Nathanel Lee Mauzy was born in Ramsey, Kentucky. His parents were George Easter Mauzy and Carma Dale (Stewart) Mauzy. He had six siblings: Opal Mauzy, Ruby Cobb, Dorothy Claypool, Betty Brown, Lynda Ryan, and Weldon Mauzy.
Nathanel Mauzy went to Calhoun school. He was drafted into the Army in 1951. He was deployed to Japan and Korea. Mr. Mauzy had numerous medal and awards for his outstanding service. He was honorably discharged and retired in 1981 as a Command Sergeant Major.