Absent from the body, present with the Lord. Edward Allen Natt, 64, lifelong Roanoker, died peacefully at home, surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his parents Dr. and Mrs. Jerome Natt, and sister-in-law, Lisa Elmore Cox. He is survived by his devoted wife of twenty-five years, Claire Elmore Natt, and sons, Robert D. Natt and wife Angela and J. Allen Natt. Also surviving are sister Barbara N. Wise and husband Michael, brother Richard P. Natt, parents-in-law, Roger and Leah Elmore, brother-in-law Richard K. Cox, nieces Terry Bennett and Lindsey Elmore Pearson and husband Adam, and great niece and nephew, Brittany and John Bennett.
After attending Roanoke City Schools, Ed graduated with a B.A. in Business Administration from UNC at Chapel Hill in 1967. Upon receipt of his law degree from T.C. Williams School of Law at the University of Richmond, he served as Roanoke City Assistant Attorney, then as Roanoke's first County Attorney. In 1977 he was a founding member of the law firm Osterhoudt, Ferguson, Natt, Aheron and Agee, now Osterhoudt, Prillaman, Natt, Helscher, Yost, Maxwell & Ferguson, PLC. He served in the Army Reserves from 1970 � 1976.
Recognized as one of the best land use attorneys in Southwest Virginia, he also served as a Substitute Judge in Virginia for over twenty-five years. Known for his integrity, wise counsel, and dedication, he was loved by all who had the pleasure of working with him. He won many cases in the Virginia Supreme Court, his latest as recently as last September.
A man of generosity and irreproachable character, Ed loved helping others, especially young people, and was thrilled to open his home to high school and college students throughout the years. In 1993, he was awarded Father of the Year for Family Life by CMMA. Through Roanoke County Parks and Recreation, he loved coaching boys basketball for over thirty years. Always active in civic and community affairs, he served on the Board of Governors for Hidden Valley Country Club and as President of Cave Spring Elementary School PTA, ARC (now Goodwill Industries), and Youth Haven. An avid sports enthusiast, watching UNC basketball and golfing with friends were among his favorite pastimes.
With genuine faith, he served as a deacon of Covenant Presbyterian Church and was a charter member of Christ the King Presbyterian Church. He was an ardent supporter of Young Life and was among the visionaries instrumental in bringing a new YL Camp to Rockbridge, Va. Always encouraging and optimistic, Ed will be sorely missed by many in the Roanoke Valley, on Bald Head Island, and in Naples, Florida. He will be remembered as hard-working, fun-loving, and a friend to all. His faith and courage through his illness inspired many others. As all who knew him would attest, Ed truly valued his faith, family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Young Life, PO Box 20464, Roanoke, VA 24018 or Christ the King, 3959 Electric Rd, Suite 190, Roanoke, VA 24018.
Friends may call at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 6011 Merriman Road, SW, Roanoke, from noon until 2 p.m. and from 4 until 6 p.m. on Friday, January 1, 2010. A graveside service will be held in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 2, 2010. A Celebration of Life will follow at 11:30 a.m. at Church of the Holy Spirit. Pastor Ed Dunnington will officiate.
After attending Roanoke City Schools, Ed graduated with a B.A. in Business Administration from UNC at Chapel Hill in 1967. Upon receipt of his law degree from T.C. Williams School of Law at the University of Richmond, he served as Roanoke City Assistant Attorney, then as Roanoke's first County Attorney. In 1977 he was a founding member of the law firm Osterhoudt, Ferguson, Natt, Aheron and Agee, now Osterhoudt, Prillaman, Natt, Helscher, Yost, Maxwell & Ferguson, PLC. He served in the Army Reserves from 1970 � 1976.
Recognized as one of the best land use attorneys in Southwest Virginia, he also served as a Substitute Judge in Virginia for over twenty-five years. Known for his integrity, wise counsel, and dedication, he was loved by all who had the pleasure of working with him. He won many cases in the Virginia Supreme Court, his latest as recently as last September.
A man of generosity and irreproachable character, Ed loved helping others, especially young people, and was thrilled to open his home to high school and college students throughout the years. In 1993, he was awarded Father of the Year for Family Life by CMMA. Through Roanoke County Parks and Recreation, he loved coaching boys basketball for over thirty years. Always active in civic and community affairs, he served on the Board of Governors for Hidden Valley Country Club and as President of Cave Spring Elementary School PTA, ARC (now Goodwill Industries), and Youth Haven. An avid sports enthusiast, watching UNC basketball and golfing with friends were among his favorite pastimes.
With genuine faith, he served as a deacon of Covenant Presbyterian Church and was a charter member of Christ the King Presbyterian Church. He was an ardent supporter of Young Life and was among the visionaries instrumental in bringing a new YL Camp to Rockbridge, Va. Always encouraging and optimistic, Ed will be sorely missed by many in the Roanoke Valley, on Bald Head Island, and in Naples, Florida. He will be remembered as hard-working, fun-loving, and a friend to all. His faith and courage through his illness inspired many others. As all who knew him would attest, Ed truly valued his faith, family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Young Life, PO Box 20464, Roanoke, VA 24018 or Christ the King, 3959 Electric Rd, Suite 190, Roanoke, VA 24018.
Friends may call at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 6011 Merriman Road, SW, Roanoke, from noon until 2 p.m. and from 4 until 6 p.m. on Friday, January 1, 2010. A graveside service will be held in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 2, 2010. A Celebration of Life will follow at 11:30 a.m. at Church of the Holy Spirit. Pastor Ed Dunnington will officiate.
Absent from the body, present with the Lord. Edward Allen Natt, 64, lifelong Roanoker, died peacefully at home, surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his parents Dr. and Mrs. Jerome Natt, and sister-in-law, Lisa Elmore Cox. He is survived by his devoted wife of twenty-five years, Claire Elmore Natt, and sons, Robert D. Natt and wife Angela and J. Allen Natt. Also surviving are sister Barbara N. Wise and husband Michael, brother Richard P. Natt, parents-in-law, Roger and Leah Elmore, brother-in-law Richard K. Cox, nieces Terry Bennett and Lindsey Elmore Pearson and husband Adam, and great niece and nephew, Brittany and John Bennett.
After attending Roanoke City Schools, Ed graduated with a B.A. in Business Administration from UNC at Chapel Hill in 1967. Upon receipt of his law degree from T.C. Williams School of Law at the University of Richmond, he served as Roanoke City Assistant Attorney, then as Roanoke's first County Attorney. In 1977 he was a founding member of the law firm Osterhoudt, Ferguson, Natt, Aheron and Agee, now Osterhoudt, Prillaman, Natt, Helscher, Yost, Maxwell & Ferguson, PLC. He served in the Army Reserves from 1970 � 1976.
Recognized as one of the best land use attorneys in Southwest Virginia, he also served as a Substitute Judge in Virginia for over twenty-five years. Known for his integrity, wise counsel, and dedication, he was loved by all who had the pleasure of working with him. He won many cases in the Virginia Supreme Court, his latest as recently as last September.
A man of generosity and irreproachable character, Ed loved helping others, especially young people, and was thrilled to open his home to high school and college students throughout the years. In 1993, he was awarded Father of the Year for Family Life by CMMA. Through Roanoke County Parks and Recreation, he loved coaching boys basketball for over thirty years. Always active in civic and community affairs, he served on the Board of Governors for Hidden Valley Country Club and as President of Cave Spring Elementary School PTA, ARC (now Goodwill Industries), and Youth Haven. An avid sports enthusiast, watching UNC basketball and golfing with friends were among his favorite pastimes.
With genuine faith, he served as a deacon of Covenant Presbyterian Church and was a charter member of Christ the King Presbyterian Church. He was an ardent supporter of Young Life and was among the visionaries instrumental in bringing a new YL Camp to Rockbridge, Va. Always encouraging and optimistic, Ed will be sorely missed by many in the Roanoke Valley, on Bald Head Island, and in Naples, Florida. He will be remembered as hard-working, fun-loving, and a friend to all. His faith and courage through his illness inspired many others. As all who knew him would attest, Ed truly valued his faith, family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Young Life, PO Box 20464, Roanoke, VA 24018 or Christ the King, 3959 Electric Rd, Suite 190, Roanoke, VA 24018.
Friends may call at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 6011 Merriman Road, SW, Roanoke, from noon until 2 p.m. and from 4 until 6 p.m. on Friday, January 1, 2010. A graveside service will be held in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 2, 2010. A Celebration of Life will follow at 11:30 a.m. at Church of the Holy Spirit. Pastor Ed Dunnington will officiate.
After attending Roanoke City Schools, Ed graduated with a B.A. in Business Administration from UNC at Chapel Hill in 1967. Upon receipt of his law degree from T.C. Williams School of Law at the University of Richmond, he served as Roanoke City Assistant Attorney, then as Roanoke's first County Attorney. In 1977 he was a founding member of the law firm Osterhoudt, Ferguson, Natt, Aheron and Agee, now Osterhoudt, Prillaman, Natt, Helscher, Yost, Maxwell & Ferguson, PLC. He served in the Army Reserves from 1970 � 1976.
Recognized as one of the best land use attorneys in Southwest Virginia, he also served as a Substitute Judge in Virginia for over twenty-five years. Known for his integrity, wise counsel, and dedication, he was loved by all who had the pleasure of working with him. He won many cases in the Virginia Supreme Court, his latest as recently as last September.
A man of generosity and irreproachable character, Ed loved helping others, especially young people, and was thrilled to open his home to high school and college students throughout the years. In 1993, he was awarded Father of the Year for Family Life by CMMA. Through Roanoke County Parks and Recreation, he loved coaching boys basketball for over thirty years. Always active in civic and community affairs, he served on the Board of Governors for Hidden Valley Country Club and as President of Cave Spring Elementary School PTA, ARC (now Goodwill Industries), and Youth Haven. An avid sports enthusiast, watching UNC basketball and golfing with friends were among his favorite pastimes.
With genuine faith, he served as a deacon of Covenant Presbyterian Church and was a charter member of Christ the King Presbyterian Church. He was an ardent supporter of Young Life and was among the visionaries instrumental in bringing a new YL Camp to Rockbridge, Va. Always encouraging and optimistic, Ed will be sorely missed by many in the Roanoke Valley, on Bald Head Island, and in Naples, Florida. He will be remembered as hard-working, fun-loving, and a friend to all. His faith and courage through his illness inspired many others. As all who knew him would attest, Ed truly valued his faith, family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Young Life, PO Box 20464, Roanoke, VA 24018 or Christ the King, 3959 Electric Rd, Suite 190, Roanoke, VA 24018.
Friends may call at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 6011 Merriman Road, SW, Roanoke, from noon until 2 p.m. and from 4 until 6 p.m. on Friday, January 1, 2010. A graveside service will be held in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 2, 2010. A Celebration of Life will follow at 11:30 a.m. at Church of the Holy Spirit. Pastor Ed Dunnington will officiate.
