Abel Y. Natividad, 59, of Midland joined the Lord in heaven on December 25, 2018. Viewing will be at Monte Sinai Baptist Church, 2105 S. Baird St., Thursday, December 27, 2018, 5-6:45 pm with a service at 7 pm. A funeral service is scheduled also at the church for Friday at 10 am with a graveside following the service, 12:30pm, at Resthaven North cemetery in Midland.Services will be officiated by Rev. Antonio. Pall bearers include Alex Natividad, Lee Natividad, Daniel Natividad, Orlando Natividad, Steven Natividad, Aaron Natividad, Saul Natividad, Jacob Natividad and Robert Natividad, Jr.Abel was born on December 8, 1959 in Sacatonal, Coahuila, Mexico to Presiliano Sr. and Maria Cesaria Natividad of Midland. He is also survived by his wife of 38 years, Ramona R. Natividad and their son, Nicolas Noel Natividad.Abel was full of life and passion and some of his hobbies included spending time with family, dedicating time at his church, Iglesia de la Comunidad, singing, tending to his horses, cooking for his family and friends with his Dutch oven setup and serving as an R.A. counselor. He will be remembered as a devoted Christian, a true definition of a cowboy, his thoughtfulness, honesty, humility, great sense of humor and he always put others before himself. Abel is survived by his parents, wife, son and six brothers and their spouses: Juan Natividad (Margarita), Raul Natividad (Claudia), Daniel Natividad (Rosa), Rafael Natividad (Natalia), Presiliano Jr. Natividad (Rosa Elena), Robert Natividad (Hilda), many uncles, aunts, nephews and nieces, numerous friends and brothers and sisters in Christ.The family expresses sincere gratitude for the constant love, prayers and support.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com,
