Gary Alan Nichols

1968 - 2017

Gary Alan Nichols obituary, 1968-2017, Columbia, MO

BORN

1968

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Memorial Funeral Home/Columbia

1217 BUSINESS LOOP 70 W

Columbia, Missouri

Gary Nichols Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 16, 2017.

Gary Alan Nichols, 49, of Columbia, MO, passed away Friday, September 15, 2017, in Columbia, MO.



Visitation will be held Wednesday, September 20, 2017 from 2:00pm-3:00pm at Memorial Funeral Home. The Memorial service will follow immediately after at 3:00pm on Wednesday, September 20, 2017.



Gary was born on February 26, 1968 in Mexico, MO to Donnie Lee and Margaret Ann (Newman) Nichols. He graduated from Mexico High School in Mexico, MO and was a 1991 graduate of Central Methodist University in Fayette, MO. He was married on June 29, 1991 to the love of his life, Jane Ellen Dye. Gary worked as a fabricator for Kitchencraft in Columbia, MO.



Gary was a quiet person who showed his love by his actions. He was a wonderful husband and a dedicated father. He had a passion for his two sons that painted a beautiful picture of parenthood. All those who had the opportunity to know Gary were truly blessed.



Gary is survived by his wife Ellen and two sons, Russell and William Nichols of Columbia, MO; his mother, Margaret Nichols; two brothers, Dr. Mike Nichols (Pam) of Columbia, MO and Larry Nichols of Mexico, MO; two nieces, Brandy Taylor and Sarah Gerling; father-in-law and mother-in-law Jim and Judy Dye of Mexico, MO and sister-in-law Susan Jewell. Gary was greeted on the other side of life by his father, Donnie Nichols; sister, Melissa Gerling and nephew, Ross Nichols.



In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Heart Association, via 1217 Business Loop 70W, Columbia, MO 65202.

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September 19, 2017

Peggy Nickerson

My heart goes out to you Ellen and family.
Peggy Nickerson

September 19, 2017

Lori Swank

My prayers go out to the Nichols family. I did not know Gary's wife & kids, but my heart bleeds for your loss. Margaret, you are also utmost in my prayers as well as Mike & Larry & the rest of the family.

Lori Swank (Deloris Hinton, daughter of Gib & Lucy Hinton)

September 19, 2017

Debbie Leet

Ellen, I'm so sorry to hear the news about Gary. We've lost touch with each other over the years so I only remember Gary from junior high and high school, but it's his humor and great smile that I remember. We are praying for you and your sons, and for the rest of the family.

Love to you all, Debbie (Patrick) Leet

September 19, 2017

Priscilla Medley

We are sad to hear about Gary's passing.
Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with the family.

Dave and Priscilla Medley

September 18, 2017

Tish Kienker

Prayers for your wonderful family for this tragic loss.

September 18, 2017

Sidney Jordan

Ellen, words cannot express how sorry we were to hear about Gary's passing. Russell, William and you are our thoughts and prayers throughout this difficult time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Sending love, hugs and prayers to you now and always, Sidney and Jim Jordan.

September 18, 2017

nancy jewell

ellen david and i are so sorry to hear about gary's passing, you and the boys are in our thoughts and prayers.

September 18, 2017

Janelle Wieland

Ellen, I am so sorry to hear about Gary. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

September 18, 2017

Kenna Weber

So deeply sorry for your loss. Sending you all my prayers.

September 18, 2017

Ellen,
I am so sorry to hear the news of Gary's passing. I am keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Patti Williams

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