Springfield, Illinois
SPRINGFIELD - Vesta Meek Nichols, 89, of Springfield died peacefully at her home on Thursday, Dec. 6, 2007.
She was born April 21, 1918, in Springfield, the daughter of Josephine Snowden and Albert O.J. Meek. She married George Ray Nichols in 1944. She was preceded in death by her...
Read MoreIt is with with great fondness and respect that I recall Vesta. At 52 years of age, her words to me about education and focus continue to resonate today. I truly appreciate the time I had with her as, I'm sure we all do.
Gregory Young
January 11, 2008 | Hercules, CA
I have witness the strength of Vesta's determination to be present and involved in family matters. She was strong and made you feel the strength of racial dignity. We will miss her. I think her presents will be with us, and her record for years to come.
Robert Good
January 08, 2008 | Peoria, IL
Victoria, such a beautiful testimony for such a beautiful, caring person. Cousin Vesta will be missed by all. We will continue to stay in touch. May your faith continue to sustain you, Louis and the children.
Beverly Travis
January 08, 2008 | Riverdale, GA
6/15/2002 Vesta & George Nichols & Family (George passed 6/19/2002)
January 07, 2008
Dear Vicky and family,
I heard of your outstanding mother through my My aunt, Ethel Gingold.
Both my aunt and your mother were dynamic woman who had the courage to "stand" tall for their beliefs and work to make a difference in the world. Just as you Vicky her daughter have done. Blessings and love to you and your family.
Marilyn Silver
Marilyn silver
January 04, 2008 | Phoenix, AZ
Vicki,
We extend our sympathy to you and your family. We are going to miss seeing your mother at the concerts. She was a remarkable woman with many interests and talents and a concern for helping others.
With warm regards,
Pat and Fred Stericker
January 01, 2008 | Springfield, IL
Vicki,
As you know Aunt Vesta has touched all of our lives as a family which has made us strong, I will truly miss her, God Bless.
Carl Madison
December 19, 2007 | Canton, OH
Vicky and Family
I can say that I know how you feel just loosing my mother November 29,2007. We loved them but God loved them more. Just continue to have faith in God knowing she is in a better place and he will take you through.
The joy of the Lord is our strenght. She did her works here and the gates of Heaven was open for her.
Our prayers are with you and the family.
Tony and Sharon Pettit Sr.(Springfield, IL.)
Tony Pettit, Sr.
December 18, 2007 | Springfield, IL
i am so sorry for your loss. vesta
was a special lady. when don first started at cms as an operator
and then programmer, vesta knew his goal was to become an analyst and she did all she could to teach him and encourage him. we always loved your mother and father. her
life touched many and she will be sorely missed.
nell and don servis
December 17, 2007 | Springfield, IL
