Nathaniel Jacob Acosta
Nathaniel Jacob Acosta was born on December 18, 1972. He was someone who loved the ocean since he was a child and would create any excuse to be in the water or on the sandy shore. He could read the waves as if he were reading a book. He bodyboarded, surfed, and swam in the sea, constantly. He free-dived for fish and dove deep for lobster. He collected shells and interesting rocks from the shores. Not only did he love the ocean, he loved the forest and mountains. He hiked, hunted, and filled his years with endless adventure. Nathaniel found comfort and beauty in the wild places of the world.
Nathaniel earnestly shared his life with others. He would talk and laugh for hours with those he loved. He could make any stranger he met his best friend in five minutes. He forged many deep connections throughout our community. He leaves a void in our hearts, but the thought of him at his best will continue to inspire all of us around him.
Although Nathaniel struggled with mental health issues in the last few years, he lived a life filled with happiness, celebrations, and strong connections with his network of family and friends.
Nathaniel will always be the man who smiles after every hike. He will always love his favorite bird and favorite sea animal: the cooper hawk and the orca. He will always be able to point out any plant or animal and know its name. He will always be the man who perfected making pancakes, french toast, and sausages. He will always love reading a good sci-fi book before bed. He will always love his techno, rock, and pop songs. He will always be laughing at his own jokes. He will always be able to talk for hours about everything and nothing. He will always be a creative and innovative man. He will always jump at the chance to travel and experience new cultures. He will always wake up before the sun has even risen. He will always be there watching the sunset. Nathaniel will always be all these things in our minds and hearts.
He is survived by his children, Lucas, Alexia, and Enzo Acosta; the mother of his children, Fabiana Acosta; his parents, Jenny Sullivan and Gustavo Acosta; his sisters, Estrella Acosta and Josie Hoffman; and his brothers, Jesse Acosta and twin Jethro Acosta. His legacy will continue to guide and inspire us. Although we miss him tremendously, we know his spirit lives on in our hearts, memories, and the ocean.
Nathaniel’s memorial service will be on Sunday, August 11th at 3PM, Elings Park in the Amphitheater. Kindly RSVP here: https://forms.gle/VuWzWGTT3siEjw1e8