Joe N. Daniels Obituary (1950 - 2017)

Joe Nathan Daniels, Sr., age 67, completed his Kingdom assignment here on Earth on Thursday, December 14, 2017 at 7:05 am with peace, grace and affirmation from the Lord. His grandchildren and children were at his bedside on one accord advocating and encouraging each other; a desire of his heart which was signified by the raising of his heartrate and blood pressure. Born Jonathan Daniels, March 8, 1950 at 302 South Cedar Street, Mobile, Alabama to strong parents Amanda "Ma Dear" Louise and Sim Daniels; who preceded him in death. Joe later changed his name to Joe Nathan, so there was clarity in the pronunciation. In a home with six siblings, Joe was the young son and the sixth of the seven children. From birth he was a "momma's boy" with a kind and giving heart to serve others in excellence, especially his family. From an early age, Joe had a strong sense of family and loyalty. He and his sister Mel were inseparable and shared a special bond. Joe attended Mobile County Public Schools and graduated from Central High School in 1972. He was a skilled athlete and had scholarships to play football; however, Joe chose another route. Joe worked in his father's clubs and carried the entrepreneurial spirit received from both his parents. Joe loved music and had a powerful, sensual baritone that melted the hearts of many. Joe was raised in St Joseph's Baptist Church, Mobile, AL. He worked with the youth and taught Sunday School as a teenager. He had a season where he got a" wake up call" that left a "thorn" on his face (cut under his left eye) to remind him that God had His hand on Him. His charisma, strong presence and witty sense of humor drew people to him and opened many doors of friendship and opportunity for him throughout his life. Joe Nathan's heart and the love of his life for 48 years was Mary Edwina Edwards. They were married on February 13, 1970 and remained spiritually connected every year thereafter. Upon the arrival of their first child, Natarsha, Joe knew the club management and opportunities in Mobile were not enough for what he wanted for his family. He joined the United States Army on May 11, 1976 where he served faithfully for 20 years, earning many awards and recognition. He also attended college with a major in Finance and Business. During his service Mary and Joe raised their three children, "Tausha", Joe Jr. and Sonya Marie in the ammunition of the Lord. The family traveled the world and served God in various areas of ministry. The family stayed together, because they prayed, praised and worshipped together. Joe Nathan loved to fish, sing, dance, cook, and play games. He was the best spades player on this side of the East Coast and abroad. He would never go to a family gathering without two decks of cards and his "bones". It is still up in the air whether his son, Joe Jr or grandson, Allen, could beat him at either. Joe passed the love of cooking on to his daughter, Tausha and grandchildren, Shaunie and Allen. He also left a legacy of laughter and sense of unity within all his family. Joe Nathan leaves to carry on his inheritance: devoted wife, Mary Edwina Daniels, Martinsburg, WV; daughters, Natarsha and Sonya Daniels and only son, Joe Daniels, Jr., all residing in Martinsburg, WV; grandchildren, Allen Daniels, Stephanie Washington, Derrick Lyles, Sr., Shauntwanette Daniels, Brianna Daniels, Shante Grant, Raushad Daniels, Na'Tyle Daniels, Clarence Washington, Isaiah Daniels, and Zoe Daniels, all residing in Martinsburg, WV; 14 great-grandchildren, Aniayah Shay Hart, De'yona Daniels, Demetrious Daniels, Rillee Noe, Amier Hart, Ariel Daniels, Jalayah Thomas, Tayshawn Glenn, Derrick Lyles, Jr., Heaven Daniels, Jaleel Tomcho, Cordai Daniels, Jaslynn Tomcho, and Kayden Bennett, all residing in Martinsburg, WV; special daughters-in-love Amanda Kruger, Shena Daniels and Amy Noe; special sons-in-love, Clarence Washington and Michael Gorham; siblings, Simms Wooten, Joseph (Louise) Wooten, James Wooten, Rose (Kirksey) Bolton, Melvina Daniels, and Linda (George) Vidtor; half-siblings, Jura, Jolene, Betty, Wallace, and Gladys Daniels; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and many good friends Funeral Services are being directed by Gary Rollins Funeral Home. The Homegoing Service will be held at Deliverance Ministry and Healing Center, 306 Wilson Street, Martinsburg, West Virginia, Pastor Arlethia Dupree-Jones on Saturday, December 23, 2017; Viewing 10 am followed by Service at 11 am. Services in Mobile, AL will be directed by Lovett's Funeral Home. Services will be held at the New Life Christian Fellowship on Friday, December 29, 2017 with Viewing at 9 am and Funeral Services at 11 am. Interment will be at Alabama State Veterans Memorial Cemetery at Spanish Fort, December 29 at 2:30 pm.