STAUNTON, VA Gilmer Ashby Nuckles, Jr., 67, of Staunton, died on Saturday, March 16, 2013 at Kings Daughters Community Health and Rehab Center. He was born on July 3, 1945 in Staunton, a son of the late Gilmer Ashby and Eva (Cale) Nuckles. Mr. Nuckles was a member of the Staunton Jaycees and the Virginia Jaycees. He was a member of First Baptist Church where he served as a Sunday School Teacher, Deacon and Treasurer. He is survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Dunaway Sheets. A graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, March20, 2013 in Thornrose Cemetery by the Rev. Dr. Steve Traylor. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 pm., Monday, March 18, 2013 at Henry Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Rockbridge SPCA, P.O. Box 528, Lexington, VA 24450.