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Irene Nicol Obituary
MCCONNELSVILLE: Irene Nicol of McConnelsville passed away peacefully on February 15, 2013, the morning of her 96th birthday.
Born Vera Irene Nicol in Hackney, Center Township on February 15, 1917, she spent most of her life in Morgan County, Ohio. Irene married Richard H. (Dick) Nicol on July 20, 1941 and were married for 63 years. Irene and Dick owned and operated the Blue Bell Restaurant for 26 years and owned Nicol Apartments.
Irene loved and was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was an avid golfer and a founding member of Ladies Golf League. Irene's community service included the American Legion Women's Auxiliary, Post 24, Mother's Club, Study Club, Bridge clubs, Morgan County Ladies Golf League and member of the OES in McConnelsville.
Irene was known for her delicious brownies and chocolate chip cookies. She had an incredible sense of humor. Irene's stories always brought a smile to your face and you always had a good laugh in her presence. She enjoyed playing poker, bridge and euchre. Irene was proud to be a life-long Democrat and often talked politics with her friends and family.
She cherished the companionship of her many friends and neighbors. Chris and Clyde Crawford were especially close to Irene and she regarded them as her family. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Zanesville, OH.
Irene is pre-deceased by her husband, one brother, Bill Thomas; and her only child, Jimmy Dick Nicol.
Irene is survived by daughter-in law, Donna Nicol; four grandchildren, J. Bryan Nicol (Traci), Brad Nicol, Barbie (Jack) Coleman and Beth (David) Dorminey; and 10 great-grandchildren, Zachary, Jack, Sam, Maddi, Caroline, Elise, Abby, Ava, Jack and Jane, sister in law, Marjorie Thomas; and nephew, Mark (Kim) Thomas.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the M&M Fire Department or American Legion Color Guard.
Services will be held on Monday, February 18, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. at the Matheney Funeral Home in McConnelsville with burial following in the McConnelsville Cemetery. Friends may call on the family on Sunday, February 17, 2013 from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.
To send a note of condolence to the family go to www.matheneyfh.com.
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for Irene Nicol
Darla Jones
February 20, 2013
I love u Irene u will be sadly missed
Roger and Donna Smith
February 19, 2013
Conveying our sympathy to the Nicol family. We will miss her always warm greetings when we visited MoCo. Can't forget reading comics with Jimmy Dick at the Blue Bell and that "refill" of my ice cone. Wonderful lady !!
February 17, 2013
I offer my condolences to the Nicol Family. Maxine and I were friends of the Family
Charles Smith
Carolyn Drake
February 17, 2013
Sorry I can't be there to be with you all but know you are in my heart and prayers. Much love to all of you. You know how much I am going to miss visiting with my "special spunky friend" Irene.
February 17, 2013
Deepest Sympathy from Brent & Janet Spring.
sandy deible
February 17, 2013
she will be sadly missed.she was always a joy to be around.my prayers go out to all of her family and many friends.she will always be in our hearts.
February 17, 2013
I am sorry I can't get to the funeral home.I am thinking of you at this time and sending my deepest sympathy to you all. She was a wonderful woman. We always had fun on the bus trips. Barbara Ray
Amy Dingey
February 16, 2013
So very sorry for the loss of Irene. She will be sadly missed by many. Her whit made family gatherings so enjoyable.
Judy Radcliff
February 16, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of Irene's passing. She was such a sweet lady and I really enjoyed getting to know her and to help her out when needed. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Mike & Karole Swain
February 16, 2013
We have wonderful memories of Irene & her family. She was always so sweet & friendly every time we saw her. She will be missed.
Sandy Hall
February 16, 2013
Donna
I will miss Irene. She was always like a grandmother to me and I enjoyed picking her up for bridge and visiting with her. I am unable to come out right now as I just had my gall bladder removed and am not allowed out until Tuesday for a doctor's visit. I will miss her and think of her fondly. My deepest regrets.
Jack & Pam Baker
February 16, 2013
Sorry for your loss, but she definitely never be forgotten. In her words that she used with my husband...she was a hoot. Love & miss her already.
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