Surrounded by his loving family, Kenneth Russell Nicholas, 74, of Fayetteville, WV, formerly of Charleston, entered into rest peacefully on Sunday, November 13, 2016 following a long illness.
Born May 21, 1942 at Widen, WV he was the son of Rena Paxton Nicholas of Fayetteville and the late Russell Nicholas.
A devoted son, brother, father and grandfather, he touched many lives throughout his career as a certified nursing assistant and caregiver.
Kenneth was a Christian and attended Crooked Run Church. He enjoyed spending time with his family, gardening, and hiking with his dog. He will always be remembered for his peaceful nature and the kindness he showed to others.
In addition to his mother, Rena, he is survived by sister, Linda (Dick) White of Sutton; brother, Larry (Mary) Nicholas of Troutman, NC; daughter, Melissa Adkins of Robson; son and daughter-in-law, Clifford and Trinity Nicholas of Mt. Carbon; son-in-law, Tracy Adkins of Fayetteville; grandchildren, Emily Patrick, Sarah and Earl Dunlap, Samantha Patrick, Valerie Adkins, and Russell and Raven Nicholas; great grandchildren, Bralen Jones and Roelynn Dunlap; an his dog, Toby, who was his best friend.
The family would like to thank Hidden Valley Center and Bowers Hospice House in Beckley for the care Kenneth received. A special thank you also goes to Tracy Adkins for the wonderful care he provided.
A memorial service will be on Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. at Tyree Funeral Home in Oak Hill with Pastor Joann Treadway officiating
In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial donations be made to Bowers Hospice House, 454 Cranberry Drive, Beckley WV 25801
Online condolences may be sent at
www.tyreefuneralhome.com
Arrangements by Tyree Funeral Home, Oak Hill, WV