"I am very sorry to hear of Nolberto's passing. I worked with him at Jack's and ShopCo. He alway had a moment to chat when I saw him about town and always ask how my whole family was. He never forgot. I will miss him very much and wish peace for his family. You are all in my prayers."
In loving memory of
Nolberto R. Natera
June 27, 1943 - January 25, 2008
NOLBERTO NATERA MUSCATINE, Iowa - Nolberto R. Natera, 64, of Muscatine, died Friday, January 25, 2008, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City. A Memorial Service will be Saturday, February 2, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 701 Lake Park Bvld., Muscatine. Estevan Martinez of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses will officiate. The Ralph J. Wittich Riley Freers Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Nolberto was born on June 27, 1943, in Taft, Texas, the son of Ramon and Amada Rivera Natera. He married Maria Magdalena Marin on May 30, 1987 in Muscatine, Iowa Nolberto previously worked at Jacks and Shopko for 15 years in maintenance. He most recently was working at Elder-Beerman and at ResCare. He was a self-taught mechanic and did upholstery. He enjoyed playing the guitar, singing and sharing his religious beliefs with others. Survivors include his wife, Maria Magdalena Natera of Muscatine; four sons, Amado Rodriguez, Ruben Rodriguez, Martin Natera and Nolberto Natera Jr. all of Madison, WI; one daughter, Maria Victoria Natera of Madison, WI; one step-daughter, Margarita Fernandez and husband Martin of Thor; 10 grandchildren, Misael Fernandez, Maurilinda Rodriguez, Amado Rodriguez, Sebastian Rodriguez, Santiago Rodriguez, Kassandra Azul Sorenson, Celina Jade Sorenson, Coty James Sorenson, Nolberto Esteban Natera and Chastity Natera; One great-granddaughter; Kamilya Natera Vasquez; three brothers, Raul Natera of California, Ramiro Natera of Texas, and Daniel Natera of Texas; three sisters, Minerva Nevarez of Texas, Adelmira Naranjo of Colorado and Maricela Dominguez of Madison, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Rodolfo and Eduardo Natera.
Tributes
"Among many others I worked with Noberto at Jacks, he taught me lots of words in Spanish that till this day I use frequently!! He was a wonderful man and I will miss him greatly."
"I met Nolberto when he worked at Jack's. He was truly a wonderful man, always had a smile and kind words for everyone. He will be greatly missed by anyone who ever met him. My best wishes and condolences to his family."
"I also knew Nolberto when he worked at Jack's. I always knew when I went to the store he would be there with a smile. My prayers are with you during your time of loss."
"A GREAT MAN has left this world.A TRUE friend to all.I had the pleasure meeting Nolberto while working at Jacks.And remained friends.Will never forget his smile and kindness to all.I will miss you FRIEND!!"
"the family has my sympathies Nolberto was a great man he was a nice man also he would do anything for anyone and remember everyone. I worked with him at Jacks and he took such pride in his work and he will be deeply missed."
"I worked with Norberto at ResCare. He was such a good man with a heart of gold. He always had a positive, encouraging word for people. He will be missed. My condolences to his family on such a tremendous loss."
"Nolberto was a tremendous man. He was kind and friendly to all and always happy and positive. I worked with him at ResCare and enjoyed his company and energy. He took great pride in his job and was loved by all. My sympathies are with his family."
"Nolberto was an employee of ResCare who did a great job of supporting individuals with disabilities who live in the community. He was very proud of his efforts to keep the grounds at Houser Street Residence looking well manicured. He was a friendly, kind man who will be greatly missed by the consumers and staff here at Muscatine ResCare."
"I worked with Nolberto at Jack's many years ago. He was always so nice to everyone. He greeted everyone with a smile and I don't think I ever heard him say a negative word about anyone. My hearfelt sympathy goes out to all his family. They can be proud of the way Nolberto lived his life, he was a very honest and sincere, gentleman."
"With Thoughts of Deepest Sympathy I used to worked in the Fragrance Dept. at Elder Beerman,before I moved to Florida. Nolberto was always there to see if I needed any help with anything. He was the nicest Man that I have ever met. He would do anything for you. I will miss him dearly "