Nathaniel (Nate) Joseph Dietz Obituary (1985 - 2024)

Nathaniel Joseph (Nate) Dietz passed away unexpectedly on April 29, 2024 at the age of 39. His family, friends and colleagues are devastated by this immense loss. Nate will forever be missed and always loved. Nate was born at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue, Washington on April 19, 1985 to Walter and Wilma Dietz. He was raised in Seattle and attended Seattle Lutheran High School graduating with the Class of 2003. He also studied at Shoreline, Green River, Seattle Community College, and Bellevue College. Nate's generous heart, caring spirit, and genuine kindness was felt by all who were touched by his beautiful soul. He was a natural mentor and had an innate ability to make people feel worthy and accepted. Nate also leaves behind many friends who he was devoted to and shared life with from early childhood through each chapter of his life. They were all brothers and sisters from another mother, as the saying goes. "Long Live Adventure" was tattooed on Nate's arm. He loved nature and had many experiences camping and exploring the beauty of the Pacific Northwest and beyond. He and his father shared a love of 'van life'. In his early twenties, Nate found his first true love, Big Blue, a 1985 Volkswagen van which brought him joy and good memories. Nate explored the world, initially with his father, then with friends. His most cherished trip was with his mother to her homeland in the Philippines. He connected with family who reside there today. Through travel to Asia, Turkey, Costa Rica, and Yosemite National Park and beyond, Nate left his imprint and made new friends everywhere he went. During these adventures across the seas or in his front yard, Nate would celebrate Mother Nature's gifts. Blessed with a keen eye and love of photography, he would capture sunrises and sunsets, mountain shadows, clouds, and oceans. These photos became cherished gifts, which are now our treasures and a beautiful reminder of Nate. Along with his passion for photography, Nate loved spending time in his local neighborhood, he was known to many as the 'Mayor' of Fremont. You would always find him singing from the bottom of his heart with a Karaoke Machine as his back- up band. Nate is survived by his dear mother, Wilma Dietz; two sisters, Lesley (Edward) Braun and Darlene (Ken) Ebilane; nephews, Thomas Braun and Kaleb Ebilane; a niece, Devyn Ebilane; as well as beloved aunts, uncles and many wonderful cousins. Nate also leaves behind the love of his life, Kimberly Lynn. They were looking forward to a beautiful life together as they were planning their wedding for July 19, 2025. Their bond was unmatched as they loved every piece of one another including "Randy Johnson-the little unit" their beloved black Cocker Spaniel and "Theordorable" the King of the house, their Main Coon cat. The entire Lynn family cherished Nate and viewed him as one of their own. He will be missed beyond measure. Nate was preceded in death by his father, Walter. We find comfort in knowing they are together again, exploring the beauty of Heaven. If you would like to donate to support the family during this tragic time please visit the GO FUND ME page set up in his name.