"Judy Nichols was a wonderful woman who will be missed by so many. I have known her many years through my sister-in-law Emily Wilson, my brother Bob Wilson, nephew Scott Wilson, niece Shana (Wilson) Thompson, Scott Allen & Alexis Thompson. It will be hard not seeing her at family functions. She was always kind and helpful. She was a true Christian. She spoke by example and not by preaching at you. Bless her and Popo for they are now together with God. I will pray for all her family, friends, and church members who will miss her so much."
In loving memory of
Jewelle Fry Nichols
Nichols, Jewelle Fry Born Lois Jewelle Fry on February 13, 1921. Jewelle later became known as Judy to many, and lovingly known as Momo by her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was born in Bemis, Tennessee where she later met her husband, Richard Thurston Nichols Sr. at a skating rink. They moved to Arizona in 1951 and were married for 40 years. She worked at Valley National Bank for 17 years. She is survived by her four children, Richard T. Nichols, Jr., Raymond E. Nichols, Emily A. Nichols (Wilson), and Margaret J. Nichols (Kerlin), her nine grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Of all things that she loved in her long and joyous life, it had to be all of her family and friends. Momo, we will all miss you, and your love will live on forever in each one of us. Go in peace and be with Popo for eternity. Memorials can be sent to Sunnyslope Presbyterian Church or Hospice of the Valley in her memory. A celebration of her life will be at Sunnyslope Presbyterian Church, 9317 N. 2nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85020 on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 2:00 pm.
Tributes
"To all of Judy’s children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren: Please accept our warmest and sincere regrets upon hearing of Judy’s passing. We are so sorry that we cannot attend the services but our hearts and prayers will be with you on that day. Judy was a fine person and will certainly be missed by the family. Warm Love, Tony and Leigh Martin"
"The last day I visited with Momo she called me by name and gave that great big smile of hers to show me she was glad to see me. We talked about happy times and I told her she always meant so much to me. She asked about my mom, the kids and grandkids.Such a caring, special lady. As I know Momo would want, I will be taking care of little Ella after anesthesia so Lindsey, Jeff, Jordan and my mom can attend the Celebration of Life for my "special mother-in-law. Thank you, Momo, for the memories that will live in all our hearts. Janie"
"I will always remember Aunt Judy’s smile, her laughter and her constant good humor. I delighted in listening to Uncle Thurston and Aunt Judy conversing with others and echoing virtually every remark as if only one were speaking. I always got a kick out of that because it was like watching a tennis match. I miss both of them and my prayers and thoughts are with Emily, Margaret, Rich and Ray and their families. Love to all, Jack"
"Though personally she was calm and gentle, her laugh was electric. And she most certainly was an angel; after all, she stuck it out with "Nervous Nelly" Nichols for years. Visited the two of them only once in Phoenix, but good memories of that visit linger. We Martins will all miss Judy, a special part of the lives of so many. Deus vobiscum, sweetheart Freddy"
"Aunt Judy, as she was known to my father, James Martin, and to me, was wonderfully hospitable to me and to my friend Ada when we visited her after our college graduation in the summer of 1993. She put us up for a couple of days at her home in Phoenix. And she bought us Phoenix Suns T-shirts. I remember my visit fondly, and I’ve thought of her often since then. She was lovely. And she will be missed. My deepest condolences to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. With love, Amy"