Birth date: Nov 8, 1927 Death date: Dec 25, 2023
Reverend Virgil Earl Nettles passed away on Monday, December 25, 2023. He was preceded in death by his wife of 74 years, Bertha (Bobbie) Gorman Nettles, his parents, Zola Hagan Nettles and Ulee Duncan Nettles, and his brother, Der Read Obituary
Brother Nettles was pastor of the church my parents attended when I was born, so he was my first pastor. It was at the church he pastored in New Orleans where I first remember, as a very young boy, kneeling at an alter and praying to God, tears in my eyes. When I got up from the alter, I felt so light inside, and I believe this is when God saved me. More than 60 years have passed since then, but even in his 90’s, Brother Nettles was still ministering to me and my family, driving to the hospital to be with me and my dad during a surgery, and visiting my widowed mother after my dad’s passing. His life was an example of true humility, service, integrity, godliness. He has touched countless lives along the way. A great man of God, he will be missed.
With deepest sympathies,
Dr. Christopher Foret
I am saddened to lose this precious man of God, and sweet friend. He officiated my dad’s funeral service, and performed my daughter’s wedding ceremony. His quiet and gentle spirit will be missed. I know he has joined Sis. Bobbie and they are rejoicing in Heaven with Jesus. May the Holy Spirit give you all comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Linda, what a Christmas morning your father had this year!!!!! He went home to be with his Lord and Savior!!!
My prayers for all of you at this difficult time.
Gail Lewis
