Sidney Allen “Pete” Nicely, 84, of Clifton Forge, died Thursday, January 9, 2025 at Henrico Doctors Hospital in Richmond.

He was born October 30, 1940, in Alleghany County, a son of the late Sidney J. and Edna Newell Nicely. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles Lewis Nicely and James Edward Nicely; and two sisters, Nancy Carol Via and Betty Lou Hartless.

He worked for many years at the former Hubbard’s Service Station.

Survivors include his sister, Nettie “Sue” Tucker of Hot Springs; several nieces and nephews, including Jeanne (Jack) Lindsay of Hot Springs; a special friend, Marie Russell; and all of his Alleghany Building apartment friends.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM in the Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Bill Gram officiating. 

The family will receive their friends on Friday morning from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Arritt Funeral Home.

Arritt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions in Pete’s name by made to: Clifton Forge Rescue Squad, 1610 Hickory Ave., Clifton Forge, VA 24422.

Friends wishing to send condolences online may do so at arrittfuneralhome.com.