Nathaniel Watts SUMMERVILLE -Nathaniel L. Watts (Nate), Master Sargent, USAF, Ret., age 53, earned his heavenly wings on September 15 2023 surrounded by his family. Nate was born in Dayton, OH on September 5,1970 and graduated from John H. Patterson High School, Class of 1988. He served in the USAF for 23 1/2 years, serving in Afghanistan, Germany, South Dakota, Texas and South Carolina to name a few. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Aeronautics at Embry - Riddle Aeronautical University, Class of 2010. After retiring from active duty in 2012, Nate became the Airfield Manager at the U.S. Department of Defense/Charleston Air Force Base. Nate earned many awards including the Airfield Management Civilian Manager of the Year-437 OSS JB, 437th multiple Operations Support Squadron Civilian Catt II of the Year and Quarterly award, and Department of the Air Force Civilian Achievements. Nate is survived by his loving wife of 35 years Christina Lynnell, his sons, Adrian and Aaron, father, Ernest Cotton (Samantha) of Dayton, OH, Bonus mother, Momma Vickie (Woody) Peterson of Dayton, OH, granddaughter, Zaniyla Watts, 3 sisters, Carmen Adams, ChaDella Adams-Long (Michael) of Ft. Wayne, IN, and Robin Adams, who he lovingly called his daughter and special friend, 1 brother, Shelton Adams, a host of nieces and nephews, extended family, special friends Pastor Rodney and Lynn Perry, and fur babies, Dallas and Zeke. Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, September 22, 2023 at the World Harvest Community Church, 3441 W. Montague Ave N., Charleston, SC 29418. Family will receive friends at 11AM. Services start at 12PM. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at: www.lowcountrymortuary.com. Funeral arrangements announced by THE LOW COUNTRY MORTUARY, 1852 E. Montague Ave., N. Charleston, SC 29405: (843) 554-2117. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Sep. 20 to Sep. 21, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Nathaniel Watts

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9 Entries

Shari

May 22, 2024

Nate was an amazing person. He always knew how to make someone smile and found the greater good in everyone. He will be & is greatly missed by many. My deepest condolences and prayers to his family. Unforgettable! Shari

David Hunt

September 24, 2023

I have known and worked with Nate for many years and am deeply saddened to hear of his passing. He was always a trusted and valued friend and I will truly miss him. My condolences to the family and please know my prayers are with you.

Joe bowen

September 22, 2023

I became good friends with Nate to my brother John, he was truly a gentle giant, he was there for me and my family during the passing of my mother, he came and sat with us when she was in the hospital, he supported us mentally and physically.
I am truly thankful that I had the good fortune to meet and become friends with Nate and Nate. Nate, if you can hear me, hold me a seat at the table and don´t go all in till get there. Goodbye for now my good friend.
Joeeeeeeeey

Sherri Williams

September 21, 2023

Our thoughts and prayers are with you! When he would talk about his family his whole face would light up. He was a great man and had such an impact on so many lives. When our daughter was stationed at Charleston, he looked out for her like a dad would and treated us like we were family when we would visit. We were lucky to meet and get to know him. Prayers for comfort for his family!

Brad and Sherri Williams

Brad, Sherri, & Gabby Williams

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Dale Ragland

September 21, 2023

Prayers for the entire family. I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Nate. I was in the base protocol office from 2012-2020 and worked many flightline arrivals, events/visits and airshows with Nate. He was always so kind and his smile would brighten any room he entered. He is a wonderful person and Will be sorely missed. All the family is in my thoughts and prayers. Dale Ragland

Delano Bug Hill & Family

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Josh

September 21, 2023

BW, it really stuck with me the impact that you have with the young Airmen. Althought you were Active Duty retired, you had a level of connection and care for the Airmen under you that is uncommon. You dedicated time to make sure folks were recognized and made to feel cared for, something every leader can always be a little better at. We miss you brother.

John Bowen

September 21, 2023

BDW, (Big Daddy Watts), I will always cherish the bond we shared together. The value of our friendship is beyond measure. You will always be with me in heart, and remember we were always ALL IN!! RIP Nate

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