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Rev. Eugene Nabors Sr.

09/23/1951 - 12/08/2023

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Obituary For Rev. Eugene Nabors Sr.

Rev. Eugene “Gene” Nabors, 72, of Beckley, WV passed Friday, December 8, 2023.

Rev. Nabors was born in Beckley WV to the late Roosevelt and Leila “Burger” Nabors.

Rev. Nabors graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1969 and from Beckley College in 1980.

Rev. Nabors was united in holy matrimony on January 5, 1973 to Katrina “Cook” Nabors. They were blessed with five children.

Rev. Nabors worked at Raleigh General Hospital and Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital before going into the coal mines. He was also an EMT, construction worker and school bus driver for Raleigh Co. schools. In 2021, he retired from Combined Insurance as a Sales Manager after 34 years.

Rev. Nabors was a former member of Welcome Baptist Church in East Park and later joined New Hope Baptist Church, where he became a deacon. On April 16, 2008, he was ordained as Pastor under the Rev. Nathaniel Curry. He became Pastor of First Missionary Baptist of Glen Jean May 22, 2016.

Rev. Nabors was a member of the New River Valley Missionary Baptist Association, WV Baptist State Convention and Congress of Christian Education. He was also a 32nd degree Mason. Eugene was a staple in the community working with the youth as an AAU basketball and pee wee football coach. He was the first president of the newly reformed East Beckley Bulldogs.

Rev. Nabors, in addition to his parents, was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Eugene and Mary Jane Voyd Nabors; maternal grandparents, Charlie and Mary A. Burger; brother, James Nabors Sr.; uncles, Lawrence, Arthur, Alfred, Layton, Lovey, Harry, and James Burger, and aunts, Thelma Burger, Leona Calloway.

Rev. Nabors leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife of 50 years, Katrina; three sons, Andre (Stacy) Nabors, Brian (Traci) Nabors and Eugene “Gene” (Jennifer Hall) Nabors Jr.; two daughters, Latoya (Anthony Scruggs) Nabors and Tina Nabors Bagut; brother, Layton “Ernie” Nabors; two sisters, Margaret Burger and Marlene Nabors; nine grandchildren, Deion, Rachelle, Donte, Morgan, Tavia, Nyasha, Tamon, Malia and Trevon; five great-grandchildren, Kace, Hendrix, Riley, Korbin, Kingston, a host of nieces and nephews, cousins and friends that became family.

He loved to sing, spend time with his family and support church functions he was able to attend.

Funeral service will be 11:00AM Saturday, December 16, 2023 at Heart of God Ministries 1703 S. Kanawha St. Beckley. Entombment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens Mausoleum,
Prosperity.

Friends, while wearing masks and observing social distancing, may view and visit with the family one hour prior to the funeral service.

Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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01/07/2024

Rev.Onnie Cook& Family

We are praying for The Nabors family. Deepest condolences.
01/01/2024

Cheryl Belcher

I am very sadden to hear of his lost. I remember him being so kind. My sincere condolences and prayers.
12/17/2023

Dorothy Wright-Reynolds

My condolences to family.
12/16/2023

Henrietta R Mahan

My very deepest heart felt sympathy to the family of Eugene Nabors family's lost. They was family to me blood and all. He was a patient to me years ago to me at Raleigh General General Hospital where I first met him. A very good person to know. He never forgot the care I surrender to him. We became friends and remained friends. He and his family are very good people to know. I am praying for the family and their strength in the the Lord. God be with you forever. Henrietta R Mahan
12/16/2023

Subrina (Dews) Potter

Our deepest sympathies to the Nabors family. May God continue to comfort and keep you through this difficult time. Love, The Potter Family
12/15/2023

Connie. Smith

I thank God for allowing Eugene in my life not as a friend but my best friend in times when I could talk to him for cheering me up when needed it most. I will miss his words of encouragement.
12/15/2023

The Sorrells Family
12/15/2023

Wilbert & Doris McCormick

Katrina and family, we are mourning with you in the loss of your loved one. We pray that God will give each of you the strength to endure and comfort during your time of bereavement. Please know our prayers are with you. God bless! Wilbert and Doris Boyden-McCormick
12/15/2023

Barbara Claytor

Nabors Family, our friends & church family for many years, we pray God enfolds each of you with His sweet amazing grace that will shower you with comfort, strength for this challenging time, and inner peace that surpasses all understanding. Our most heartfelt condolences & Christian love are sent to you along with our continuous prayers. Also prayers for the church family Rev. Nabors pastored. A great man of God who will be tremendously missed on this side! A joyful reunion awaits!!! Deacon CW & Barbara Claytor
12/14/2023

Delores Robinson

My deepest sympathy to the wonderful family of Rev Eugene Nabors my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
12/14/2023

Michelle Leftwich

Our family is truly sorry for the profound loss of Rev. Nabors. During this difficult time, may you find strength in the cherished memories you shared and the love that will forever endure. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Love from Leftwich, Moore, and Smith familes
12/14/2023

Ronald McCray

To family of Rev. Eugene Nabors, I offer sincere condolences and sympathy for your loss.
12/13/2023

John and Wilma Cox

Sending our sincere condolences and prayers to the Nabors family and friends in this time of loss and sadness. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
12/13/2023

Angella Dews

There are no words that can ease this kind of pain, but I hope you can find moments of peace and comfort in the weeks and months ahead. You and your family are in my prayers."
12/13/2023

Diana Penn

So sorry for your loss. May the good Lord continue to watch over your family in this hour of need. Thoughts and prayers coming your way, may God continue to bless you and your family in your hour of need. Diana Penn
12/12/2023

Jacqueline Burroughs

Heartfelt sympathy to the family of Rev. Gene Nabors. He was a great friend and he will be missed. To the family just look to the hills from whence comets your help, knowing that all help comes from the Lord. Sincere sympathy Jacqueline Burroughs
12/12/2023

Oketta GreenNickens

My Prayers and Condolences for the Family of Rev. Eugene Nabors. Oketta GreenNickens
12/12/2023

Morgan Barber

I can recall him coming to our home. If I remember correctly he was selling insurance but the conversation would always shift to him and my parents talking about the goodness of the Lord. They would have church at the dining room table! Truly a man of God. May God give comfort to his family during this time.
12/11/2023

Eartha Bradford

Sending love and prayers to you all.🙏🙏 Eartha Bradford
12/11/2023

- The QA Family

Our deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family. May the memory of him bring you comfort, peace, and serenity during this difficult time.
12/11/2023

Angel Lawson
12/10/2023

Christy Moore

Toya and Gene, You have my greatest sympathy at this time. May God give you comfort and peace at this time and throughout the coming days. A friend from way back in the day, Christy Moore.
12/10/2023

Steven J Lewis

God Bless the Nabors family. Pastor Gene was a real good friend and mentor. It saddened my heart when I heard about his passing. Jesus Christ was right there to welcome him to heaven when he closed his eyes on this side. Love Rev. Steven J. Lewis
12/10/2023

Rue Hairston

To the Family My sincere condolences May the grace of God bring you peace, comfort and strength during this difficult time. Praying for the family 🙏🏻 ✝️
12/10/2023

Liz Hardy and Family

Deepest sympathy and prayers to Mrs. Nabors and family .
12/09/2023

Janice Elkins

My heart breaks for the family. Gene was a precious friend for many years. May God's grace and the comfort of the Holy Spirit be with you now, and always. Forever a brother of my heart. Janice (Aldridge) Elkins
12/09/2023

Larry Hoskins

Sorry to hear about the loss of your husband and father. May you find comfort in times such as this.
12/09/2023

Mr.& MRS. CARSON

Word's could never express the feelings of the loss of such a great man . I'm so deeply sorry about the passing of Mr. Nabors.. 😭 I'm praying for all you 🙏 and may GOD countiue to keep you all in his Hands. Love & our confidence ❤️ take you rest our Friend until we meet on the other side. ( LOVE NAE & SHEIK CARSON).😭💔
12/09/2023

Clifford and Eileen

To the Nabors family,you have our deepest sympathy and prayers.May God continue to bless and keep you during this difficult time.sincerely Clifford & Eileen Washington
12/08/2023

John Belcher

Sorry to hear about the loss of Eugene to your family. May the peace of our God support, strengthen and keep you. Sincerely, John Belcher

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Living Spirit Dishgarden was sent for Rev. Eugene Nabors Sr. - 12/13/2023
Derek English sent Serene Lily Basket for Rev. Eugene Nabors Sr. - 12/11/2023

Sorry for your loss sending prayers love you all Derek English