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Obituary For Mr. Nathaniel Shivers
Nathaniel Shivers, known as ‘’Tan", was born July 14, 1951 to the late Adam Shivers, Jr. and Lila Mae Shivers. He entered into eternal rest on March 02, 2024 at Bayhealth Hospital in Dover, Delaware.
Nathaniel graduated from Wilkinson High School in 1970 in Orangeburg, SC and was a devoted student bus driver for the district for 3 years until graduation. After graduation, he relocated to Jersey City, NJ and was employed by the United Parcel Service (UPS).
Nathaniel retired from United Parcel Service (UPS) after a dedicated 45 years of service as District Manager. His dedication spread over innumerable aspects throughout his career. He was an entrepreneur and owner of “The Silver Fox Lounge” in Newark, New Jersey for several years. Upon retirement, Nathaniel owned and operated ‘N & S’ Trucking LLC in Symara, Delaware.
His love and admirations extended over many things, one of which was auto racing. To his racing associates he was known as “Gator”, he was a member of the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) and he owned and operated the Top Fuel Dragsters.
Nathaniel leaves to cherish fond memories with his son Nathaniel Adam Shivers (Alicia) of Orlando, FL; his partner and fiance', Ann Richardson of their home; step-daughter, Jernea Sullivan of New Jersey; four sisters: Carrie Booker of Orangeburg SC, Connie Shivers-Green (Joseph) of Charlotte, NC, Mary Bender of Houston, TX and Flossie Brown (Jacob) of Orangeburg SC; two brothers: Nathan Shivers (his twin) and Alphonso Shivers both of Orangeburg SC; and brother-in-law, John Lamkin III of Baltimore MD.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, David Adam Shivers (twin of Eartha passed at birth); and sister, Eartha Shivers-Lamkin.
He departs and leaves a host of nephews, nieces, other relatives, and friends.
His Celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Simmons Funeral Home Orangeburg, South Carolina. Burial will be held at Belleville Memorial Gardens.
Public viewing will be held Friday, March 8, 2024, from 2:00pm - 6:00pm.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.simmonsfuneralhome.com
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Daniel Wood sent Serene Lily Basket for Mr. Nathaniel Shivers - March 09, 2024
Praying for peace and comfort for all of my good friends family and other friends. I'll miss my friend. Daniel Wood
Dajuan Goldsberry sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for Mr. Nathaniel Shivers - March 08, 2024
I send my condolences. Dajuan Goldsberry
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David Miller sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Mr. Nathaniel Shivers - March 07, 2024
Deepest Condolences From: The Miller's (Dave jr.,Tonya,Dave sr., Barbara) ❤️🙏🏿
Nathaniel, wishing you a heavenly Christmas and New Year. Thinking of you each day.
Ann💕
The best memory I have of Nate. I ran him at Atco in eliminations, and he promised me he was set up on dead 8.90. I left starting line couldn't see him entire track... lift at 1000ft and look for my win light. As he BLOWS BY ME, it wasn't close, but he got me.... I got out at the end and he told me again... I bet it went 8.90... I swore NO WAY POSSIBLE. DAMMIT YOU BELIEVE HE DID GO EXACTLY 8.90 AT 182 MPH.... GOD REST GATOR
I am so sorry that Nathaniel left so soon! He was a good neighbor, and was also my pupil at Sharperson Junior High School. My sincere condolences to the Shivers family. Barbara Jean Tilly Graves
Family of Nathaniel Shivers, Sending Love, Prayers, Condolences and Sympathy. Mr. Nate was a true Gentleman. He's now in the Presence of the Lord. Debra A Hall
Thinking of the Shivers' family and sending my condolences. Merlene Stevenson Wilson ( Classmate)
Deepest condolences to the family
Mrs. Carrie: We are so deeply sorry for the loss of your brother, Nathaniel. Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember him. We offer you our heartfelt support and friendship in this difficult time. Mrs. Bernice S. Pinckney & Son Augusta, Georgia
I'm so sad to hear that the gator 🐊 has passed had fond memories of him with his friend Delaney Richardson on the race track in English town he always had a barbecue after the race
Nate was not only my mentor ,but he was like family. He was an awesome man, who took me under his wing and gave me a chance a the trucking company. I use to be amazed at how he would take calls and handle his business.,he was very professional .
First time I met Gator he asked me if I drove our freightliner, I laughed and said no way. He was a real nice guy and we send true condolences to the family. He will rest now in the arms of the angels...Drive fast Gator.
Praying for your strength as you go through this season, Psalm 46:1. I grew up knowing the entire Shivers Family. Nathaniel went to HS with my brother, Melvin. Mary's family and my family connected in Houston 40 years ago and the rest is history.
I'm miss seeing Nate at the races, he was a great guy.
I first met Gator back in the "80s" in the drag racing seen. In1995 years later when I got hired as a UPS FEEDER DRIVER he became my supervisor. I'm so sorry for your loss. What great memories. Remember In Prayers (RIP).
I was so saddened to hear of Nathaniel's passing. My sincere condolences to all of his family. May you Rest In Peace Nathaniel. I will remember you forever as you were the best man in my wedding. Praying for strength family. Love, Alyce Shivers
Sincere Condolences to the family you have losted a good man.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
