Nathaniel Michael Ansay

Nathaniel Michael Ansay, 24, of Effingham, SC, passed away Tuesday, May 20. 2025.

Nate was born in Florence, South Carolina, to Kimberly Odom Hatfield and Christopher Ansay. A proud graduate of the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy, he served as a Deputy with the Florence County Sheriff's Office. Nate was a dedicated member of the “B” Squad and part of the esteemed K9 Tracking Team.

Passionate about the outdoors, Nate found great joy in fishing and nature. He also served as the Assistant Captain of the South Florence High School Bass Fishing Team, where he inspired younger anglers with his leadership and enthusiasm.

He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents and paternal grandfather.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by stepfather, Brandon Hatfield; girlfriend, Elizabeth Lee; brothers, Branson Hatfield and Christopher Ansay, Jr; sisters, Madilyn Hatfield and Kryslyn Ansay; paternal grandmother, Mona Ansay; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to SFHS Bass Fishing Team, 3200 S Irby St, Florence, SC 29505.

The family will receive friends 1:00 – 3:00 PM Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at Florence Baptist Temple with the funeral service to follow at 3:00 PM at the church.

Burial will follow at Florence Memorial Gardens.

Please sign the guestbook for the family at www.stoudenmiredowling.com