Nathaniel Hampton Sr. peacefully departed this life on June 30, 2026, at the age of 89.
He was born on May 25, 1937, in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee, to the late Earl Hampton and Carrie Williams-Hampton. Nathaniel was the second oldest of nine children and graduated from Clark Training High School. At an early age, he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior and was baptized in the Christian faith, a commitment that remained the foundation of his life.
As a young man, Nathaniel relocated to Detroit, Michigan, where he established his home and built a life centered on faith, family, and hard work. He married Inell Hampton, and together they were blessed with five children: Nathaniel Jr., Xavier, Keishawn, Keisha and Quinton.
After a divorce, Nathaniel relocated to Nashville, Tennessee. He was a gifted professional painter who dedicated many years of his life to his craft. Beyond his profession, he possessed a deep love for gospel music and ministry. He served as a Gospel Disc Jockey on WNAH 1360 AM, where he shared messages of hope and inspiration through music. He was also a devoted member and singer with the New Hebron Echos Southern Gospel Quartet. His passion for spreading God’s Word through song touched countless lives and left an enduring impact on everyone who heard him.
Nathaniel was known for his warm spirit, infectious smile, and genuine love for people.
He leaves to cherish his precious memory: three sons, Nathaniel Hampton Jr. (Janet), Xavier Hampton (Glenda), and Quinton Hampton; one daughter, Keisha Hampton-Williams (Ulysses); two brothers, Charlie Hampton and Jewell Hampton; three sisters, Dora Whittaker, Myra Hampton, and Carrie O. Frierson; seven beloved grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, cherished friends, neighbors, and all whose lives were blessed by knowing him.
Although he has departed from this earthly life, Nathaniel Hampton Sr.’s legacy of faith, love, kindness, and devotion to God will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. His life was a testimony of God’s grace, and his memory will continue to be a blessing to generations to come.
Visitation with family will be Monday, July 13, 2026, from 11:30 to 12:00PM. with funeral service to follow at 12:00 PM at Saint Ruth PB Church. Interment will be in Orr Chapel Cemetery, 8397 W. Sheepneck Road, Sandy Hook, TN. Officiant will be Rev Lesa Webster-Dawson; Eulogist will be Elder Kerry James.
The family appreciates your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. A full obituary celebrating Nathaniel’s life will be shared at a later date.
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This obituary was published by Williams Funeral Home & Crematory – Columbia.
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