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Charles Nicholas Obituary
He was born on November 5, 1956 in Charlottesville, VA, to the late Charles C. and Susan E. (Barbour) Nicholas.
He was the grandson of the late Deacon Joseph "Joe" and Lottie Barbour.
He graduated in 1975 from Waynesboro High School. He retired from Miller-Coors with 26 years of service and worked for McCutcheon and Jones Funeral
Home and Cremation Services.
He was a true servant of God. A very loyal and dedicated Deacon of Shiloh Baptist church of Waynesboro and later moved his membership to Union Baptist Church of Waynesboro where he continued serving faithfully in the Deacon Ministry and sung in various church choirs.
He was the Assistant Manager of The Waynesboro Union Male Chorus.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Charles was survived by his wife, Catherine "Kitty" Nicholas; four siblings, John "Remus" C. Nicholas, Nathaniel "Nat" Nicholas, Sr., Bertina" Big Sister" Nicholas-Slaughter (Reggie), Tammy "Little Sister" Nicholas-McCutcheon (Carl, Jr.); two nephews, Nathaniel "JR" Nicholas, Jr. and Brandon G. Nicholas; one great-niece, Payton Nicholas and one great-nephew, Gerard Nicholas; Carl, Sr. and E. Jeanie "Mom and Pop" McCutcheon; Goddaughter, Jamice Dickerson; step-children, Chester "Squeak" Smith, Jr. (Dawn), Beca Bryant (Irving), numerous step-grandchildren and several "lumps of sugar" step-great-grandchildren; four very special friends, William "G-Man" Davenport, Chester Smith, Sr., Deacon Walter "Captain" Thomas, and Carl Garland; numerous cousins, other relatives and many many friends.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2024, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Union Baptist Church-Waynesboro, 820 E. Main Street. A funeral service will be held Friday, April 26, 2024 at 12 p.m. at Shiloh Baptist Church, 234 Shiloh Ave, Waynesboro. Burial will be at the family cemetery, Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 2800 Pea Ridge Road, Whitehall, VA.
Family and friends may share their condolences and memories online in the guest book at www.mccutcheonandjonesfh.com professional services provided by McCutcheon & Jones Funeral Home and Cremation Services (540) 943-6938 or (540) 886-2601.
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Billy Foote
April 28, 2024
Nat and family, May the God of peace and comfort strengthen you mightily during this time of loss knowing Charles is home.
Much love &prayers
Billy Foote
Marshall Howard
April 28, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that Charlene and I recently learned of the passing of our brother, Charles.
To Nat, Johnny, and the family -
While we know that mere words cannot console you, please know that Charlene and I
will always hold the memory of Charles in our hearts.
With deepest sympathy,
Marshall and Charlene Howard
Constance Amey
April 27, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Ronnie Hawkins Hawkins
April 27, 2024
I met Charles at work he was a good man lots of laughs enjoyed working with him sorry for his loss prayers to the family
Carolyn Wallace-Harden
April 26, 2024
Kitty, Tammy & family, I am so sorry for your loss.May God protect & keep you during this difficult time
Joan Cave
April 26, 2024
Kitty, and family, I was shocked to learn of the passing of Charles. I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers at this most difficult time. He was always so kind, and you could not help but smile when talking with him. I don’t recall ever seeing him without a smile. RIP, my friend.
Bekky Jones
April 26, 2024
Nat and family..so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all and keeping you in my prayers
Ella E Spears
April 26, 2024
Kitty and family, deepest sympathy for the lost of your love one, may God comfort you and give you peace at a time like this. Lifting the family up in prayer, El. Sam n Ella Spears.
Crystal Reed
April 26, 2024
To the Nicholas family:
Condolences to you and yours and know that Charles has gone to be with our Lord. He was always a good hearted person and respectable
Rest in Paradise Charles❤You will be missed
Nedara (Dodi) Bellamy
April 26, 2024
Charles was always like family and much more than a neighbor. His love for God and focus on good and perfect gifts of the heart followed him. His loving and kind ways will forever live in my heart. Prayers, strength of the Lord and condolences to the family.
Debbie and Jim Norwood
April 26, 2024
God has gained a beautiful angel. Charlie was the sweetest man anyone could ever meet. My husband and I worked with him at ConAgra and always have wonderful memories of him. May he forever rest in peace.
Pastor Gerald &First Lady Brenda Blair
April 26, 2024
What a great man
Gary JonesJones
April 26, 2024
So sorry to hear. Remember him fondly from high school.
Iris Carter
April 26, 2024
I met Charles through my husband Billy Carter! He was always very respectful and kind! He will be missed by all who knew him! He's going to a heavenly place and will see his mother again! Glory to God!
Mack Blackwell
April 26, 2024
I am sorry for your loss. Charles was a good friend. I was lucky to know him. We worked together at the old Bradford Room. We were cooks there together. My prayers are with his whole family. God bless you all
Millie Becks-Williams
April 26, 2024
Sending my condolences to Ms. Kitty, Tammy and the Nicholas family, during the loss of your loved one. May Gods love and comfort be with you during this time.
Larry F Smith
April 26, 2024
Kitty and Family, I'm sorry for your lost. Charles was a very nice man. R.I.P.
Deborah Bundy-Carpenter
April 26, 2024
Kitty and family, I am so very sorry. What a great man - always with a smile and a hug. I know how much it hurts, lean on God - my prayers go with you.
Glenn Davis
April 26, 2024
Kitty and family
So sorry for your loss,Charles was a great person and was always a pleasure to be around we all enjoyed working with him he could always brighteup your day he will be greatly missed by everyone who knew ad worked with him Glenn Davis
Susan Brown
April 26, 2024
To the family of Charles Nicholas
So sorry to hear that you have lost your loved one . May God give you all the strength you need to get through this tough time. Love Susan Brown and family.
Alice & Carol Hill
April 26, 2024
Sending CondolenceTo The Family! Charles Will Be Truly Missed!
Lillie M. Walters
April 25, 2024
May God be with the entire Nicholas Families.
Keep you in His care, lead and guide you and watch over you by day and by night !! Charles was a true Believer in God and His Holy Word. He was also my assigned Deacon while at Shiloh Baptist Church. He was there for you, (a Godly brother and friend), with a Word from God! Many Blessings!!!!!
Joe Fitch
April 25, 2024
My heart is heavy now but knowing that he's in God's presence makes me feel good. RIP brother until we meet again.
Wanda Davenport
April 25, 2024
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sonja Waters
April 25, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sandy Baugher
April 25, 2024
I remember Mr. Nicholas from my years at MillerCoors. What a pleasant personality he had. Always so kind and respectful. Prayers for his wife and family. God Bless
Anthony (Tony) Perry
April 25, 2024
To the Family, I am deeply sorry for your lost, and I rejoice in Charles' victory. I truly wish I could be home to celebrate Charles' Homegoing, as well as to share our memories growing up together on "Eastside." Please know that I love you all, and know that Charles and the entire Nicolas family are an important part of my life.
April 25, 2024
Charles was a Great man that loved the Lord. We could not believe the news when we heard Charles had passed. I will have fond memories of our chats and we will always treasure how he would come bring my Mom Communion when she was sick. Rest in Peace you will be missed. Continued Prayers for the family. Cherisse & Sebastian Reyes
Linda Becks Fuell
April 25, 2024
To Kitty, Tammy and the Nicholas Family. I am sorry to hear of the passing of Charles. My sincere condolences to your family during this time.
Mary Glasper-Davis
April 25, 2024
Sending my condolences to the Nicholas family during their time of sorrow. May God comfort your friends and family during this time of sorrow.
Sherry Hite
April 25, 2024
I always enjoyed talking to Charles when he would come to the Cancer Center. We would always talk about the Dallas Cowboys or trips he and Kitty had taken and where they were going next. I will miss him. Keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers.
Evelyn Nyonga
April 25, 2024
I was shocked to hear about Deacon Charles passing, we had so much fun when together. I am so sorry for the loss of such a beautiful spirit filled person. His passing will be greatly missed. My prayers for the family during this time.
Sister Evelyn Steppe Nyong'a
Lester Reed
April 25, 2024
Prayers for Charles and his family. Rest in glory Charles.
john Spears
April 25, 2024
Thoughts and prayers to the family at this time. Charles was just a very good guy, genuine and friendly to all. Always smiling when greeting you and you just knew he was a sincere person. Definitely will be missed by many but not forgotten...
Allen Breeden
April 25, 2024
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Charles´s passing. I´ve had the privilege of working with him in Elkton and you couldn´t have found a more nicer fellow. I will always remember our chitchatting and joking around to pass the work days. God bless and comfort his family in this trying time. You will be missed my friend!
Barbara Durrett
April 25, 2024
To the Nicholas family, you have my deepest sympathy. Charles was such a kind, respectful gentleman. Always greeted me with a smile. He will be sorely missed. Rest in Paradise my friend.
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