Glana Nichols Obituary

Glana Leslie Nichols WILMINGTON - Glana Leslie Nichols: mother, artist, "Honey," friend, "Sis," volunteer, neighbor, decorator, chef, companion, shop-o-holic, organizer, birthday cake baker, dog-lover, adventurer, (dark) chocoholic, wine-lover, movie-goer. Glana Nichols, passed away at her home Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010 at the age of 64. Glana was born in Raleigh, Aug. 10, 1946. Her parents were Helen Wright and Joseph A. Leslie III. Glana's father passed away when she was 15 and her mother remarried Capt. Dexter Rumsey III. Glana attended Vardell Hall High School and Gardner Webb College. In 1970, Glana married J.L. Nichols III and in 1971 she gave birth to their son, James L. Nichols IV. Glana lived in several cities throughout her life, most notably: Winston- Salem, Wilmington, Charlotte, Raleigh, Kinston and Norfolk. Glana was a beloved mother, grandmother, ("Honey"), and mother-in-law who devoted her life to sharing her love with her family, and in doing so she projected more love onto her family than she could possibly receive in return. This was evidenced by the way Glana embraced their interests, whether it was astronomy, tennis, decorating, Duke basketball, or arts and crafts. Glana was an active friend and neighbor who was always excited for a chance to socialize whether for a casual party or for a friendly lunch. Glana was an avid volunteer with a strong civic will. She organized the original Art in the Arboretum and chaired the event for many years. She was devoted to the Domestic Violence Shelter & Services - helping to renovate and redecorate the current shelter as well as the resale shop that raised money for the shelter: Vintage Values. She also organized the original gift shop for the Hospice Festival of Trees and chaired the effort for several years. Friends and family were invited to a service to remember and celebrate the life of Glana Nichols on Saturday, Oct. 16. The service was at 3 p.m. at the St. Andrews-Covenant Presbyterian Church in Wilmington, immediately followed by a receiving. Glana is survived by her son, James L. Nichols IV and his wife Amanda K. Nichols, and their children Sutton and Colter and J.L. Nichols III. She is also survived by her brothers, Joe Leslie and Chris Rumsey and his son Holden. Finally, she leaves behind her beloved dog, Nicholas. Glana's family asks that, in lieu of flowers, you send a donation in her name to one of her favorite charities: The Domestic Violence Shelter of Wilmington, P.O. Box 1555, Wilmington, NC 28402 or the Arboretum of Wilmington, 6206 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com. Andrews Market Street Service is in charge.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 17, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Glana Nichols

6 Entries

December 19, 2010

Dear Jamie and family,
We are so sad and still in a state of disbelief that your precious Mother is gone.You were a little boy playing with Leggo's when you guys moved on Colony Road. Glana and I became instant and constant friends, and were able to keep in touch after the move to Wilmington. I have such wonderful memories of Glana: shopping, playing bridge, volunteering @ school, and our great road trips. Glana and JL came to my second wedding and the wire art she gave me is something I see every day with joy, as with the pottery she made and gave me. She was an incredibly talented and fun person, and we hope and pray that one day your sorrow will lessen and you will have peace, knowing how beloved she was by her friends.We send all our love and sympathy to you and yours, and may this season bring you more happy memories than pain.So glad you have your own family and children. Love, Elaine Farthing McGuigan (lived on Picardy) and John McGuigan

Drina Keen

November 6, 2010

Dear J.L.,
Glana was on my mind so much today that I went to my computer to see if I could do a search and find out where you guys were living now. So, I have just discovered your great loss. Jerry and I send lots of love and healing energy. I will cherish all the wonderful memories all of us spent together.
Drina and Jerry Keen.
1410 Longbow Drive
Kannapolis,NC 28081
[email protected]

October 27, 2010

How saddened I am to have learned, just today, of your great loss. Glana was unique and memorable in all the very best ways. She was a wonderful neighbor here in Charlotte and, although she moved away many years ago, there is hardly a day that goes by that I don't remember her when I drive past the house she filled with color and laughter . . . and I smile. Clearly, she made an indelible impression on all those whose lives she touched, and I count myself fortunate to be one of them. My sincerest sympathy to all of you who loved her so. Ann Hinson, Charlotte

October 19, 2010

I only met Glana in an art workshop two weeks before she died. She impressed me as a vivacious, loving woman who adored her family and had an infectious enthusiasm for what she did. She was also an accomplished artist who was eager to learn more and explore new ways of thinking and expressing herself. I know you will miss her very much but have many memories to comfort you in the years ahead. My deepest sympathy in your loss. Cheryl McGraw Wilmington

Allan Roy

October 17, 2010

No one would know me in your family, nor would any of Glana's friends, etc. I was in a few classes with Glana at Norview HS in Norfolk, Va. I wanted to send a note that Glana was a remarkably wonderful person. I never socialized with Glana or her friends. I was a badly dressed kid with holes in my socks from an economically very poor family of the" wrong side of the tracks" section of Norfolk and was of little significance in the social hierachy of Norview HS. However, Glana, who was very "popular" and who hung around with all the "cool" kids, always chatted with me and and waved to me in passing, even though I was socially "invisible." She always made me feel like an equal and special. Glana was different than most others during those teenage years. She was emotinally mature for her young years. That is the reason I remembered her name when it popped up in Sandy Tauro's Facebook site. I haven't thought about Glana since 1964 or so but I always remembered the attractive, warm girl who made this "nobody" feel like somebody. I am certain that her offspring bring the same God-given gift of love to those that they encounter in life.

Allan Roy
Delta Air Lines B767 Captain (ret)

Linda Gunter-Boyd-Prince

October 17, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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