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Roger H. Nichols

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Donovan Funeral Home - Tallmadge

17 Southwest Avenue

Tallmadge, Ohio

Roger Nichols Obituary

Roger H. Nichols

Roger H. Nichols, 63, passed away November 16, 2007 after a courageous battle with leukemia.s

He was born in Glenville, W.Va., Roger has lived in Tallmadge since 1979. He served in The U.S. Navy during Viet Nam and was employed as a Loan Originator. He also enjoyed golfing and usually started his day at Bob Evans on Gilchrist Rd.

He is survived by daughters, Lisa (Mark) Quinn of Jackson Twp., Jennifer (Robb) Berkowitz of Avon Lake; son, Brian Nichols of Tallmadge; brothers, Ken (Katie) Nichols of Chandler, Ariz., Hugh (JoAnn) Nichols of Phoenix, Ariz., and twin brother Richard Nichols, also of Phoenix, Ariz.; grandchildren, Maegan, Amy, Irelynn, Chris, Annika, Brynn, Brooke; great-grandson, Kenny; golfing buddy and special uncle, French Taylor of Florida.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday November 20, 2007 with Rev. Dr. Edward Peirce officiating, at the Donovan Funeral Home, 17 Southwest Ave. (On the Historic Tallmadge Circle). Interment will be at Hillside Memorial Park. Calling hours will be 4 until 8 p.m. Monday November 19, 2007 at the funeral home.

Roger's family would like to offer special thanks to Dr. Bindra and the wonderful nurses in ICU, CCU and 5400 at Akron General Medical Center. Memorial donations may be made to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, WWW.leukemia.org.

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal from Nov. 18 to Nov. 19, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Roger Nichols

Sponsored by Brother Ken Nichols & His Wife Katie.

82 Entries

Annika Nichols

September 16, 2019

Love you grandpa! Thinking of you and dad today. ❤

Roger & Richard on Their Birthday Aug 14, 2019

Ken Nichols

August 14, 2019

Annika Nichols

January 10, 2018

Missing you a little more today Grandpa Roger.
Love you forever.

Ken & Katie Nichols

November 18, 2017

I love to remember our Family at Thanksgiving, but one of my family is missing. My Brother, Roger who passed Nov 16. 2007 at the young age of 63. I have a hard time as this time of year reminds me of his passing. comes around, I still have a hard time believing that we will never be able to see each other in this life, but the next one I pray. He was cheated out of so much life. I think of him often and I miss him.

But he is at peace now...!

REUNION W/ BROTHR ROGER...MISS YOU BROTHER 9 YRS LATER

ken & Katie Nichols

November 16, 2016

Brother " Roger Nichols "

Ken & Katie Nichols

November 16, 2012

It just doesn't seem possible that you have been going for five years brother Rog...Missing you sooooo much...

Ken & Katie Nichols

November 14, 2011

It is sooo hard to believe that another year has pass...Since your passing, the month of Nov is not happy like it use to be, even tho it is suppose to be a happy time with Thanksgiving and all...
We miss you Brother, especially all your phone calls, and your suprise visits, when you would just pop in on us...I will never forget it...

Jen's wedding day...

Brian Nichols

November 17, 2010

Ken & Katie Nichols

November 16, 2010

It's so hard to believe that another year has went by since your passing. As it was then, at the time of your passing, even today words are sooo difficult to find to express just how sad it makes me feel. Sad that you had to go at such a young age, and miss so much of the "Special" times with Brian, Jen, Vicki and all
your grand children.

I miss your phone calls... Really miss you Brother...I even worn the yellow shirt that I wore on our trip to West Virgina, and also your yellow Lakeshore Resorts hat in your honor today... I miss you Brother...

Ken...

November 15, 2010

Here we go again, I remember this day 3 years ago. Knowing that tomorrow was going to be the day we asked you what you wanted. It was a Thursday and it was an awful day. The only thing worse was waking up Friday and knowing there was a chance you'd only be alive for a few more hours.

So many events have come and gone and it hurts my heart so much that you aren't here with us during them. Heck even the Browns are playing well and I think of how thrilled you'd be.

The girls each have a framed picture of you and them in their bedrooms and we talk about you often. It makes me so sad that they don't have more memories of you but they were so little. But they know how much they were loved and what a great papa you were.

It's still surreal to me that you are gone. Missing you today and always.

Love,
Jen

Ken Nichols

August 13, 2010

Dear Brother Rog,

Another year has went by, and another year that we have missed you so much Brother. I wish I was there to visit you, but we couldn't make it back to
Ohio this year. Tomorrow is your birthday and it still don't seem possible that your really gone and that I won't be able to call you and wish you a happy birthday. On your day tomorrow, I will ware that special shirt in your memory. That was the shirt I wore when we spent those special days together in West Virgina.
I miss you Brother...

Ken & Katie Nichols

November 16, 2009

Dear Brother Rog,

I just can't believe that it's been
two years since you left us so suddenly. So suddenly Brother, that it
is still so hard to accept. I miss your phone calls you made to me on a regular basis which I enjoyed so much.
I think of you often. Expecially
when I wear my Brother Roger's shirt.
It's the one that I wore when we went
to West Virginia. It's a shirt that I will keep forever.

Brother Rog, your son you love so
much, suprised me with a visit out here to Arizona. He and Melissa cooked up a story and when they came into Katie's hosipital room, you could have pushed me of of my chair with a feather. Like you always said, " He's SOOO FUNNY ", and you were right. I enjoy his company so much. It was the first time that we had seen each other since you passed. I know just how much he misses you Brother, you was his Father, his Cc-worker, his go-to guy when he need to discuss something, and he knew that he could discuss anything with you. I know how much that "bond" was. He is a great son, and I know how proud you were of him.

I also know that Jenny misses you sooo
much also. She's wonderful daughter and has such a wonderful family. I know just how proud you were of her also.

We all miss you so much Brother, it still just don't seem possible that you have been going for two years now.

I miss you Brother!

Ken

November 11, 2009

Dad,

November 11 will always be stuck in my head. It was the last day I heard your voice. It was this day 2 years ago, that we visited most of the day. You were tired but Brian's and my attempts to make you laugh worked. You were happy to have us spending the day with you. You and Robb also had a nice heart to heart today as well. Had I known what was to come, I would have stayed the night with you. This was the night that I would get a call that you had coded and they put you on a vent. I would never hear your voice again.

I have that weird number thing where I don't forget any numbers, which also means I don't forget dates. I remember all of the days between October 13 (the day you came to Brynn's 2nd birthday looking shockingly ill) until November 16. I remember the days you went in the hospital and days you left and all the details in between. Right now, it's hard reliving every detail and they say that fades and you begin to only remember the memories, the legacy. In a way, I can't wait for that to happen because for right now, it's sooo hard to remember. But I'm also not sure I want to forget either. I feel like it will make me further from you.

I can't believe we're almost at the 2 year mark. Seems like forever ago and like yesterday all at once.

I miss and love you Dad,

Jen

Ken Nichols

August 17, 2009

Hello Brother Roger!
Sorry that I didn't get my entry in here on your birthday. It wasn't because I forgot your birthday. I did remember it many times this August even before your day. I also remember that we were both born in August. Also I think of you every month, not just your birthday month. You would have been 65, and I'm coming up on 73, just don't seem possible that you have been going this long already. I miss you Brother!

Ken & Katie

August 14, 2009

Dad,

Today you would have been 65. We miss you and are always thinking of you. Happy birthday.....

Brian

Brian Nichols

March 3, 2009

Dad,

It's March 3rd and today I started my job where you left off at Fairway mortgage. I have your old desk and computer as well! I have had 2 of the people that work there call me Roger by accident already. It's been so hard since you have been gone. Not a day goes by that I dont think about you. Laurie is even coming with me to work at Fairway and I know you would be happy about that as well as she helped you all through your career. I miss you terribly...............

Brian

Lisa Quinn

December 10, 2008

Dad,
I once heard that the only thing you take away from this earth is what you leave behind. That being said, I can only assume that wherever you are you have great joy in knowing that you left behind the gifts of love kindness, humor, intelligence, and the fond memories of a father and grandfather who loved us. You also left the gift of strengh, the kind needed for us to carry on that legacy in your absence. It has been over a year and fast approaching my second Christmas without you. I miss making coffee and "forcing" fattening cookies and coffee in you. I miss our dinners and lunches and sharing our birthday's together. I only wish I could have more time, just like that song One More Day. I don't get that but I do have my memories and the other gifts given to me by you and for that I am grateful. How appropriate that this website is titled Legacy. I can only hope for such a Legacy as yours. I will always be grateful for our time together as father and daughter however short it may have been and I will cherish that forever. I hope that wherever you are that your smiling and eating cookies and sitting by a warm fire and waiting for us. I love you and miss you terribly. Merry Christmas Lisa

Jen

November 16, 2008

Dad,

It's amazing that a year has passed. I can remember this day down to the second. I know exactly what was said that day and can even hear the voices plain as day. I knew when I woke up on this day one year ago, that it would be the worst day of my life. I knew you would choose to come off the ventilator because I knew you didn't want to suffer anymore.

I can't explain how cheated I feel of the time I've lost with you. I'm so sad for my girls, they had just really begun to bond with you since we had moved home.

I often wonder, how the hell did this happen? I've always thought of you as invincible. But yet, in a blink of an eye, you became sick and were gone.

I hope you know that not a day goes by without in you my thoughts and always in my heart. They say that we will continue to heal but at this point it's all still so raw and unfair.

Dad, I love you and miss you terribly.

Jen

Ken & Katie Nichols

November 15, 2008

Dear Brother,

It's been almost a year since you left us to go be with the Lord.

I know that you went to Heaven because you was a great father, great grandfather and also a great
brother.

Roger, their hasn't been hardly been a day since you left us that I
don't think of you and how little time
we had together, being we live so
far apart. I am still having a hard time understanding why you had to leave us so soon ?

I am so glad that you kept calling Katie and I, to make sure that we had booked our airline tickets to come and visit you for ten days. I can't tell you how glad I am that we
did ! Katie and I really enjoyed ourself staying with you at your home and you made us feel as if we
were at our home. We reallly enjoyed going down to West Virginia with you and also enjoyed spending quality time with uncle French & Mary. It was so much fun exploring our roots while we had so few great
minutes together. The re-union with
all our family was great to with all the family and good food.

During this time with all the fun neither one of us had a clue what was to come to pass just two short
months later !!!

You take care Brother !

We miss You !

We Love you !

Brian Nichols

October 22, 2008

Dad,

Its so hard to believe that at this time last year you were finishing up your first week in the hospital. I think about you every day...Everytime I goto the office I think about this crazy time in our industry and wonder what your thoughts would be on when business will improve. I can't stop thinking about you dad. We missed you so much on Saturday at Brynn's party I had to leave everybody for a few minutes just to collect myself. I love you....

Brian

Jen

August 14, 2008

Happy Birthday Dad! So crazy to think that last year at this time, we'd been living in OH for about 6 weeks now. It was great to celebrate your birthday with you and had been looking forward to being "home" for all the rest of the holidays as well.

At times it feels as though we were just together and then other times it feels as though it's been forever. Miss you so much Dad.

Love you.

Jen

June 15, 2008

Happy Father's Day, Dad. I hope you know that we started our day at Bob Evans, just like you would have!! We thought of you and even had one of your favorite waitresses!

Just know that I think of you what feels like every minute of the day. There's such a void in my life without you and I will never be the same. No matter how old you are, a girl needs her Daddy!

I like to believe that you are in Heaven, healthy and strong and playing a round of golf today.

Miss you and Love you Dad.

Karen Robertson

January 29, 2008

Vicki and Roger married 12/5/1968 and not long after that Roger had to fly to California with the Navy Seabees in preparation to go to Vietnam. On the night before his flight to CA Roger had to sleep at the Navy Station in downtown Cleveland. All the Navy dudes were to ride in a bus to the Cleveland Hopkins Airport and that is where Vicki would be able to see him before his departure. She and I shared a 2-bedroom apartment on the second floor of a big old house, on Conger Ave, in downtown Akron. She overslept that next morning and woke up in a tizzy worrying that she would never make it to the airport in time to see Roger before he left. (And that was long before cellphones . . .) Well, it was December and a very cold, snowy day, lots of departure delays. The drive to Cleveland Hopkins in Roger's 4-wheel drive Bronco, stick-shift (something Vicki had only driven a short distance a couple times before) was her only means of transportation to the airport. She asked me to go with her and I was happy to--we made it there in time for her to see Roger--and for him to be TRULY AMAZED that she drove the Bronco without difficulty to the airport. He was worried about us driving back to Akron after dark in bad weather but Vicki did it like a pro. I can still see her in the airport parking lot shifting it into gear with lots of snow on the ground. I would now describe that moment as her looking like a female Indiana Jones with the determination to handle whatever came into her path. When she was finally able to talk with Roger on the phone some time after he arrived in California--he was so proud of her and her ability to work it out and handle "the big machine" in a typical Cleveland winter storm.

Brian Nichols

December 25, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

Jerry King

December 16, 2007

I was golfing with Roger and his twin Richard in Phoenix and Roger was whipping our butt. I asked him how he hit that ball so well. He calmly said "Just keep your eye on the ball". It works. Roger is going to be a huge loss to his family, friends and community. My prayers go out to his family.

Sheila Criner

December 10, 2007

Brian, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your Dad. Roger has been such a part of our industry for as long as I can remember and he sure enjoyed having you in the industry with him. I want to share this poem with you. It somewhat answers the "why" question.
"God saw that you were getting tired,
And a cure was not to be
So He put His arms around you
And whispered, “Come home to me.”
With tearful eyes we watched you suffer
And saw you fade away;
Although we loved you dearly
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating
A determined spirit was at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best."

M H

December 6, 2007

Jen & Brian,
your dad was a great friend to me, we went back over 30yrs.I always enjoyed our talks we had over coffee at the "Garpe Vine Cafee"
we discussed "children" often so I know how much he loved you all, we had so many good times golfing together,at the league ( where i pointed out to him he had hit the wrong ball when he got an "eagle" on # 5 on the River course, he got so mad that i wouldn't give it to him he didn't talk to me for a month,,,,lol...i feel the best when i remember him speaking to you Brian and always calling you Son....he was a great person to have known, I just wish I would have had a chance to say good bye to him.........i think of him often, no disrespect kids.. I just hope he doesn't set a tee time for him and me any time soon !! LOL........my love to all the family
MH

Photo Op at the Akron UNM Office

Tim Bullock

December 6, 2007

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ruthann Marshall

December 2, 2007

Richard and family, I am sorry to read and hear about the death of your brother. I know several friends that went to high school with him and thought so much of him. My thoughts of you and prayers are with you and thinking of you. your old friend Ruthann (Luke) Marshall

Hugh Nichols

November 30, 2007

Memories of Roger
With a broken heart I'll try to pay honor to my Brother Roger. He was very successful in the business world. I did get to tell him how proud of him I was and how much I loved him. He also cared so much for his family and his family loved him just as much. The only thing that is getting me through his passing is that I got to see him and hold his hand as he gave me a real hard squeeze of my hand. Roger and I teased each other a lot concerning our sports teams. One time his BROWNS lost to Denver and we were on the phone every 20 min. teasing each other. After the game I sent him a box of dog biscuits and a choker chain. He got a big laugh out of that. The last time Roger was here we took him to a restaurant that served pulled pork sandwiches. Every day that he was here he ate there twice a day. Man he loved those sandwiches. On his birthday we sent Roger a certificate for a sandwich, fries, slaw and a golden nugget (vanilla ice cream with liquid carmel in the center, coated with crushed oreos and then coated with melted chocolate). This was to be used on his next visit to Phoenix. We were looking forward to the BROWNS-CARDINALS game this Sunday. I'll be there with my Cardinal shirt and Roger's BROWNS cap. May the best team win. Roger I love you and I'll miss you dearly. As long as you're in our hearts and minds you will never die. Love, Hubie

Bob Hamilton

November 30, 2007

Nichols Family,

I've known Roger for almost 30 years. When I was a Realtor at Kremer Realty in the 70's, I took most of my deals to hime when he worked for Cardinal Federal. I continued to work with him when he went to Waterfield Mortgage. Over those years, I've golfed with your dad many, many times. I met Brian when he got into the business and we were golf partners in the Realtor's league. It was always fun to golf with Brian and his Dad, especially when Brian did something silly and his dad said "Brian you know better than that". We'll all miss Roger and we'll really miss him on our annual West Virgina trip. I'm so sorry, it breaks your heart, he was too young.

Bob Hamilton

Sally Caipen

November 30, 2007

Brian,
The days ahead will be filled with all the wonderful memories you have had with your father and family. He was a treasure and a true professional. Our prayers to you and your family.
Randy and Sally Caipen

Mark Salchak

November 30, 2007

Brian and Jen:

I cherish the memories of your Father. Far too soon was he taken from this life, but God's plan is perfect. Roger watched me grow up, and I in turn was able to watch the two of you grow up. Time passes quickly. He spoke of you often and was proud of you both. You are a reflection of him.

Here is one of those fond memories of your father.

Roger was always impeccably dressed. During a golf outing with Milan and Rich, we laughed and truly had one of those "good old days."

Roger had just gotten cleaned up, changing into crisply pressed white pants and a clean shirt. His hair, perfectly groomed.

I had driven my golfcart into the woods to find my ball, and had gotten stuck in mud. Roger pulled his cart next to mine, got out of his cart, helped me find my ball and offered to help by pushing my
cart out of the mud. I pushed the accelerator as Roger attempted to "rock" the golf cart. In horror, I looked at Roger. The wheels had spun and sprayed your father from head to toe with mud.

His pants, shirt, glasses, face and hair were "peppered" with mud from the spinning tire. After a stunned moment of surprise, We tried wiping the mud, only making it worse. Both of us laughed the rest of the night about it. He was a great sport, he never got angry. Roger, retelling the story to Milan and Rich, just made it more hilarious. It was one of those golden moments, a story shared between friends for many other outings to come. If we shared a cart, he would say "try to stay away from the mud this time, ehh?"

I will miss those moments. I will miss those conversations. This world and my soul have a small piece missing from it. Roger is a great man, a brave man. He has my respect.

Sleep peacefully my friend and may you always dwell in the open and loving arms of God.

Your friend,

Mark

Susan & Mike Andrews

November 30, 2007

Our family holds so many happy memories of the early years of the Regency Park neighborhood. What fun you kids had zipping up and down Clark Drive, making new friends, getting into trouble, and sharing both toys and secrets! One of the highlights of this time was the year that the Nichols family put in their swimming pool. (Was it 1986?) Big news for Ryan and Kara! Your parents were always so generous with this wonderful addition to the neighborhood. This was the year that both of the Andrews kids became good, strong swimmers, and I was so thankful for that. I can picture your dad, poolside, grinning and enjoying every minute of every dive. We always felt comfortable and welcome in that beautiful backyard where your dad was proud of the landscaping, but prouder of his children. When Uwe visited from Germany over many summers, he, too, knew that a warm welcome awaited him at the Nichols house - and in the pool.

I hope these are some of the memories that you kids (Brian, Jenny, & Lisa) focus on as you endure this huge loss in your lives. We know you will keep his memory alive for your own children.

Bob Strecker

November 29, 2007

I relied on Roger's expertise and integrity for the past 30 years. I knew if I had a question about underwriting or an aspect of a loan program, I had to make just one telephone call to get the right answers. He was a true professional. I also enjoyed his quick, razor wit that often softened some tense moments when a loan hit a bump or two.

Sandy Loy

November 29, 2007

Your grandpa was the greatest! He would come into my office at Salchak Realty and show me your pictures! He was very proud of his grandchildren.

Your grandpa was very smart.

He was loved by many people in the Lending, Title and Real Estate fields.

With loving memories of a man who believed in his family and enjoyed life.

Sandy Loy

Alissa Dyett

November 27, 2007

I was so happy to have spent time with Roger during the last year of his life. It was such a joy to see how much he cared for his family and how kind and generous he was to those he knew and loved.

He was a hard-working, successful businessman with much knowledge to share with those around him. I know that many professionals in his field admired his accomplishments.

I can only imagine the emptiness that his children feel right now. Words cannot express my heartfelt sympathy. I know that they will cherish the wonderful memories of their lives with their father.

I admire Roger's persistence in his courageous battle with his devastating disease. Also inspiring was his ultimate choice to leave this earthly life.

Thank you, Roger, for your kindness and friendship. As I promised you, I will always stay "clingy" with Brian.

Love always,
Alissa

Shelly Murray (Minne)

November 26, 2007

Brian,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless

Jodi, Doris, Brenda & Terry Voytek

November 26, 2007

Lisa, Mark and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Your in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please let us know.

Sally Bacon

November 24, 2007

Dear Brian & Family,
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Angie Palazzo

November 22, 2007

Dear Brian:
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your Father. I had heard he was sick, but didn't know it was so serious. I have known Roger ever since I got into the business. He was a pro at what he did and he did it with integrity. I know how close you were and I know you will miss him every day of your life. Keep your memories of him close to your heart. So sorry I missed the calling hours.

November 22, 2007

Roger,

I know your in Heaven and I know your happy. Remember our talk? But, I still miss you!
Happy Thanksgiving.

Julie and Jeff Williamson (West)

November 21, 2007

Brian,

I am sorry to hear about the lose of you father. Your family is in our thoughts and Prayers.

Mary Ellen McAvoy

November 20, 2007

Dear Nichols Family,
We were very saddened to hear of Roger's passing. He was a huge help to us last winter when we were moving back to the area and purchasing our home. We can't say enough kind words about him. He was always cheerful and upbeat and always had a story to share about his family. You certainly were the most important part of his life. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We were blessed to know Roger, if only for a short time.

God Bless,

Mary Ellen McAvoy and Craig Sivak

Nicole McGlumphy

November 20, 2007

Brian, Jenny and Nichols family

I am so very sorry for your loss. I have only the fondest memories of your dad. I remember high school summer days at the pool, Christmas time at the Nichols with so many presents under the tree that they covered the entire floor, I remember small chats we would have and all his kind words. He was an amazing person and I know all of you are missing him greatly. Brian, I know what you are going through and only wish I could ease your pain. Remember the good times and cherish every memory.
Your dad will be in my heart forever.

With Sympathy
Nicole McGlumphy

Jill Moravitz (Grom)

November 20, 2007

Brian,
I'm very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Al Spencer

November 20, 2007

Brian and family - I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Roger. We spent many years working side by side in the mortgage industry and have had many laughs and such good memories. It seems only yesterday we started at Cardinal Federal together. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Shelley Nunnelley-Sutula

November 19, 2007

Brian and family,

I am so sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Jessica (Novak) Emler

November 19, 2007

My deepest sympathy for the family. You are in my prays at this time. God Bless.

Russ & Nancy Nofsinger

November 19, 2007

To The Nichols Family:
Russ & I are deeply saddened with the loss of your father..We have known him for a long time and we thought so highly of him, such a good man..He loved his family so much. He will be truly missed by us..May your memories of Roger help you through your grief....God Bless you.

Sanders Home Realty

November 19, 2007

Brian & Jen,
Sanders Home Realty will miss your dad. He made deals happen. He was truly a one of a kind!

Mike and Becki Gray

November 19, 2007

Dear Brian, Jennifer and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your father was such a wonderful person and will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Leslie Jaroch

November 19, 2007

Dear Brian, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Dumire

November 19, 2007

Jen and Brian,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. He was so kind to me whenever I was over at your house. I will always remember that. I am praying for you both that you find comfort and peace during this difficult time. I hope the memories of how great your dad was carry you through.
Love, Scott, Debbie (Hickman), Tyler, Shelby, Travis, and Savannah Dumire

Heather Rains

November 19, 2007

Dear Brian and family,

We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. He was a great man. You are in our thoughts and prayers!

Heather Rains and family

Jerry Windle

November 19, 2007

My deepest regrets to his family. We have all lost a special person and I will miss my longtime friend.

Brynn Berkowitz

November 19, 2007

I love you Papa!

Jen Berkowitz

November 19, 2007

Dad,

You had no idea how proud of you I was for how you handled these last few weeks. You stayed strong until the end. You weren't even that hard on the nurses!!

We feel so cheated of the years we won't have with you and will cherish the ones we did. Thankfully, you were able to meet both of my girls. I know how much you loved your grandkids. You were amazed at how smart and fast Brynn is and how Brooke will be the one who "gives me a run for my money!"

I'll always be your little girl. I love you Dad.

Jen

Ann York and Benjiman Boyd

November 19, 2007

Your whole family is in our thoughts and prayers.

MATT, ANDRIA, EMMA AND HANNAH THORN

November 19, 2007

BRIAN MATT AND I ARE VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD HE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON.

Kathleen Mount

November 19, 2007

My dear friend Brian,
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You and your family have been, and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. And if I can do anything to help, please let me know.
With Love

First Metropolitan Mortgage

November 19, 2007

We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Roger is so highly respected in our industry. He has left an indelible mark on the mortgage profession and he will be missed.

Maegan Lowe

November 19, 2007

Grandpa,

I cant even begin to say how much I will miss you. It just doesnt seem real. I didn't get to visit you in the hospital until the last day, I was so sick, and I didnt want you to get sicker. I just hope you know how much I love you and that I will always think of you. Love, Maegan

Cummins Family

November 19, 2007

Brian and the Nichols family:
We are saddened to hear of the loss of your father. He was a wonderful person and touched the lives of many! He was a funny guy who we had the priveldge knowing...
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all (and have been) during this most difficult time.
Bill and Theresa Cummins

DONIELLE HOPKINS

November 19, 2007

THE NICHOLS FAMILY,

I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.

Shannon Thompson (Finch) and family

November 19, 2007

Jen and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. You have our sincere sympathy.

Leanne Lattimer

November 18, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about your father. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

The Staff of Donovan Funeral Home

November 18, 2007

We appreciate you trusting us with the care of your loved one at this difficult time.

Rob Hickman

November 18, 2007

Brian & Jenny,

I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. I truly hope you are able to find peace in this difficult time. I always thought highly of your Dad when I was over at your house as kids and I will miss him.

Ryan Andrews

November 18, 2007

My sympathies go out to the Nichols family. I will always remember hanging out there in the summer, riding around on the mower, swimming in the pool, and chipping golf balls around the backyard (and occasionally over the Wheeler's fence). I'm very sorry for your loss.

Ken Nichols

November 18, 2007

Roger!

You have been such a GREAT brother in so many ways. I will never forget our good times together both in Arizona, Ohio and especially West Virginia. Our last trip to West Virginia this last September was so memborable. We had so much fun at the family reunion with our 86 year old "Special" uncle French (also from WVa), how we were exploring our roots where we grew up. We neither had any clue of an idea of what was lying ahead. It is so hard to even thing about. I love you brother...

Janet Summers

November 18, 2007

I have always thought very highly of your dad. He was kind, helpful, generous and had a great sense of humor. He was always the one I would call on for help with my many computer "issues". He will be missed. May happy memories help carry your family through this difficult time.

Janet Summers

Sherry

November 18, 2007

Jennifer, Lisa and Brian, I am so sorry for the sudden loss of your Dad. If there was only one word to describe your Dad, it would be “kind hearted”. His courageous decision was not just for himself but also for his family. He is a person that will truly be missed.

Martha Rubino

November 18, 2007

Jenny and Brian,

We are so sad to hear of the loss of your dad. May the love of your family and friends and your faith in God get you through the days ahead. He was very proud of you both.

With deepest sympathy,
Mike and Martha Rubino

Patti, Mark, Drew and Kyle Berkowitz

November 18, 2007

We are so very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts. If you need anything please let us know. Your dad seemed like a great man.

Lexa, Alanna,Aleah & Annika Ryan & Nichols

November 18, 2007

Thank you Grandpa Roger for being such a great person in our lives. We loved you from day one of being a part of our family and will love and cherish you in our memories forever.
Love Lexa and Alanna

Thank you for taking me to the movies alot. Love Aleah

Love you Grandpa......... LOVE ANNIKA!!!!

Mark Dipasquale

November 18, 2007

I just wanted to say I'm very sorry to hear about the news my prayers go out to you Brian. I will be at the calling hrs on Mon.

Allison Allen

November 18, 2007

Jen, Brian & Family - We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I have such fond memories of him throughout my childhood. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Love - Erick, Allison (Rubino), Henry & Charlie Allen

FRENCH & MARY TAYLOR/CROSS

November 18, 2007

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Betty Steinmetz

November 18, 2007

We are so sorry for your loss. Steve and I thought the world of your Dad. He was so proud of his family.
Love and Prayers
Betty and Steve Steinmetz

Brian Nichols

November 17, 2007

Dad,

I will miss all of our fun times together. You are my best friend and I miss you so much. I loved talking everyday on the phone about loans we were working on and solving problems together. You always supported me on everything even if you didn't agree with it. I will remember all the hospital visits and all the special things we spoke about while you were there. We weren't just father and son but friends also. I will think about you everyday of my life. I will never forget November 16th 2007. You made such a courageous decision and I am so proud of you....I love you dad.

Brian

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