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Graveside Ceremony & Interment: 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Elmwood Cemetery
Visitation: 5-7 p.m. on Friday evening at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora
Michael Douglas Nichols, age 71, of Flora, Illinois passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on September 10, 2024, at Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria.
He was born February 27, 1953, in Sulphur, Oklahoma, the son of Walter Glenn and Dorothy Lois (Cash) Nichols. He was united in marriage to Julie Dickinson on May 22, 1999, in Flora, and together they have shared 25 wedding anniversaries.
Mike was a 1971 graduate of Flora High School. He worked as a lineman for the City of Flora, retiring after over 28 years. Mike was a member of the Flora Elks Club and went through the ranks during his active years as a member. He was a member of New Beginnings Church in Flora. Mike enjoyed attending craft shows where he sold hand stamped stainless steel rings. Family was very important to him, and he always looked forward to time spent together laughing and making memories.
He is survived by his wife: Julie Nichols of Flora; 2 daughters: Avy (Matthew) Suntrup of Indianapolis, Indiana and Courtney (Todd) Keller of Naples, Florida; siblings: Harvey (Paula) Nichols of Edmond, Oklahoma and Glenda (Carl) Oliver of McAlester, Oklahoma; father-in-law: George Dickinson; 3 nephews: John (Lisa) Harrison of Loveland, Colorado, Tim Nichols of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Dusty (Kelli) Nichols of Edmond, Oklahoma; and his beloved dog, Tucker.
He was preceded in death by his parents; mother-in-law: Paula Dickinson; a niece: Rikki Ann Lovett; several aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his beloved dog, Kasey.
A graveside ceremony with interment will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Elmwood Cemetery, Flora. Those who wish to attend are asked to arrive directly at the cemetery. A visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Friday evening at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to New Beginnings Church, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
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I am just Heartbroken! Julie you and the girls are in my thoughts and prayers
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. He was a good friend to my siblings and will be remembered as a wonderful person. God bless Julie his children and family.
Julie, So sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. I really enjoyed getting to know Mike. May his soul rest in peace in Heaven and may you all find peace and comfort with memories of him. God bless you all
Julie and family: I can’t tell you how sorry I am at Mike’s passing. Just saw you guys a few weeks ago and always love seeing you and your loving relationship. I will be thinking about you in the coming weeks and months ahead. ✝️❤️🙏
My condolences to the family 🙏
We are sorry for your loss . Mike was a very dear friend of the Zimmerman Family. He will be so missedvin our community. 🙏🏻
I am so very sorry to hear this. My prayers are with Julie and the family at this difficult time 🙏
Julie, Avy, Courtney and all the family, we are so sorry you have lost Mike. He sure was one of the the great ones!!! We have all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Sending love and hugs to each of you!!❤️
So sorry to hear this news. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Julie - We were so sorry to hear about Mike. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Avy and the rest of the family. Mike was such a great guy and will be missed by all.
Thoughts, prayers and hugs for his family!!
Julie and Avy, We are so very sorry for your loss. Mike was a great guy!
Sorry for your loss Julie and family sure gonna miss him and that big smile a true Clay County legend
Mike was the nicest guy. Rest in Peace 🕊️
So sorry Julie and family , rest in peace old friend sure gonna miss you..
So very sorry for your loss. This just breaks my heart. Mike was a very good friend he will be missed
Mike has been a friend since the early grades when he joined our elementary class. He's a true one and is greatly appreciated. We're thankful for his faith.
Julie, so very sorry to read this. Take care of yourself. Prayers for comfort.
So sorry for your loss, Mike was a good man, always enjoyed talking to him. Thoughts and prayers for the family 🙏
Julie, my heart breaks for you and Avy. I’m so sorry for your loss. I thought the world of Mike. He was so happy, funny and was always smiling. He will be missed by all who knew him. He is certainly gone too soon. You and your family are in my prayers. RIP Mike❣️
Go rest high on that mountain. Your work here is done. Our thoughts and prayers are with Julie, the girls, and the rest of the family during this sad time.
So very sorry to hear this ! Our prayers are with you all !!!
Sending love to all of you during this time!
Julie, Avy, and family. .. We were so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He had such a fun and lively personality. He will be missed! Sending hugs and prayers to you and your family.
Julie & Avy, I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs and Prayers for you all.
You remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Julie & Family and Mike’s Family: today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort & strength. Mike’s spirit will live on in the memories of his many friends.
I am so sorry Julie for your loss. Praying you feel God's arms wrapped around you.
Sad to hear about your loss. May God wrap His love 💗 around you. Dennis and Sue Hampsten
Julie, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I got to know Mike when he worked with my dad and then had the honor of caring for him at my previous job. I will always remember his positive Smile . He was such a Kind Soul! The world lost a Kind person and Heaven gain a Kind person! Sending Hugs and Love to you and your Family.
RIP Mike and our condolences to the family. We will remember Mike in our younger days having a couple of cold ones at the Sportsmans.
My heart is breaking and tears are flowing as I send thoughts and prayers to each of Mike's loved ones. I pray that God will bring peace and comfort to each of you in the days ahead. Missing him already.
Julie and family I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all. Mike was such a joy. Always had a story to tell and laughter to share!! He will truly be missed.
So sorry, Mike was a special kind of friend, to so many! He will be missed.
Julie, Avy and all of Mike's family so sorry for your loss . Prayers to all.
Julie Prayers for your family! He was such a sweet guy! So many good memories!
I can hear him laughing….I wish I could send a picture here because I have the perfect one. Sooo many memories. Love to you all. Mikey will be deeply missed.
Julie and family. I’m sorry for your loss of Mike. He was such a nice man. My prayers are with you all for peace and comfort at this time. God bless you.
Julie, Avy my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. Mike will be missed by many.
Julie, I am so sorry to read of Mike’s passing. He was such a great guy. Comforting prayers for you and your family.
My heartfelt condolences for Mike’s passing. My memories of Mike are from high school but he was a great guy then and obviously he always was. He was quiet but had so many friends. People were just attracted to him. He will be missed.
Julie and all the family, though I haven't seen Mike for several years, he has always been one of my favorite people from high school. Always friendly, always kind and an all around good, good man. Such a loss to all of you and the community....may God grant you strength and peace during the coming difficult days and nights. Rest well, sweet Mike.
So sorry to hear the loss of Mike. He was a very nice man. Prayers of strength and comfort for the family. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Prayers for you Julie and all your family and friends.
So sorry for your loss. Mike will be greatly missed by many.
Julie and family, We are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and peace in God. Love and hugs for you all.
So very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was a great guy and will be missed.
Julie and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Mikes passing. God bless and be with you all during this difficult time.
Julie, girls, and family, I am so very sorry to hear this. Mike was such a great guy. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
We are sorry to learn of your loss, our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Mike was a wonderful man and he will be missed. Prayers for Julie and Avey they were truly his world.
Mike is a great man, we are good friends we always called each other brothers. We was born on the same month, same day, same year, I will miss him. Condolences 🙏 and prayers to family.
So sorry Julie , you know Mike holds a place in our hearts . Sending thoughts and Prayers to all of you.
Julie, I am Connie, Cindy Johnson’s sister from the Marigold Festival. My other sister Becky is the one who made the chocolate chip cookies. We were so very sorry to hear of Mike’s passing! What a shock for you all. Praying for you during this most difficult time. Deepest sympathy, Connie Eames
We met Mike and Julie at the Marigold Festival in Pekin, IL last year when their booth was next to ours. Such a wonderful person with a great personality and warm smile and laugh. We are grateful for the chance to visit with them on Saturday at the Marigold Festival this year and so sad when they weren't there on Sunday. Julie, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss he will be missed
Julie, Our hearts go out to you and your family. You and Mike were wonderful friends and neighbors to Dad and Evelyn. We will forever be grateful for your kindness. Hugs and prayers to all. Love, Brian and Lisa
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. This is such a shock.. prayers for Julie and each family member.
Julie, I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was a good guy, and loved by everyone who knew him. He will be missed by many. My condolences to you and the girls. ~Pam Quandt Brannon
I'm so sorry. I did not learn of Mike passing until the day after the funeral. H e will be missed for sure. Easily laughed at things that were actually funny. We spent a lot of time together in the Flora Pool Hall years ago. When I would see him out at the Post Office or a store he always had time to talk, and remember too.
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