James Howard Nichols, 73 of Powhatan, Virginia, passed away August 6, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Fay Nichols;son, Shawn Nichols; grandchildren, Kayela and Christopher (Angie); great grandchildren, Ryleigh, Brooke, Aislynn, Kayelynn, Emma, Skyler and James; many "in-laws" and a number of nieces and nephews. He proudly served his country as a Staff Sargent in the U.S.A.F. Services will be held Friday, August 12, 2022 at 10:00 AM in the Amelia Veterans Cemetery. Interment Amelia Veterans Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at the Gospel Light Baptist Church at 2109 Anderson Hwy on Saturday Aug. 20 at 11:00 AM, covered dish reception to follow. Online condolences may be made at bennettbardenfh.com