Nanetta Harvey

To my beloved family, friends, and those who are present to comfort them,
As most here may know, my name is Nanetta Claudia Harveys, but some knew me as ‘Ain’t Nobody Bad Like Nina!’. You all know I was bad. Come on, you can say it. I was born as a blessing unto my father and mother Clemie and Bernice Roberts on a glorious Saturday, June 24, 1950 in Oxnard, California. I attended and graduated from Oxnard High School. I loved my school years, and yes I would strike up a conversation like it was nothing back then as well. If there was a friend to be made, I made one.
Later in life I went on to work for Camarillo State Hospital. I dedicated over 20 wonderful years of service to the hospital in the food service department. I would like to think God worked through me to be a blessing unto the patients at that time; whether it be through my award winning cooking, or the kindness and loved I showed to those with disabilities. Retiring from Camarillo State Hospital was a bitter sweet. I was happy and sad to go.
I accepted Christ at a young age in life. It is not that I had much choice. Our mom made sure we all went to church and it was the most loving thing she could have ever done for her children. I lived my life as a woman of faith all the way to the end. We do not always know or agree with His plans, but I had faith He still knew what was best for Nina.
Although I lived life to the fullest, there were very few things that brought me great joy. My music, dancing and singing were just a few. I loved it loud and played it often. And I could sing and dance. It didn’t matter if some of you thought I couldn’t, if it was what Nina wanted, Nina did it how she wanted. Even if it was a little off key. Although my greatest joy in life was my family. Especially my grandchildren. Words can not explain the love I had for them. Family is important. I truly loved and enjoyed you all. The funny thing about family, my friends knew they were my family too...and I loved you all just the same.
Well I must close now. I know you all will miss me, just as I will miss you. Take care of each other until we meet again in heaven. Continue to care after my Alfred Williams, just as I loved and cared after him. Look after my sister Judge Betty Roberts Barbeito (Luis) and keep an eye on my brother Clemie Roberts Jr. (Rosalind). Protect my daughters Lisa Wright and Michelle Cannon (Ted). Love on my precious grandchildren Devin Burnett Roberts, Brittany Wright, Travonne Cannon, Tj Cannon, Christian Cannon, Caylin Cannon, Zoe Cannon, Isaiah Cannon, Israel Cannon, and Zion Cannon; as well, my great grandchild Devyn Burnett Roberts. Don’t forget about my nieces and nephew Nakeisha Robinson (Carlvin), Kelley Weaver (Jeff) and Ayan Roberts. Of course I have not forgotten about a host of other family and friends that I was blessed to have shared my life with. I lived life to the fullest and loved my family with all my heart. Now I ask that you love on each other.
Well, I’ve gone home to join my father Clemie Roberts Sr. and mother Bernice Stewart; my sister Doris Stewart and brother Willie James Stewart.
My mansion is ready and my wings are tailored to fit. They look good on me too. Listen, I had a life worth celebrating, and that is what I want you all to do. I will always love you and I will always be there in your hearts.
With All My Love,
Nina