Nathaniel John Mortimer

1979-2021

 

     Nathaniel John Mortimer, 41, of Keokuk died January 24, 2021 in Keokuk. 

     Nathaniel was born on September 1, 1979, the son of Penny Sue Mortimer Hale and Jim Smith. In 2010 he was united in marriage to Christie Simpson in Keokuk. She survives. 

     Nate is also survived by his son, Scott Mortimer of Lafayette, IN, a daughter, Keagan Benedict of Donnellson, a step-daughter, Britni Simpson of Des Moines, IA, two step-sons, Korben Benedict of Donnellson and Michael Simpson of Des Moines, one grandchild, Ezra Parson, his father, Jim Smith of Camp Point, IL, two sisters, Renea Glenn (Bubby) of Keokuk and Misty Scott of Ursa, IL, one brother, Chris Smith of Omaha, NE, a maternal grandfather, Jack Mortimer of Keokuk, a niece, Hailey Mortimer (Brittney) of Keokuk, a nephew, Jerry Glenn of Keokuk and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. 

     He was preceded in death by his mother, Penny Sue Mortimer Hale, a maternal grandmother, Sharon Mortimer, paternal grandparents, James & Rosa Smith, and mother-in-law, Carol Simpson. 

     Anyone who knew Nate, knew that he was always up for an adventure, especially ghost hunting. He enjoyed working on cars and was always tinkering on something. He was best known as a “Jack of All Trades.” 

     Services will be held at a later date. 

     The Vigen Memorial Home is assisting family with arrangements. 

     Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.vigenmemorialhome.com