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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Bernard Lewis
September 15, 2022
I've been thinking about you Rick, you were such a great friend. I miss our talks, you helped Van and I get a job at OFS and later at Infineon. You were a big help in my conversion to Catholicism. Our four wheel drive trips to the Cash brothers and the Pedlar River were legendary. I look forward to seeing you again brother.
Harvie Lance
September 14, 2020
I still remember the good times. You knew more about the civil war than anyone I ever knew. My God bless the family and friends of both you and Andy.
Sandra Briggs
September 22, 2010
To your spirit, Rick. May it soar ever higher. :)
Lee Smith
September 22, 2010
To the family of Richard Worth Nester,
We at Westhampton Memorial Park wish to express our deepest sympathies for the loss of your loved one and we pray that God will help to ease your pain in the days to come. We are proud and honored to be chosen as their final resting place. This is a responsibility that we do not take lightly and we pledge the highest level of perpetual care to honor their memory. Please do not hesitate to call us with any concerns or if there is anything we can do to make these difficult experiences any easier.
Lee Smith
Family Service Counselor
Westhampton Memorial Park
804-740-1948
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Joanne Bartels
September 22, 2010
To the Family of Rick Nester: What a wonderful man he was! He was the kind of man who would do anything for a friend. I knew Rick for over 30 years. He was one of the kindess men I have ever known. He will be greatly missed. What a sad day this is. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time.
Ken Mulkearns
September 22, 2010
Knowing Rick enriched my life. He was a gifted story teller who could spin a tale about a Civil War location that would let you feel and understand what it was like for the people involved. He entertained and inspired with his stories of canoe trips down the river or hunting with his black powder rifle, and his tale of the treasure that might be hidden on his property was unforgettable. I will always remember his wit and ready laugh.
Rick was my friend and I will miss him.
Sherry Young Deaton
September 21, 2010
Rick was one of my favorite colleagues at the Atlanta Works. Always kept us laughing. He helped me obtain a rare civil war book for my husbands birthday. Have missed his stories and legends about the "war of northern aggression". Fine man, fine life.
Dan and Debbie Eiser
September 21, 2010
I feel honored to have known Rick and was fortunate to regularly correspond with him via e-mail since retiring from Lucent in 2001. He had an incredible, positive attitude and was always more concerned about others rather than about his own condition. We are better folks for having known him.
Bob Bolton
September 21, 2010
Rick was a good man friend and coworker.
He always looked on the brighter side.
I will always remember our trip to Germany.He will be remembered in my thoughts and prayers.
Donal, Karen, Ciara & Rory Fleming
September 21, 2010
We are so sorry to hear this terrible news. Rick was a wonderful man. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
September 21, 2010
Damnit Rick, You left me and all your frineds way to early. I am and will always be your friend. Sounds like Star Trek doesn't it? GOD only knows the stuff and the times we have had together. There is to much to say and I can't do it here, Hope you know my thoughts.
Always your friend and will always be.
Bill Briggs, Sandy and Mary Ann Briggs
Debra Caplinger
September 21, 2010
He will be missed!
Michael Wintemute
September 21, 2010
"Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints."
Psalms 116:15
The world needs more people like Rick. Everyone who knew him is diminished by his passing.
Dan, Susan, and Savannah Cave
September 21, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Bobbie Mullins Ferrante
September 21, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. What a wonderful person Rick was and will always carry wonderful memories of him and all the laughs at AT&T.
Randy & Sylvia Britt
September 21, 2010
Rick was an inspiration to all who had the privilege of knowing him. We will miss his kindness, sincerity, humor, and his wonderful way of telling a story. There is a sense of emptiness without him among us, but he will continue in our thoughts and we will cherish our many fond memories of him. Our prayers are with you and your family for peace and comfort during this time of sorrow.
Wes Harris
September 21, 2010
I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Rick at Lucent in Atlanta. He will be missed by all.
Ed and Sharon Owens
September 21, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Harv ie Lance
September 21, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Russ Collins
September 21, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Rick at Western Electric and he was a wonderful person. He was always cheerful and helpful.
Bernard & Van Lewis
September 20, 2010
We are so sad to hear of Rick passing away. Rick was such a great friend. He was a kind, generous and caring soul. We had some great times together and will miss him. Rick will always live on in our hearts. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Bernard and Van
Lili Spain
September 20, 2010
Sharon and Family,
I just wanted to thank you for sharing Rick with me. I only met him one time, but I will always remember his kindness and his love for his family. I am sorry that I will not be able to attend the services, but you know I am with you in spirit.
All my love,
Lili R. Spain
Spiritual Care Coordinator
Hospice of Virginia
Brenda Agee
September 20, 2010
Sharon & Family,
I was so very sorry to hear about Rick's passing. I am sorry to say I did not know Rick was ill. I worked with Rick for about 25 years. He was one of the nicest, most respectful people I have ever known. He was always smiling and was always so pleasant. It was a great priviledge to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at the very sad and difficult time.
Brenda Agee
Mike Seiter
September 20, 2010
We're sorry for your loss. We enjoyed the times we were able to spend together. Memories of Rick will always bring smiles to our faces. He will be missed. God Bless. Mike, Bobbie, and Kelsey Seiter
Peggy Way
September 20, 2010
Dear Sharon, Mike and Mike, I can just imagine the sadness you are going through and I will keep you in my heart and prayers. You were blessed to have such a wonderful be a part of your life - he truly loved his family and was always good company. God bless you at this time and know that Rick is with his God. Love you, Aunt Peggy.
Phelps
September 20, 2010
To the Family, Andy, and Cheri, please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. Ricky has been our thoughts and prayers. The Phelps Family, Sylvia, Sharon, Sheila, and Shelley. Andy, please get in contact with Sylvia
Geanna Outlaw-Farkas
September 20, 2010
Sharon and Family,
I am so so sorry to hear about Rick. He will be greatly missed. He was such a dear and good person. I had the pleasure of working with Rick at Qimonda. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Geanna Outlaw-Farkas
Chester, Virginia
Mary Dugie
September 20, 2010
Nester Family,
Remember that Rick was a good friend to many, and that he will be missed by everyone who knew him. My hope is that you all find strength in knowing he was loved by many.
Henry Beckew
September 20, 2010
I will miss him. he was an inspiration to me in the way he carried himself through his battle with cancer. I will forever remember his ability to put a positive spin on things in his life. ...and what courage he demonstrated along the way.
i am thankful for having known him and I'm sure i'll get to take him fishing in heaven one day. i understand the bite is always on up there!
Wayne Peters
September 20, 2010
Rick was the very definition of courage. He will missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this most difficult time. He may be gone, but he will certainly not be forgotten.
Sue & Tommy Agee
September 20, 2010
Sharon, Rick was the most loyal of friends. We will always remember how hard he worked for us when corporate was trying to do everything they could to keep people from transfering to Ga. So very sorry for your loss. Rick was a very special person and will be missed by all who knew him. May God bless you and the family. Please accept our sincere sympathy. Sue and Tommy Agee Franklin, North Carolina
September 20, 2010
Rick may you find peace in death. I just know you're in heaven, my Teddy Bear. Sharon, may you be comforted in knowledge that Rick was loved by many. Bless you, hun, in your time of grief. I hope you find comfort soon. Sandra H. Briggs (Quinton, VA)
Linny Jackson
September 20, 2010
God bless him. He was one of the kindest, easy going people I have ever known. I know he will be missed and we can only hope to get to see him again someday.
DONALD SHINN
September 20, 2010
Sharon
may god bless you and your fAMILY IN THIS TIME OF SORROW. RICK WAS A GREAT FRIEND OF MINE. RICK WAS LOVED BY ALL WHO WORKED WITH HIM AT ATT AND LUCENT.WE WILL NEVER FORGET ALL THE HELP HE GAVE US WHEN WE WERE WORKING WITH HIM IN RICH. AND ATL. WE THANK GOD FOR GIVING US RICK.
John & Patricia Maybush
September 20, 2010
With deepest sympathy for your loss, prayers come your way.
September 20, 2010
To have known Rick was to witness courage, kindness and his love for his family & fellow man.
willie coleman
September 20, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ross Tate
September 20, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. May you all find the strength you need at this difficult time.
September 20, 2010
May God be with you in this time of grief. Richard was a fine man.
G.E.Wilson Lee-Jackson Camp 1 SCV.
September 20, 2010
What a great person. Ricky and I went through school together, had many classes together. He was a really good person, a good friend. Always a smile, and an ear.........I'm so sorry to hear of his illness and passing. Keeping you all in my prayers and Ricky in my thoughts....God bless him and each of you. "Each life touches another..." Susie Tyrone Kirkland
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