Carrie Allen Nickens

To have found a cousin so soon and then to lose her is hard. But I am so glad for the short time I knew her. Carrie was a gentlewoman who brings to my mind "Blessed are the peace makers..." All my sympathies to her loved ones.

Carrie McCray Nickens was the epitome of commitment and diligence. She worked fervently to further the mission of Talladega College and to instill the best of personhood and academic excellence among all students she encountered. She was a blessing!

Aunt Carrie I miss you even though we had not seen each other in a couple of years. I will never forget you and Aunt Rose taking my mom for me so I could go away. Rest in peace and keep heaven smiling.
Until we meet again, Love Michael McKoy and family.

Your writings were insightful and healing. Your poems and novel should be on our schools reading lists since they are not just about your own family history but about America and its racial history. I only met you once, but admire you and and your sister, Rosemary a lot. You both are heroes to me.

Aunt Carrie will truly be missed by one and all. I am so grateful to her for documenting our wonderful family history. I'd always been proud of my heritage, but having it documented for others to learn about makes me even prouder. I know my grandmother, Rosemary, will miss her dear sister and roommate, but I know she is thankful to God that they were able to share so many wonderful years together. I know I am thankful for having her in my life for so long and for being able to learn so...

Mrs.Nickens was a true role model as a Social Worker. She not only taught me at Talladega College,but assisted me in obtaining a full fellowship at Columbia University School of Social Work in NYC. I will forever be indebted to her.

I have never met you but thank you for the support and Inspiration you have given Kimberly. I have worked with her in her films, She has expressed great admiration for her grandma. Thank you again and may you rest in comfort in God's clouds

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

I was so sorry to hear about Carrie. She was a wonderful person, just the absolute best. While I've not seen her in several years (much to my detriment), I shared a few meals in her home with her and her lovely, engaging sister. She was a fascinating woman, a learned soul, a terrific writer, a consummate hostess, and a kind, loving spirit. I will miss her very much, and hope that everyone's words here will provide some comfort to her family. Miss Carrie was deeply loved.