Obituaries » David Brown Nichols
David Brown Nichols
David Brown Nichols of Glen Allen, VA went to be with the Lord on March 22, 2022. He was born on November 22, 1954, in Bedford County VA. He was a devoted and loving husband, father and son, as well as a beloved friend to all who knew him.
He leaves behind his wife of 45 years Ninah Hensley Nichols and son Zackary David Nichols. His mother Betty Hawkins, two sisters, Cathy Nichols Minor (Greg), Dorothy “Byrd” Hawkins Strain (David) and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his brother, Dennis W. Nichols and his father, Heenan W. Nichols. David was a graduate of Virginia Tech class of ’77 and had just retired after 35 years with the National Credit Union Administration. He loved Virginia Tech sports especially football and was a devoted season ticket holder for many years.
A Memorial Service and celebration of David’s life will be conducted at 2:00 pm on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at Tharp Funeral Chapel. The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 6:00pm on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Tharp Funeral Home in Bedford. To send condolences online please visit obituaries.tharpfuneralhome.com. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford is assisting the family.
Condolences & Tributes
Celebrate David's life with a short message, photo or video!
Add A Condolence
Zachary and I would like to thank all of you for your condolences. You have been a good and true friend, coworkers and family to David and us. Thanks so much for your support in our time of need and sorrow.
Posted by Ninah Nichols on March 31, 2022
Zachary and I would like to thank all of you for your condolences. You have been a good and true friend, coworkers and family to David and us. Thanks so much for your support in our time of need and sorrow.
Posted by Ninah Nichols on March 31, 2022
I was a co-worker or Dave's. It was a privilege to get to know him. We would talk VA Tech football all the time. He was a wealth of knowledge and just a good all around person. He will be missed. My prayers to your family. God Bless!
Posted by Brian Beasley on March 29, 2022
On behalf of David's NCUA work family, please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of David. We will greatly miss his gentle ways and dedication to advancing the credit union system. In the dark days ahead, may you remember the good times you spent with him and cherish those memories. In doing so, may you find comfort and eventually peace. Todd M. Harper, NCUA Chairman
Posted by Todd M. Harper, NCUA Chairman on March 28, 2022
Cousin Ninah: Very sorry to hear of Davids passing, my heart goes out to you at this time and Peace to you and his family
Posted by Neil Smith on March 28, 2022
Ninah, my deepest condolences to you and your family. I had the pleasure to work with David for many years at the NCUA. David was held in the highest regard by Group A examiners and by many others with whom he worked with in the industry. I will always remember him for his kindness and willingness to help to others. My thoughts are with you.
Posted by Millie Avalos on March 28, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with David's family. He and I worked many years together as examiners, though I most enjoyed the many conversations I had with him on college football, especially his passion for his Hokies.
Posted by Scott Hunt on March 28, 2022
I had the privilege of crossing paths and working indirectly with David while at NCUA. He was always so quietly jovial, approachable and nice. He was not only willing to help, but he was very helpful with work projects. I was so happy for him when he decided to retire. I'm so sorry he did not get to enjoy a long and happy retirement. My deep and sincere condolences to all his family and friends for their loss. May he forever rest in peace.
Posted by Charles Smith on March 28, 2022
I worked with David throughout the years. He was kindhearted and patient. So sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathy, Cathy
Posted by Cathy Blackburn on March 28, 2022
He served NCUA and our country with pride and honor. Our sincerest condolences to the Nichols family. To God we belong and to him we shall all return. May God Almighty grant him a place in paradise. Aameen.
Posted by Adnan Ghani on March 28, 2022
My condolences to Dave's family - I hope you find comfort in your lifetime of happy memories. I was fortunate to work with Dave on several matters over the years at NCUA, and he was such a smart, considerate, and soft-spoken person - he never had an unkind word. I'm so sorry to hear of his untimely passing.
Posted by Dianne Salva on March 28, 2022
I had the pleasure of working with David Nichols when I first started working with NCUA. He was always a kind and patient person who made me feel like I was part of a family. He always took the time to help me and he was someone I always looked forward to talking with. We will all miss him.
Posted by David Blanchard on March 28, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, and you have my deepest sympathy. David will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Posted by John Mansour on March 28, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, and you have my deepest sympathy. David will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Posted by John Mansour on March 28, 2022
My sincere condolences go out to all of David's family and friends. He was a pleasure to be around and his loss will be felt by many.
Posted by Russell Moore on March 28, 2022
Ninah, Zack, and Family, I was sad to read about the loss of David. While in Alexandria for NCUA, we would often go to dinner, ball games, and concerts. He was a great guy and my friend. I hope the good memories of David will sustain you in the coming days. Gone too soon. Deepest Sympathy, Bob McCauslin
Posted by Bob McCauslin on March 27, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Ninah, Zach and family. We are deeply saddened to lose such a wonderful friend and neighbor. We will miss you, David.
Posted by Cindy and Hugh Conoly on March 27, 2022
Ninah and family, my deepest condolences on your loss. David was a true gentleman and a wonderful coworker. David, Jim Stupansky, and I spend a lot of time together training analysts in early 2018. David was always generous to everyone with his time and knowledge. I hope your memories of David provide some comfort during this difficult time.
Posted by Melissa Fowler on March 27, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with David’s wife, son and family. He was a great guy and solid auditor and examiner with NCUA . I had the good opportunity to work with him when He was an auditor at the Virginia Credit Union League . He was outstanding and credit unions respected him highly. Rest In Peace . Your friend Rick Pillow former League President of the Virginia Credit Union League
Posted by Rick Pillow on March 26, 2022
My sincere sympathy is extended to the entire family of David Nichols. It was an honor and a privilege to have known him for many years. May he rest in peace.
Posted by Anthony Fierro on March 26, 2022
My condolences to David’s family. He was great.
Posted by Tom Hawkins on March 25, 2022
David was the best! There was never a phone call that he wouldn't take to help whenever he could. I loved him as co-worker and friend. There was no scenario too dark that one of his jokes couldn't brighten up. I will truly miss him. To his lovely wife and son, I will continue to pray for your peace and comfort during this time of grief. May the love of God comfort the entire family.
Posted by Delechia Wilson on March 25, 2022
To Ninah and his son, I am so very sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and strength during this difficult time. David was a gentleman, very smart, helpful, and always willing to help us. I was lucky to work with him for a little while last year and before that he helped me when I was in the field with my credit unions. I am in shock of his passing and he will be greatly missed. Rest in peace David! God bless you all.
Posted by Pennylane De Jesus on March 25, 2022
David, may you rest in God’s peace. Thank you for being my friend and colleague during my 30+ year career at NCUA. My prayers are with you, Ninah, Zackary, and the rest of your family during this difficult time. Will miss you, buddy.
Posted by James S Stupansky on March 25, 2022
Dave was truly a kind and wonderful guy. He was always our "go-to" in the field for any chartering and FOM questions. No matter what he was working on he always took the time to help us. I was fortunate to have him as my trainer when I transferred to CURE in 2021 and had such fun talking to him and hearing his stories. Ninah, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Posted by Lee Capasso on March 25, 2022
It was always great to run into David at a conference/class. I enjoyed talking Va Tech or Alabama football with him. And I've bugged him with quite a few work-related questions over the last 3-4 years. He was so mild-mannered and easy talk to. He'll certainly be missed! God Bless and prayers to David's family and loved ones.
Posted by Randy Gartman on March 25, 2022
Ninah, Mike and I are both so sorry for your loss. We were so surprised to hear of his passing. I worked with Dave for many years. Mike came to know him through the many meetings and exams where Mike traveled with me while Dave was in the (former) Group A. After he was promoted, I would call him whenever I had a field of membership or chartering question. I could count on him to answer my questions and he genuinely enjoyed helping credit unions. He really was great to work with, friendly and helpful. And he always - ALWAYS - had a joke! The angels are laughing because Dave is telling another joke. Our condolences to your family.
Posted by Jo and Mike Holloman on March 25, 2022
I had the pleasure to work with Dave for a few years in Alexandria. He was such a pleasure to work with. He was easy going and kind. Prayers for the family.
Posted by Christine LaPointe on March 25, 2022
I was shocked to hear of Dave's passing. My condolences are with you all. I worked with Dave, indirectly, for more than 30 years. He was always a true gentleman and always had a pleasant disposition. I am truly sorry to hear about your loss.
Posted by Trish Krobath on March 25, 2022
David was such a nice man and a true gentleman. Although I only worked with him a short while, I truly appreciated his gentle demeanor and warmth. It's nice to reflect on God's promise to resurrect our loved ones at his appointed time (Acts 24:15). At that time, Ninah, you will truly shed tears of joy to be reunited with David!
Posted by Kathryn Baxter on March 25, 2022
What a great guy. I think he may have been the reason I had a good reputation with NCUA since everyone would see my name and think David. I am stunned by the information and he will be missed.
Posted by Paul Nichols on March 25, 2022
David was such a wonderful and kind hearted person, always there to help when needed. He had a great sense of humor. He will be missed. My heart goes out to his family and friends.
Posted by christine chase on March 25, 2022
I am so very sorry for your loss, he was a wonderful person and will be missed greatly. prayers to the family.
Posted by Loraline Basenback on March 25, 2022
To David's family: my heart breaks for you. David was a true southern gentleman, a professional co-worker, a friend to credit unions. He was always a joy to be around, always positive and calming, even in tense situations. The sun may be shining, but the world is a little darker today without David in it. To Ninah and the rest of David's family, my prayers are with you today, and will be in days and weeks to come. May sweet memories of a life SO well lived give you peace.
Posted by Lisa Terrell on March 25, 2022
May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. My most sincere condolences.
Posted by Janie Berger on March 25, 2022
I'm so sorry to hear of David's passing. He was a great friend, classmate and neighbor. You all are in my prayers.
Posted by Doug Leftwich on March 25, 2022
Ninah we are so sorry to hear about David passing away. Love and prayers are being sent to you and all the family.
Posted by Debbie Lineberry on March 24, 2022
Recent Articles
- Preserving memories: how to create a memorial website to honor your loved one March 1, 2022
- 10 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Relationships with Your Loved Ones After a Loss January 27, 2022
- Caring for the grieving during the holidays: 5 ways to help December 8, 2021
- Beyond Thanksgiving: the mental, emotional and physical benefits of habitual gratitude November 15, 2021
- Benefits of Travel Protection: Treasuring a Lifetime of Experiences November 3, 2021
Click here to access Obituary Archives from 2014 and earlier.