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Leonard Paul Nichols, 77, of Roanoke, Va., died on Monday, September 14, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Doc and Mary Nichols; and two sisters. Surviving are his wife of 41 years, Arlene Hiner Nichols; children, Wanda Gail White and husband, Rob, Dana Lucas and fiance, James, Vanessa Nichols, and Leonard Mark Nichols and wife, Toni. He is also survived by nine grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; five stepgrandchildren; two stepgreat-grandchildren; seven sisters; one brother; numerous nieces and nephews; and little dog, "Precious." Funeral services will be held at noon on Friday, September 18, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Butch Hammed officiating. Interment will follow at Montvale Presbyterian Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 16, 2009, and on Thursday, September 17, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Gentle Shepherd Hospice, 6045 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, Va. 24019. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Sep. 16, 2009.

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September 17, 2009

Dana,
We have been praying for you and your family .You look so much like your DAD.We know this has been so hard for you we hope to see you and James soon.
Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you as only He can.

Doug & Marie Killen
Logan, WV

Sandi Mays Saunders (Barbara's daughter)

September 16, 2009

Dear Arlene,
I am sorry to be out of town and not able to come and pay my respects and offer my sincere condolences in person. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
There are no words to make it easier, but I know the Lord walks with you and that is the biggest comfort we can ever have.
May God's Mercy, Heaven's Blessings and the support of family and friends help you through this time.

Ashby (Junior) Mason

September 16, 2009

I remember Paul from when I was just a kid growing up in Blue Ridge and later in Vinton.He was always nice and very polite to everyone. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all in his family.

Deb Moras

September 16, 2009

Your family is being lifted up in prayer by all your friends at Gentle Shepherd Hospice. Family Care Representative.

Andy, Pam & Elizabeth Gross

September 16, 2009

Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family in the loss of Paul. Our prayers are with you.

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