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Donnie Nichols Obituary
Donnie Gene Nichols, age 82, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 14, 2019. A service celebrating his life will be held Tuesday December 17, 2019 at 10:00 am at Montgomery United Methodist Church in Montgomery, Texas. Officiating will be Sr. Pastor David Lindwall. A reception will follow at the church.
Donnie was born September 29, 1937 to Ira Boyter Nichols and Hardy Dewey Nichols in Mira, Louisiana. Donnie is survived by his wife of 52 years, Yvette and together they raised five children, Kenny Roberts (Amy), Carol Kennedy (Dennis), Mike Nichols, Kevin Roberts (Gina) and Susan Russell (Tommy). Donnie has ten grandchildren, Lindsey Boughton, Eric Maricelli, Nikki and K.C. Roberts, Taylor and Dylan Russell, Jenna Cox, Aaron, Austin and Brandon Nichols, six great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews including nephew Shane Cook.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, one brother and one grandson.
It was Donnie's mission in life to serve and protect. He accomplished this everyday as a devoted family man and for 32 years as a proud and dedicated law enforcement officer.
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Leo DuCote
December 19, 2019
Donnie and I grew up together playing basketball and attending Belcher High School. Donnie was well thought of by his friends and neighbors. God bless Donnie's family in this time of sorrow.
Mariann McDonald
December 19, 2019
My heart and prayers are with the family during this sad time. You were loved and will be missed Uncle Donnie.
Danny Logan
December 17, 2019
Remembering a good friend for a long time with love. Danny Logan
Paul Rabbuck
December 17, 2019
Sure enjoyed our guitar sessions. Guess we should have made a CD to share. You will be missed.
Wanda Sandifer
December 17, 2019
Donnie has always had respect and admiration from our entire family. We had many connections in the past with school and sports. He and Yvette established a wonderful loving family and their legacy will live for generations. He will be missed but never forgotten.
The Dale Sandifer Family
Mike Mortensen
December 17, 2019
Loved the time I spent with you. What an honorable man. Served his country and family. It was a honor to know you Mr. Donnie Nichols.
Fred Lohmann
December 17, 2019
On behalf of the men and women of the National Insurance Crime Bureau, we extend our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family during this difficult time. Fred Lohmann Regional Director Southwest Region
Shane Cook
December 17, 2019
You will be deeply missed. I know you dancing on streets of gold. I love you Uncle Donnie.
Karen Cooke Palmisano
December 16, 2019
So happy we met as a relative from the past. I remember the first time you and Yvette came and met Carol and me. It was such a blessing and we developed a fabulous relationship!! May you Rest In Peace
JoAnn BROWN
December 16, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.Prayers for comfort for the family. Love JoAnn Brown
Beulah McGraw
December 16, 2019
I knew Donnie for just a short time. He made everyone around him smile. He was a gentleman and a good investigator. It was my privilege to have known him. Rest in peace brother in blue.
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