Herbert P. Nickens
August 24, 1927 ~ December 4, 2008
On December 4, 2008 at the Avalon House. He is the loving husband of Beverly A. Nickens and devoted father of Linda (Michael) Griffin and the late Ralph Nickens; stepfather of Brenda (Gregory) Senseney, Hugh (Kathleen) Melia, Ronald Melia, Ralph "Eric" Melia and Linda (Andrew) Capoccia. He is also survived by two brothers, Leon and Richard Nickens; one sister, Mildred Faxio; four grandchildren, Dawnita Page, Ralph Nickens, Tarsha Jones, Rodney Edmonds; two step-grandchildren, James Melia and Aaron Dooley; several great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his first wife, Sylvia Nickens. Relatives and friends are invited to Herbert's Life Celebration at Money and King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Ave., Vienna, VA on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 from 5 to 8 pm. A memorial service will be held at Unity of Fairfax Church, 2854 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton, VA 22124 on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at 11 am. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Unity of Fairfax Church or Evercare Hospice, 8245 Boone Blvd., Suite 401, Vienna, VA 22182.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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My mother Peggy resides at Avalon House where Herbert livied in the last days of his life. I often saw and spoke with Herbert when I visited. While I only recently met Herbert, I felt as if I had known him for years. He seemed to be a warm and loving person. I wish my mother and I could have known him and his family prior to their terminal illnesses. I miss seeing Herbert when I visit my mother Peggy. The staff seems to also miss his presence. Jackie Griffiths MD
I was sorry to hear about Herb. We have missed him on the golf course for the past few years.
Sincere condolences to Beverly and the entire Nickens family, from myself and from the NMD Retirees club. We will miss you. Sorry that I will not be able to attend services in person, but my thoughts and prayers will be with you. Jack Wittmann
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Beverly I am so sorry for your loss. We will all miss Herb’s gentleness and his soft spoken words of wisdom. You are in my prayers. Love, Fran