Nathan E. Avery, 48, died on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019, at the Dayton Veterans Administration Hospital. 

He was born on Nov. 13, 1971, to Ralph E. and Linda K. (Montague) Avery, Jr., they survive in Alger. 

Nathan worked for Eagle Coach in Cincinnati as a finish inspector. He attended the Alger Assembly of God Church.   Nathan was a U.S. navy veteran who served during the Gulf War on the USS Hunley.  He received his associate degree in Quality Control from Rhodes State College. 

Nathan is also survived by his two daughters: Eliza Ruby Page Avery and Eris Jade Faith Avery both of Wapakoneta; a brother, Travis J. Avery of Lima; and two nephews.

It was Nathan’s request to be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date.