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In memory of
Nathan "Nate" Gruwell
January 27, 1965 - March 15, 2024
Jan 27, 1965 - Mar 15, 2024
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Obituary
Nathan "Nate" Gruwell went home to Jesus on March 15, 2024 at age 59. His loss was completely unexpected and the family is shocked and deeply saddened.
Nate was born to Merrill and Patricia Gruwell on January 27, 1965 in Whittier, California. As a child, he loved playing for hours in the backyard, or out in the neighborhood on his bike with his friends. Nate met his ex-wife, Cecile, in college; they married in 1987, …
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Nathan and I met in high school and became fast friends. He was ALWAYS the upbeat guy with something nice to say. Hones…
Nathan and I met in high school and became fast friends. He was ALWAYS the upbeat guy with somethin…
Nathan and I met in high school and became fast friends. He was …
Even though we attended HS together, our Senior year, by the lockers at the bottom of the football field at LSHS I saw …
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Community Involvement
Church
Attendee of
Calvary Chapel Chino Hills
Participated in
Attendee of
Capo Valley 4 Wheelers
Favorites
What were Nate's favorite local spots?
Laguna Beach; Silverado Canyon
Laguna Beach; Silverado Canyon
Laguna Beach; Silverado Canyon
What were Nate's favorite performances to watch?
The Producers; NASCAR; GOOD basketball games
The Producers; NASCAR; GOOD basketball games
The Producers; NASCAR; GOOD basketball games
What were Nate's favorite foods?
Sushi; tacos, or anything Mexican
Sushi; tacos, or anything Mexican
Sushi; tacos, or anything Mexican
What was Nate's favorite color?
Camouflage!
Camouflage!
Camouflage!
Timeline
Born
January 27th, 1965
Started elementary school
1970
Murphy Ranch Elementary School, Janine Drive, Whittier, CA
Gained a sibling
1971
Survived by
Nikki DeLapp
Daughter
Devin DeLapp
Son-in-law
Asher DeLapp
Grandson
Levi DeLapp
Grandson
Merrill Gruwell
Father
Tracey Ramirez
Sister
Kodi Ramirez
Niece
Predeceased by
Patricia Gruwell
Mother
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Other key details
Cause of death
Heart failure
Method of disposition
Cremation
Final resting place
Ashes kept in an urn
at home with me
Funeral services provided by
Omega Society
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