Droves of family and friends said their goodbyes to recently-deceased singer Nate Dogg yesterday (March 26).
MTV News covered the event, providing footage from outside the service. Among the attendees were Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, DJ Quik, Warren G, Kurupt, Mack-10 and WC.
“1986, Poly High School, that’s where we connected for the first time,” said Snoop Dogg at the sorrowful gathering. “We didn’t know each other, but the music connected us. We built a brotherhood, a friendship.”
“It hurts me so much to see this,” said Warren G, with whom Nate famously recorded “Regulate.” “We been through a whole lot and that was my dog. He stayed down with me from the bottom to the top. I didn’t ever think I would have to sit at a funeral for one of my dogs. All I can say is that was my friend, me him and Snoop was 213 from the balls to the walls. The music industry lost an incredible artist.”
“He was a loving caring individual,” added Snoop. “If you listen to his music, he took church melodies and flipped it with hip-hop. I’m so honored, so happy that you gave me the opportunity, God, to know Nate Dogg. I want to stand here and cry, but I have to have the strength for you Nate Dogg. It’s 213, DPG for life.”
Nate Dogg died on March 15 due to complications from multiple strokes
memory of Nate Dogg, a memorial trust has been set up for expenses of services and the financial security of Nate’s children. 100% of ALL donations will be given to Nate Dogg’s family. If you wish to make a donation, below is the information on how to do so.
Online, you can make a donation using PayPal by clicking HERE. The donations will be deposited directly into the Trust account set up at 1st Century Bank. Please note you do not need to have a PayPal account to donate online.
By mail, send your donation to:
“NATE DOGG MEMORIAL TRUST”
c/o Gerber & Co., Inc.
1880 Century Park East, Suite 200
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Please make the donation check payable to ““NATE DOGG MEMORIAL TRUST”
By wire:
NATE DOGG MEMORIAL TRUST
ABA, Routing # 122243761
Account # 1100017324
Domestic Wire Transfers:
1st Century Bank
1875 Century Park East
Los Angeles, CA 90067
In person, you can make a deposit to the “NATE DOGG MEMORIAL TRUST” at 1st Century Bank 1875 Century Park East. Los Angeles, CA 90067
For any additional information, please email: natedoggtrust@cashmereagency.com