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Garlin G. Nichols

1959 - 2015

Garlin G. Nichols obituary, 1959-2015, Waterford, MI

BORN

1959

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Coats Funeral Home - Waterford

3141 Sashabaw Road

Waterford, Michigan

Garlin Nichols Obituary

NICHOLS, GARLIN G.; of Waterford; died June 23, 2015; at 55 years of age. Born December 6, 1959 in Pontiac, the son of Garlin and the late Donna Nichols. Beloved brother of Cynthia (Daniel) Redpath and Deborah (James III) Hutchinson; dearest uncle of Nicole, Meagan and Andrew; great uncle of Matthew and Nicklas. Garlin loved working on his Grand Nationals and Corvettes. Years ago he worked for AAA and most recently worked for Detroit Auto Auction. Funeral Service 10 a.m. Friday, June 26, 2015 at COATS FUNERAL HOME-WATERFORD. Rev. Elton Barber officiating. Burial at Ottawa Park Cemetery, Clarkston. Family will receive friends Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Family. To send a private condolence visit www.coatsfuneralhome.com/obituaries

Published by The Oakland Press from Jun. 23 to Jun. 24, 2015.
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June 24, 2016

So sorry to hear of Garlins passing!He was a very special person! He would help anyone if he was able to!He will be greatly missed!

Ruth Braden

June 25, 2015

So sorry to hear of his passing. He was truly one of a kind.He never met a stranger.He would try to help anyone that asked!He will be missed by all!!R I P.

Ruth Braden

June 25, 2015

Garlin you will be missed very much. I didnt know you very well but I know you were a good guy. R. I. P.

Terri Miller

June 24, 2015

Had so many wonderful memories of garlin, to my kids he was "uncle nick", he lived with me for a few years and was always there to lend a hand He was a great man who will be deeply missed

shannon ashley

June 24, 2015

Although are paths have not crossed for many years. Just your name surfacing on face book the other day from Ivan, brought back alot of fond memories, in those memories I cannot find any negative. Garland always had a hello or a nod of the head to acknowledge you. He will be greatly missed by all. Best wishes to the family
T.A.

Todd Aldrich

June 24, 2015

Garlin,

I have been so blessed to have shared 13 wonderful happy years with you. I will never forget our long talks and laughing until our stomachs hurt. I have a lot of good memories I will cherish a lifetime. You were my best friend, and I love you with all my heart. You had the biggest kindest heart, you will be missed dearly. You will be in my heart forever!! I miss you and love you forever always xoxo, may God be with you. God Bless. Melita

June 24, 2015

Garlin I am so blessed to have shared 13 happy wonderful years together. I will never forget our long talks and laughing until our stomachs hurt. You always made me smile, and realize things could always be worse. You will be in my heart forever and I will always love you with all my heart. You always told me to be grateful for the things you have. I am so grateful for you, and the friendship and love we shared. I miss you and love you. God Bless.

June 24, 2015

Good man. Treated my family like his family. Rest in paradise.

Dawn Dotson

June 24, 2015

Rest in peace my friend and business partner thru the auction years and beyond. You a well respected man.

Mick Ong

June 24, 2015

May you rest in peace Garlin.

Brandy

June 24, 2015

You will always hold a very special place in my heart . Many great memories at the auction. Prayers for family and friends. You were a wonderful man.

Leah Littleton

June 24, 2015

I will miss Garlin based mostlly because of the kind of man he was.He had character and a great personality,the kind that is rarely seen in todays society.He was a kind,down to earth,trusting,the kind of guy you would trust with your life.I loved how easy going he was,and expecially his laugh,I'll never forget it,that hearty kind of laugh that you knew what was inside of him,and he was the real deal.
The kinda of guy who would bend over backwards to help you if you needed it.And of course he was a "car guy"like me.We used to talk alot about muscle cars & women(LOL).Definately gonna miss him.

Donald Shriner

June 23, 2015

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Jun

25

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Coats Funeral Home - Waterford

3141 Sashabaw Road, Waterford, MI 48329

Jun

26

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Coats Funeral Home - Waterford

3141 Sashabaw Road, Waterford, MI 48329

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3141 Sashabaw Road, Waterford, MI 48329

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