Nathaniel Keith Brantley

Nathaniel Keith Brantley age 38 was called home due to heart complications on December 31st 2024 at Banner University Hospital in Phoenix Arizona. Nathaniel was born on September 10th, 1986, in Tucson Arizona to Joel Jerry Brantley Jr and Rebecca Lynette Brantley.

Displaying true compassion for others in every walk of life. He was not judgmental. He loved life and took enjoyment out of simple pleasures such as theme parks, movies, anime, shows, and conversations with family and friends.

He loved to play video games such as Call of Duty Black Ops & Final Fantasy.

He loved to spend time with his family during gatherings. Which would include food, music, games and lots of laughter. He loved to laugh while making others laugh unintentionally.

He always had an illuminating light that naturally came from within. Which made others gravitate towards him. He could brighten up a cloudy day.

He loved his dog Balucci and he loved watching sports. Mainly football and basketball. His favorite teams were the Patriots and the Celtics.

He loved his son Franklin and his stepdaughters Ailyn & Adriana tremendously.

His smile will never be forgotten, and his presence will always be felt.

Nathaniel is survived by his children Franklin Malik Brantley Flores, Ailyn Yesenia Rivas Flores, and Adriana Mary Rivas Flores. His mother Rebecca Brantley. His brother Tyson Batts. His sisters Anganette Wilson, Lakisha Brantley, M’lissa Brantley and Monique Brantley. His 15 nieces and nephews. Alexus, Asja, Isaac, Jeremiah, Noah, Alanah, Aniyah, Isabella, Jonah, Lilly, Nariah, Ryan, Kingston, JoyElle, Micah and numerous cousins.

Family friends and others are invited to Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home at 4800 East Indian School Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85018 to celebrate the life of Nathaniel Brantley. On Tuesday January 14th from 2:00 p.m.– 5:00 p.m.

May we remember and reminisce while supporting each other during this time of grief. The impact that Nathaniel had on us all.