I was just thinking of Dave the other day and then this came up. I worked in the mental office and he was a frequent visitor checking in with us. He was a beautiful human being and I am truly sorry for your loss.  I know it’s been 2 years, but grief doesn’t have a time line for ending. I am at about 4 years since losing my kids and I think about them every single day. Don’t question why, just try and remember the good memories and how much he loved you. His life mattered. 

Pam

I am sorry I never had the chance to meet David; the tributes here make it clear he was a remarkable son, husband, father, sergeant, and friend—a too-short but very good life. I had the opportunity to meet Sandy, and what kind, generous son she raised is not a surprise to me—my heartfelt sympathy to your family.

We will miss you, sweet Davey. I’m so glad we got together at your Mom & Dad’s anniversary party. We will always love you.
Aunt Sherry & Uncle Steve

God's plan may always be unwritten to us and why now, we may never understand, but he has called you to serve him and help protect us from the heaven's above. David, you were and are a true blessing to all of us that are able to call you a friend, a co-worker who always put themselves ahead of us, us nurses and stepping in harms way to keep us safe. May God continue to wrap his arms around Kristeen, the girls and family with guidance of love.

Deepest condolences to the Nagle family.  Losing a husband, father, brother or son is the absolute hardest road you will travel. Know there are many people there to help in whatever way YOU need as you navigate through. Please, reach out.  

David was always funny, caring, compassionate, generous and the best listener.  

He couldn’t have been a better leader or friend to any of his blue family. He will be deeply missed by so many. RIP my friend.

I am so sorry for the loss of David.  No one can feel the pain of losing a child like the parents.  May God grant comfort and healing!!

I worked with David prior to my retirement in June of 2020 his Locker was adjacent to mine so we saw each other almost every day. He was a truly fun and knowledgeable  young man that shared a common interest in making the Sheriff's office the best it could be. David was a very approachable supervisor who made time for everyone and was involved in making all employees duties better because he did the same job as all of us therefore his ideas were based upon experience. We also worked together on the Court Transport team and his demeanor and professionalism was greatly utilized by us all. Rest in peace my friend I/we will remember you with fondness and love long after this sadness fades.

Thanks for all the memories Buddy. We worked hard and played hard. The work was always balanced by an equal part of shenanigans when we were partnered up. Rest easy my brother, we have the watch from here. 🫡

I am so sorry for the loss of Dave. I have worked in the jail for 10 years in the mental health office and he has always been a bright light and a pleasure to work with. He always recognized others for work well done, while not patting himself on the back.  He is sorely missed here. We can all only imagine the grief and loss you all are feeling at this time. Please take care of each other during this time and do not be afraid to reach out for help.  In deep sorry for a wonderful co-worker, friend, husband, father, brother, son and all that he was to your family. 
Pam Reeves

Nagel was the guy who would give you the shirt off his back even if he was having a bad day himself. At Flatrock, despite the stress of a POST Academy, I don’t think I ever heard him say an unkind word to anyone. Nagel cared about people. I saw him in Louisville and we walked around together doing extra duty. He spoke about the love he had for his girls, but it was also obvious he loved his community too. We had peaceful shift  helping people on that beautiful summer evening. It was a good time. The last time I saw him he had earned his Sgt. stripes. We did a range drill together, the Sarge was on point, we did better than most groups.  We smiled and laughed after. And that’s how I want to remember him, with those he cared about smiling and laughing. Rest easy Brother.

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David Joseph Nagle

December 15, 1983 – April 15, 2024

Howe Mortuary & Crematory

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