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Kenneth Nichols Obituary
Ken was a 1966 Graduate of Beaumont High School and was a valued player on the baseball and football teams. He attended Baylor University from 1966-1970, where he met the love of his life, Paula Faye Allison. Ken graduated with a BBA in Finance.
After graduation, Ken and Paula were married in Woodville, TX and moved to Beaumont in 1974, where they happily raised their four boys. For over twenty-five years he owned and operated Gibson's Tru-Value with his brother, Allan, and was a staple in the community. In his free time, Ken loved coaching his son's baseball teams, attending Jimmy Buffett and Willie Nelson concerts and playing golf. One of his favorite pastimes was watching Baylor Football and he rarely missed a home game.
Ken is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Paula A. Nichols; four sons, James Barton Nichols of Beaumont, Adam B. Nichols and wife Taylor of Corpus Christi, Neal B. Nichols and wife Shel of Houston, and Luke A. Nichols and wife Jennifer of Beaumont; two brothers, Howard Nichols Jr. and wife Sally of Beaumont, and Richard Allan Nichols of Beaumont; eleven grandchildren, Munro Nichols, Hudson Nichols, Hayes Nichols, Lilly Claire Nichols, Cameron Nichols, Nash Nichols, Dean Nichols, Russell Nichols, Isaac Nichols, James Nichols and Allison Nichols; and numerous extended family members and loving friends.
Ken was preceded in death by his Father Howard Grant Nichols, Mother Ellen Barton Nichols, and Brother Reed E. Nichols.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, at 11:00am in the Sanctuary of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1350 N. 23rd St., Beaumont, TX 77706.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Nichols
Garry Nelson
June 19, 2024
What a great guy! The Nichols family was a wonderful chapter in my life growing up in Beaumont . Ken was bigger than life and always fun to be around. I remember sandlot baseball and football games, basketball games in the church league, swimming in the pool, and countless games of risk . I won´t forget him.
Garry Nelson
Carmel Geheb
June 10, 2024
Sorry to hear of Ken's passing. I worked for him and Allan at Gibsons. Ken was a great man to work for. He will be missed. Prayers sent for the family.
Vic Watson
June 5, 2024
I´m saddened to hear of Ken´s passing. I enjoyed working for Ken and Allan many years ago at Gibson´s. God´s blessings be upon all your families. Vic Watson - Comanche, TX
Jennie Schroeder Crays
May 5, 2024
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Your many years together will hold cherished memories for you and your family.
Wally
May 4, 2024
I worked for Ken and Allan at Gibson's. I came to be friends with Ken as well. I have great memories of my time working for and with Ken. I have no magic words of encouragement but I do know to hold tight to the memories and Ken will never be far away.
Judy Hammond
May 3, 2024
I hope many memories will bring you and your family comfort in the days ahead.
Charles Coffey
May 2, 2024
I was saddened to hear of Ken's passing. He was always so kind to me and my family. Looking forward to being with him in heaven.
Judy Dishman
May 2, 2024
My deepest sympathy & love to you ,Paula, and your family.. Judy Dishman...Kenny was a very special person and will be missed!!!
Kay Abernathy
May 2, 2024
Paula, I send love and prayers for you and your family,
Kay Abernathy
Wayne Seelbach
May 2, 2024
Deepest sympathy to Paula and all of Ken´s family. Ken was always a kind and gentle soul.
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