BORN

1971

DIED

2012

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West Salem, Illinois

Jamey Nicholas Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 17, 2012.

Jamey Gabriel Nicholas 41, of Olney, IL passed away Monday, October 15, 2012 at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, IL.

Jamey was born May 29, 1971 in Olney, IL. His parents were Glen and Kathryn (Nicholas) Banks.

He was a material handler for Walmart Distribution Center. Jamey's lifelong passion was the outdoors.
He loved to fish and was a successful and highly ethical bow hunter. A gifted storyteller; Jamey enjoyed sharing his experiences with family and friends. He was loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by one son Hunter Nicholas of Olney, IL., 3 daughters; Jaime Nicholas of Olney, IL, Elizabeth and Kaitlyn Nicholas both of Greenup, IL, his mother; Kathryn Banks of Olney, IL, 1 sister; Lacey Elder of Olney, IL, 2 brothers; David and Howie Banks both of Olney, IL. Also survived by 4 Maternal Aunts; Ruth Zwilling and Mary Nease both of Olney, IL, Kay Warner of St. Marie, IL, Judy Tichy of Oren, UT, 2 Maternal Uncles; Robert and Jeff Nicholas both of Olney, IL, 1 Paternal Uncle; Robert Banks of Tennessee, 1 Paternal Aunt ; Wanda Fields of Kentucky and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his Grandma and Grandpa Banks, Grandma Eva and Grandpa Elmer Nicholas and his father.

Funeral service will be at 1PM, Friday, October 19th, 2012 at the Ingram Funeral Home in West Salem, IL. Visitation will be from 11AM to 1PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in the South Bend Cemetery, Jasper County, IL.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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December 7, 2017

ROBERT NICHOLAS

I MISS YOU AND THINK OF YOU EVERY DAY

December 6, 2015

Carol Eason

Jamey I miss you so much and all of our long talks. You will always be in my heart

January 6, 2015

Robert Nicholas

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

January 4, 2015

Gina

Happy New year in heaven Angel! I miss you my friend.

January 2, 2015

ROBERT NICHOLAS

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December 14, 2014

Robert Nicholas

Jamey I will be up to your grave in my brand new Jeep patriot this comming week.

October 15, 2013

ROBERT NICHOLAS

A year has passed since you went away and I miss you more everyday.No more sickness no more pain. your in Gods Hand.
I love you and miss you

October 7, 2013

ROBERT NICHOLAS

IT WILL SOON BE A YEAR SINCE GOD CALLED YOU HOME AND I MISS YOU SO MUCH

April 15, 2013

Gina

6 month have gone by but it only seems like yesterday. So many things remind me of you. I will continue to talk to you every day just as I did when you were here. I miss you so very much Gabrial (Angel).

February 19, 2013

Robert Nicholas

The Days,weeks,and months go by and I miss you more and more everyday

December 25, 2012

Robert Nicholas

First Christmas In Heaven For Jamey G. Nicholas. We Miss You

November 14, 2012

Gina

Tomorrow will be a month since you received your wings and flew to heaven. Earth isn't the same without you. I miss you very much Angel and talk to you every day, but it just isn't the same. Thank you for blessing my life with your friendship.

October 20, 2012

carol

Gabriel,I miss you so much,We would talk everyday now this week i have been so lost without you. I'll never forget you and ill always remember the fun we all had at that music show. Im praying for your family to get through this hard time being without you. You will always be in my heart love carol

October 19, 2012

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October 19, 2012

michael tovo

well i remember jamie very much, the 1 time i thought was very funny , was when Y2K struck at midnight, we went out into frount yard up in west liberty and shot off the shotguns and 1 of the other ones shooting( i will not mention any names buddy or brad ) took out the cable line. well needless to say the girls were in the house watching the ball drop and all of a sudden T.V. goes blank. oh my god it did hit. anyway
jamie was really upset but was more kinda laughing at the whole thing. anyway jamie will be missed. he is in gods hands now, no more hurting...

October 18, 2012

Jamey Nicholas

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October 17, 2012

Kathy Hunley

DID NOT NO U VERY WELL EITHER EXCEPT THROUGH MY COUSIN TINA LOVELL ONE THING AS ALONG AS YOUR SON HUNTER WALKS THIS EARTH YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN THAT CHILD LOOKS JUST LIKE YOU ALWAYS HAS TINA ALWAYS LAUGHED AND ALSO SAID HE ACTED LIKED YOU MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY AND KIDS I,M SO SORRY KATHY THAT YOU LOST A GREAT SON MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS IN THIS SAD TIME BUT KEEP IN MIND ALL OUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS ARE WAITING ON THE OTHER SIDE FOR US

October 17, 2012

Jamey, you were one of a kind, that lit up our family with laughter everytime you were in the room. I pray that your soul has finally found peace, and know that you are happy. Give Daddy a hug and kiss for me. Love ya cous.

October 17, 2012

Cheri Blain Guyer

jamey we had so much fun as kids in the circle , you will be truely missed.

October 17, 2012

Vern Aldridge

So long my friend. Ill never forget being kids playing in the creek behind the church or all you taught me bout how to hunt. You were the finest deer hunter i've ever met. I'll miss u

October 17, 2012

Jennifer Ratcliffe/Nicholas

You were the best and I will never forget you.. RIP

October 17, 2012

Lacey Elder

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October 17, 2012

Lacey Elder

Dear brother I am & will always miss you, But I know your looking down upon us from Heaven & catching up with all who have greeted you at the gates. sending love up to ya bro. Love lots your sis Lacey

October 17, 2012

Jennifer Griffith

My thoughts & prayers go out to all of Jamey's family especially his children. I haven't seen Jamey in a long while but I've known him probably since I was 5. He has always been a part of our family & always will. His memory will live on in everyone that knew him. God bless you & I hope you are at peace, Jamey!!

October 17, 2012

tina lovell

we really did spend a life time together... almost 30 yrs.. hard to believe, i am truly glad to have meet you and have two great children... u will be apart of me forever. rest in peace jamey

October 17, 2012

friend of the girls

prayers to the family and especially for kaitlyn and beth. Those girls are very sweet and will miss their daddy

October 17, 2012

Terri Blain-Phillips

man, we were awesome crawdad slayers back in the day. I can never drive past the circle without thinking of you. You will be missed.

October 17, 2012

tim siddens

jamey i will always cherish the time we spent fishing and hunting. it's just not gonna be the same with out you. but if you get a chance send a big one my way.gonna miss ya terrible rip

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October 17, 2012

Jackie Bass

Didn't know you real well. I do know some of the folks talking about you and one thing that stands out is the good father that you were. Can't leve a much better legacy than that. That kind of stuff makes you a hero for generations to come. God's speed.

October 17, 2012

Hunter Nicholas

Psalm 23. The lord is my shepherd i shall not want. he maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the path of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though i walk through the valley of the shadow of death i will fear no evil: For thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and i will dwell in the house of the lord for ever.
I didn't get to go fishin' much with paw but i know he loved to fish. I love the song Riverbank by Jeff Bates, because i know myself and others have unexplainable memories of fishing with him. As i got older we see much of each other. I guess we just got caught up and got busy. paw passed away Monday October 15th 2012, and i regret not spending alot more time with him. Im thankful for the family and his true friends for being there for him in his time of need. and i just want you to know paw that we love you deeply, and that your soul and spirit surrounds the ones who truely love you..... Goodbye ol' friend

October 17, 2012

Hunter Nicholas

Psalms 23. The lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me in the path of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea though i walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: For thou art with me; They rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall foolow me all the days of my life: and i will dwell in the house of the lord for ever.
To Father: From Son: I didn't get to go fishin' much with paw but i know he loved to fish. I love the song Riverbank: By Jeff Bates, Because i know others have unexplainable memories of fishin with him. As i got older we didn't see much of each other. I guess we just got caught up and got busy. Paw you passed Oct. 15th 2012 Monday at 5:15am and i regret not spending alot more time with him. Im thankfu;l for the family and his true friends that has been there for him, and i just want you paw to know that we all love you deeply, and that your soul and spirit surrounds the ones who truely love you. Goodbye Ol' Friend!!!!!!!

October 17, 2012

marie tovo

Uncle Jamey u will never know how u have impacted my life uve always been there for me and I can't think u enough. I have alot of memories that I will never forget from u. U know I don't understand why things happen the way they do but sometimes gods got his own plans. I truly will miss u . No matter what has happened in the past or what is held for the future I know I will always have u. They say u have a gardian angel well I now have to strongest one of all. U taught be to be brave,strong, respectful and that's something I will hold onto for a life time. I will do my best to help with the girls. Try my hardest to make them safe. Try to teach Kaitlyn all the wonderful stuff u taught us other kids growing up. I still can't believe it. I love u forever and u will be missed by many.
R. I. P.

October 17, 2012

Shelly Siegel

You will be greatly missed, hope you are watching over us all and you are able to R.I.P.....from the Stirewalt Family

October 17, 2012

Sharon Booth

Ur candle will burn in our hearts forever..

October 17, 2012

Chad Tracy

Jamey u was a hell of a fisherman n hunter I consider u as family u will b missed greatly great father n a great guy miss u n ull always b in r thoughts

October 17, 2012

kailie harmon

I will wear my Librarian glasses in memory of you, u always made fun of them! :) rip

October 17, 2012

Sharon Booth

Jamey I'm truly glad I was able to be there for u n that u wanted me there for u..please always watch over our babies , we will always love u n miss u dearly , our memories will never fade...just wait for us, we will see u soon...ur darlin n beautiful girls , elizabeth n kaitlyn..xoxo

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