Thomas "Tom" W. Nichols Obituary (1943 - 2013)

Thomas "Tom" W. Nichols Eaton Rapids At age 70, Tom went to rejoin the love of his life Judy on May 3, 2013. Tom was born on January 11, 1943, one of nine children born to Tommy and Polly (Crisp) Nichols. Tom was a retired employee of Fisher Body in Lansing. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. His greatest joy was spending time with family. If a grandchild has a sporting event, that is where he could be found cheering them on! Tom was an avid hunter and fisherman who enjoyed being outdoors. Preceding him in death was his wife, Judith in June 24, 2010. Surviving are 3 children, Kim (Karl) Grant of Dimondale, Pam (Dave) Shafer of Duck Lake and Tony (Julie) Nichols of Grand Blanc; 6 grandchildren, Brooke (Randon) Gould, Taylor Grant, Drew and Lexi Shafer, Katelyn and T.J. Nichols; one great grandchild, Arianna Gould; brother and sisters, Josie, Carol, Shirley, Mary, Phyllis, Barbara, Rick and Patricia; with numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Thursday, May 9, 2013 at 11:00 AM from the First Presbyterian Church 309 S. Sophia St. Homer, MI. with Rev. Timothy Marvil, officiating. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery in Homer. Family will receive friends at the church on Thursday morning beginning at 10:00 AM. For those desiring memorial gifts may be made to either the First Presbyterian Church or the Eaton County Meals-On-Wheels in memory of Tom Nichols. For online condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHome.com Memorials: First Presbyterian Church of Homer or Eaton County Meals-On-Wheels