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1935 - 2012
 Bernard Lee Nicholas, 77, of Milton, passed away Tuesday, October 30, 2012. Bernard wanted us to tell you he proudly accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior at the age of 12, at Union Baptist Church, then was baptized in the muddy waters of Mud River, under the spiritual direction of Rev. Homer Curry. During his lifetime, he was ordained as Deacon on May 17, 1970, at Zoar Baptist Church for many years and served the Lord in many leadership areas of the church. He enjoyed teaching and leading the choir. Bernard enjoyed driving for Yesterday Delivery after retiring from Bernies Photography. Bernard was born in Cabell County to Clifton John Nicholas and Eva Morris Nicholas Johnson, who preceded him in death, along with his sister, Helen Nicholas Chapman and son-in-law, David M. Gibson. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Janet Conner Nicholas; daughters, Alice Nicholas Shoemaker (Mark) and Mary Beth Gibson. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Sarah and Andy Shoemaker along with step brothers and step sisters and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Wallace Funeral Home, Milton. Funeral services will be observed at 1 p.m. Friday, November 2, 2012, at Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, by Rev. Winford Curry and Rev. Keith Creasy. Burial will be in Forest Memorial Park, Milton. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.
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There are currently 7 condolences.
Sharon Shaw
Thursday November 15, 2012 at
11:26 AM
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Janet, I'm so sorry for your loss. Randy and I have been out of town and had not seen the paper. I'm sorry, too, that I do not have your address to send a more personal note. "Be not dismayed what err betide, God will take care of you...."(song) Praying for you and the girls.
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Doris Ball
zigdj@aol.com
Saturday November 3, 2012 at
11:20 AM
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Janet, Both Bob and I are sincerely sorry about the passing of Bernard. Please accept our condolences. Doris Ball
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Shirley & Dallas Wicker
m2478@verizon.net
Saturday November 3, 2012 at
6:07 AM
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Janet,
We are very sorry to hear about Bernard. You are in our prayers.
Shirley & Dallas
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Debee Noffsinger
watoga@aol.com
Friday November 2, 2012 at
7:34 AM
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Mary and Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. May you be comforted by the knowledge that he is free from pain and watching over you always. Please know you are in the prayers and hearts of many during this trying time. If you need anything please call! Love Debee
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Debbie Newman
beachbum61@zoominternet.net
Friday November 2, 2012 at
2:17 AM
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Janet & girls we are so sorry for your loss.
Bernard was always so kind to all of us kids growing up. Janet as you know mom loves you, & loved Bernard very much. She has great memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Sis (Morris) Christian & Debbie, Tricia, Brenda, Dreama & Bruce
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Teresa Adams Adkins
Thursday November 1, 2012 at
8:50 PM
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Alice and Mary, I'm sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Please accept my condolences, and I'll be praying for you and your families.
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Dick Chapman
Thursday November 1, 2012 at
8:36 PM
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Janet,
I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you and your family.
-Dick
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