David Robert Nankivell Sr.

David Robert Nankivell Sr. obituary, Elkton, VA

David Robert Nankivell Sr.

David Nankivell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kyger Funeral Home - Harrisonburg on May 5, 2023.
David Robert Nankivell, Sr., 84, of Keezletown, passed away on Wednesday May 3, 2023 at home.
Mr. Nankivell was born on February 25, 1939 in Shamokin, PA, and was a son of the late David A. and Mary Hughs (Young) Nankivell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, David R. Nankivell, Jr., and a sister, Lucinda Purcell.
He was a member of the United Methodist Church and served the Shenandoah and Cedar Grove Charges. David was also a member of the Keezletown Ruritan Club for 28 years, and an avid bowler.
On December 18, 1960 he married the former Mary Michael who survives.
In addition to his wife, Mr. Nankivell is survived by his daughters, Riki Lynn Nankivell, Stacey Anne Shifflett (Robin), Dawn Michele Lantz (Jeff); a son, Kevin Lee Nankivell; six grandchildren, Mollie Marr, Cassandra Nankivell, Corey Shifflett, Hillary Dove, Joshua Shifflett, Miranda Lantz; and four great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday May 13, 2023 at 2 PM at Keezletown United Methodist Church with Pastor Joel Robinette officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests all memorial contributions be made to the Keezletown United Methodist Church, 1456 Indian Trail Road, Keezletown, VA 22832; or to the Rockingham County Fire and Rescue, 20 East Gay St., Harrisonburg, VA 22802.
The family would like to extend a sincere THANK YOU to the staff of Sentara RMH Hospice, for all the care they provided.
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