Natalie J. Gazda, 93, of Orange Park, FL, formerly of Cape Coral, FL and Brewerton, NY, went on ahead July 7, 2026. A tireless volunteer with youth groups, Sunday School and Vacation Bible School, she logged over 1000 hours volunteering at WCNY. She was a lifetime blood donor giving more than 70 gallons. After becoming a member of The Loyal Order of Moose in Baldwinsville, she continued with Pine Island Lodge #1954, where she served in multiple posts and won many distinctions and honors. She was also active with The Matlacha Hookers, a 501c3 charitable women’s organization raising scholarship and grant money as well as pitching in with hurricane relief after the devastation of Hurricane Ian. Before retirement Natalie had worked at C.E. Chappell’s Department Store and as a respected real estate agent.

Natalie was predeceased by her daughter Sharon and husband Walter. She is survived by two sons, Ralph and his wife Susan (who was like a daughter to her). Robert and his partner Cindy. Two grandsons, Parker and his wife Amy, and Zeke and his partner Eden. And one great-granddaughter Breezy Lou. She lived a full life of faith and service to others, and will be missed by many.

If you wish, a contribution can be made to The Matlacha Hookers on their website matlachahookers.org.