or his family but I wanted to express my condolences.. There is nothing I can say to make the pain go away but I wanted to thank Nathan for serving our country. My heart and prayers go out to his family
Amanda Cobb
October 25, 2009
Nate was always a great person. I grew closer to him throughout highschool and kept intouch with him through my first two years of college. He was funny and caring and without him i may not have stayed in college. He shared my hard times and for that I am truly thankful. I am so sorry to hear about Nate's passing. My heart now has a tear in it and I will always miss him. He was such a great boy who turned into a great man. My thoughts and prayers are with his family in this hard time.
October 25, 2009
Dear Hathaway family,
I graduated with Nate from St. Mary's High School and he always knew how to put a smile on everyone's face. His sense of humor and kindness were always appreciated. It is in great sadness to hear about this loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Annette Dudek
Joan & John Simpson
October 25, 2009
Dear George and Laura,
I never had the pleasure of meeting Nathaniel. What I learned about him today, is tragically the result of his sudden and untimely death.
From his obituary, and the words of friends and colleagues who not only knew him, but loved him, I am certain that “not knowing him” was my unfortunate loss.
I have stared at his photo and imagined: the exemplary Sailor, winner of countless medals and ribbons, friend to those who served with him, brother to Ryan, Charnessa, and Charnele, husband to Temeka , father to Nathan and Latham, and son to our friend George and wife Laura.
We received a phone call this morning, from our son, informing us of the unthinkable news he had received about his dear friend George’s, son, Nate. He was noticeably upset. He knew the news would have an immediate effect on us as well. We have only been in George’s company a couple of times, but as I read Nate’s obituary, and the comments his friends wrote about him, my thought was: “Of course he was a wonderful, successful, loyal, loving and ambitious,
.He was George’s Son.
From the bottom of our hearts, we are so sorry,
Joan and John Simpson
Utica, New York
Mother and Father of Todd Simpson
Grandparents of Josh and Jillian
Mother in Law of Kim Abercrombie
Robert Graydon
October 25, 2009
May God bless the family and friends all over the world in your time of sorrow... You all are in my prayers...
Deb Ryan
October 25, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Amelia Mazilu
October 25, 2009
Family i am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
mario monteiro
October 25, 2009
Nate,
we met April 15th, 2005 and from that moment on you impacted my life in ways i cant describe. We became friends and oone day you said " you are a perfect brother Mario" that moment is unforgetable and i will remember you as that brother who never let me or anyone else down because thats who you were. your voice and your smile remains among us and our prayers for you and your family.
"To remember is to live" therefore you will always be with us,
God bless... EN2 Mario Monteiro. Jacksonville FL.
John Gutierrez
October 25, 2009
There are times that we'll eventually depart this world but Nate's departure was too soon and sudden. I'm really torn apart because I lost a shipmate, a teammate and most of all, a good friend. Nate, May you find peace on the other side, I'll never forget you.
Sue Mouradian
October 25, 2009
This still does not feel real that Nate is no longer with us. I was so thrilled to recently reconnect with you after so many years. You were to me like the son I never had. You fit so well into my family, and my daughters always considered you more than just a friend. All those times running through the house, making non-stop noise. I can still hear that hearty laugh. I missed those years. Nate plesae RIP and know that you will never be forgotten.
Love Sue Mouradian
Jen Sanders
October 25, 2009
Hathaway Family,
My deepest sympathies to you all. ENC(sel) was an excellent leader and one of my best mentors. He touched many lives in a positive way. May you and your family find peace and comfort in this time of need. God Bless you all.
Nate,
Thank you for all your sacrafices;everything you have done for this country and for the service has touched many lives. I am blessed to have served with you and to have learned so much from you. I hope you have found peace and freedom. You and your family will always be in my prayers.
Love,
Jennifer A. Sanders
former USS HARPERS FERRY Main Propulsion Division Officer
Jennifer A. Sanders
Michael Ryan
October 25, 2009
I served with Nathaniel aboard the USS HARPERS FERRY. He was an outstanding sailor; a mentor to both his subordinates and superiors. I was truly hoping to serve with him again in the future, and am deeply saddened by the knowledge of his passing.
Sincerely,
Michael Ryan
Lieutenant, USN
Margaret Kenney
October 24, 2009
As I heard of Nate's death I was overwhelmed with sadness. There are no words to express my sympathies. My family and I are truly sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Attanya Mouradian-Goode
October 24, 2009
Nate,
Words cant express how I feel right now after this tragedy. I know we lost touch when we all lost your mom Sherry, and then you left to the Military. I just want to you always know that there wasn't a day that I didnt think of you and all of us playing jailbreaker : ) at Clark University just about every night. I will miss you dearly and love you always. You weren't only my friend, I loved you as family. I will always love and miss you Nathaniel Lee Hathaway.
Angela (Jette) Smith
October 24, 2009
My family and I were shocked to hear of Nate's departure. I was happy to see him and meet his wife and kids a few years ago. Nate and I were pretty close cousins growing up there was only 7 months between us. I would like the family to know that I will be praying for them in this time of need.
October 24, 2009
My husband and I served with Nathaniel in Japan on the USS Harpers Ferry. He was a great person and a genuine friend. My sympathy goes out to his family, especially his two boys. His family is being kept in my prayers. Nate, you will never be forgotten.
James and LaToya Cook
Hatfield Renee
October 24, 2009
To the Hathaway family.
I wish to send my thoughts, prayers and condolences to the loved ones of of Nathaniel.
Nathaniel was a gifted and wonderful young man . He had many talents and gifts to offer to this world. He had a warm smile and eager to learn.
We thank Nathan for his efforts and service to our country.
Kate told me about the sad news today.
May God grant you the strength and comfort at this most difficult time.
Mrs. Renee Hatfield
Elementary Music Teacher
Jacob Hiatt Magnet School
October 24, 2009
Auntie, Uncle, and Ryan,
We are devastated by the loss of Nate so suddenly. Words cannot express how we feel and just have to think that he is in a better place now. Im glad we all got together when he was home and spent some time with him. We love you guys and remember we are here for you if you need us. We will never forget him.
Love Lynn, Erik and Nathan Bishop
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