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Obituary For NATHANIEL BRINSON, SR.
NATHANIEL BRINSON, SR.
JUNE 25, 1951 - SEPTEMBER 14, 2026
Nathaniel Brinson Sr. was a devoted man of faith, a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He passed away peacefully on September 14, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, creativity, music, craftsmanship, and family.
Nathaniel faithfully attended Payne Avenue Missionary Baptist Church in Knoxville, where his relationship with God provided him with comfort and strength. His faith was an important part of his life and the legacy he leaves to those who knew and loved him.
A talented and creative man, Nathaniel discovered his passion for woodworking early in his working life. After spending a short time in the medical field, he found his true calling in building furniture. His gifted hands could turn his ideas into beautiful pieces, and his craftsmanship became a talent he proudly shared with family and friends.
Music was also an important part of Nathaniel's life. A gifted guitarist and songwriter, he shared his musical talents as a member of Soul Illusion, God's Creations, and Soul Liberation. He found great joy in playing guitar and writing songs, creating memories and music that will continue to live on through those who heard him.
Above all, Nathaniel cherished his family and friends. He enjoyed spending time with those closest to him and took great pride in sharing his collection of photographs displayed throughout the walls of his blue room. His family brought him great joy, and the memories they created together will forever be treasured.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his children, Nathaniel (Lakeisha) Brinson Jr., Kanesa Munsey, Timothy (La Tasha) Brinson, Lu'Theria Grady, Jamaine (Amanda) Brinson, Kenya Broyles, and Cassandra
(Jurdan) Jones; his grandchildren; great-grandchildren; siblings; nieces and nephews; special friends; aod a host of extended family and loved ones.
Preceded in death by: mother and father Barbara Brinson-Curry and Nathaniel Brinson; sisters and brothers Terry Livesy, Kerry Brinson, Katherine Brown, Rev James Foster.
Survived by: sister and brother Larry Brinson, Lamar Brinson, Dana Goss, Anita Brinson, Reginald Brinson; his children Nathaniel (Lakeisha) Brinson Jr., Kanesa Munsey, Timothy (La Tasha) Brinson, Lu'Theria Grady, Jamaine (Amanda) Brinson, Kenya Broyles, Cassandra (Jurdan) Jones; and grandchildren Westley Moore,
Te'Shon Badgett, Siyonna (Aaron) Allmon, Nathaniel Brinson III, Tamyah Munsey, Kanesa "Broyles,
Lazahria Grady, La'Fayah Grady, Ky'Mani Brinson, Jashawn Brinson Zaylen Brinson.
Funeral Service:
Unity Mortuary
1425 McCalla Ave
Knoxville, TN 37915
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Receiving of Friends/ Viewing:
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Service:
3:00 PM
Pastor Rev. Paul Taylor Sr.
Family and Friends will meet at
On Broadway Event Center - 4683 Old Broadway
Knoxville, TN 37918
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To The Brinson Family, We are so sorry to hear about Nathaniel passing. My family, his family, and so many others lived in the Mechanicsville Community back in the day. Nathaniel was a little older than some of us but, always looked out for the younger youth, including his siblings. We all played together on Calloway St. and shared treats from Mrs. Batt's store. Those were good days. Our prayers and heartfelt condolences are with the family during and beyond this difficult time. May God continue to keep his loving arms around each of you.
My prayers and condolences to his family. He will truly be missed. My the God of all comfort comfort you doing this difficult time.
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Nephew, and Cousin Nate, we were saddened when we found you had taken your flight to heaven. You will always be in our prayers, I will miss our post on Facebook, and our text. You have been a good nephew and good cousin. Our condolences to Latasha Griffin Brison, his children, grandchildren and the entire family. RIP
REST IN HEAVEN, BROTHER-IN-LAW, YOU WILL BE MISS DEARLY.
This saddens me because he'd always greeting me online and I'm praying for his wife and children and knew he was a man of faith and loved the Lord and would always give gratitude where ever he was going.Please keep his family with upward in prayers 🙏🏾
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