Nathan Anderson Sr. affectionately known as "Buddy" was born May 9, 1951 in Jessup, Georgia, to Robert Sr. and Celia Anderson.

Nathan was a loving father and grandfather who was legendary and protective to all he called family. He loved to laugh and have fun, and brought joy to all around him while enjoying spending quality time with his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father: Robert Anderson Sr. ; his mother: Celia Anderson; one brother: Eddie Anderson; and two sisters: Rachel Simmons and Florence Davis.

He leaves to cherish his memory and continue his legacy to his children; Pamela Renee Cherry (Albert) and Nathan Anderson Jr. (Cynethia); grandchildren: Ronisha (Jose), Kyria,Shadrena, Anfernee, Antavious, De'Asia, Arziria, Harold, Anquavious, Akhysta, Alayis, LaQuencya and Que' Sean;one brother: Robert Anderson(Betty);one sister:Alberta Nix; one brother-n-law: Isreal Simmons; and a host of great-grandchildren, uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and sorrowing friends