Mr. Nathaniel Deshawn Williams

Celebrating The Life Of Nathaniel Deshawn Williams: NATHANIEL “NATE” DESHAWN WILLIAMS was born on June 19, 1976 in Detroit, Michigan to Doreen Williams and Nathaniel (Cecil) Goodwin. Nate professed Christ at an early age and was baptized at Bethel Temple Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. F. Stokes. Nate was educated in the Detroit Public School System. While in middle school, he was named the State of Michigan Chess Champion. He was a starting player on Western High School’s basketball and tennis team. Nate graduated from Avondale High School in Auburn Hills, Michigan. He matriculated to Miles College in Fairfield, Alabama where he became a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. At the time of his transition, Nate was employed at Johnson Service Group; located in Atlanta, GA, as a Sr. Business Development Manager. His career was aligned with who he was as a person. He spent many years managing talent acquisition and recruiting. Helping those who were overlooked by others was his passion. He provided an avenue of employment for many by being instrumental in assisting them with resume writing, interview coaching and often extending a personal recommendation or referral. Nate was not afraid to stick his neck out for someone and because of his efforts, many of his friends and family are employed and providing a better life for themselves and their families. Nate lived a full life. He was a youth mentor and role model; a true man of valor. He spent countless hours traveling to schools, churches and juvenile detention centers to encourage inner-city youth. Nate’s favorite quote was, “Don’t learn a lesson you don’t have to learn.” While growing up on 32nd St. he met lifelong friends. At the age of seven, he joined the Boys and Girls Club of America. He often reflected on, and credited the lessons he learned at “The Club” as well as the Detroit Police Cadet Organization for molding him into the upstanding, caring and honorable man he became. As a result of his career, he lived in several parts of the U.S. and he loved to travel. From Brazil, to India or England; he never met a stranger. His personality drew people together. He was never too busy for anyone. He would go out of his way to make others feel special; whether it was taking time out to send a text, or call or even show up at an event; he wanted everyone to know that they mattered. He was an avid golfer and cook. He divided his free time on the golf course and in the kitchen. He looked forward to his yearly golf trip in Florida where he garnered wisdom and knowledge of the game and life from other experienced players. He also looked forward to preparing his annual Mother’s Day Brunch to recognize all of the mothers in his life; of whom, he truly valued and appreciated.

Mr. Nathaniel Deshawn Williams

June 19, 1976 - May 13, 2018