"Hi grandma, I hope you loved the service. Mom said it was beautiful. She sent me photos of you and the flowers. You will be missed but happy that the struggles are over with and you are healthy again. We will all miss the pickles and Xmas get togethers. Love you always."
In loving memory of
Inez Nichols
December 10, 1921 - February 18, 2013
Inez Lucille Nichols was born on December 10, 1921, in Wilder, Minnesota to the late Palmer and Ruth Marie (Rank) Swanson. She was baptized at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Windom and later confirmed there. Inez received all of her education at the Wilder Schoolhouse; graduating in the Class of 1939.
On September 25, 1955, Inez was united in marriage to Clinton Nichols at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Windom. This marriage was blessed with four children, Ruth, Clinton, Steven and Keith. Shortly after marriage, Inez and Clinton moved to Amo Township, Cottonwood County where they raised their family and made their home until 2002 when they moved into Windom. For thirty years, Inez worked at the Sears store in Windom until her retirement.
Recently, Inez's health began to decline and she became a resident of the Good Samaritan Society-Sogge Memorial in Windom where she passed away on Monday, February 18, 2013, at the age of 91 years.
Inez was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Windom. She will be remembered for her love of crossword and jigsaw puzzles, board games, latch hooking, baking for her loved ones and time spent with family.
Inez is survived by her husband, Clinton C. Nichols of Windom; four children, Ruth Majerus (David) of Lakefield; Clinton Nichols, Jr. (Judy) of Lakefield; Steven Nichols of Windom; Keith Nichols (Denise) of Lakefield; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and special companion, Muffy.
She is preceded in death by her parents , two sisters, Audrey Schmidt and Lila Mae Swanson, nephew Don Schmidt and great-granddaughter Jazmine.
Tributes
"Nichols family...I was so sorry to hear about your mom....she was a great lady...Cherish the time and memories of her and remember she will always be with you watching over all of you....I have so many fond memories of her and the times we spend together from the first day(night) I met her....I can still hear her saying "Clint she is not sleeping under this roof tonight" and Clint saying "but the weather is to bad for Steve to bring her home, it'll be ok" and Inez just kept doing those dishes even though it was midnight.....boy how time changes a person, and even in her last days she still considered me Steve's wife, her daughter in-law, even though I wasn't.....that makes me feel good cause I always thought of her as another mother to me...we had many talks when we lived with them....good and bad, but she was always there no matter what.....I loved her dearly and always will but she is finally without pain. Take care of your dad, there will be days that all he'll want is someone to cry with and a hug or two....God Bless Inez......Rest In Peace "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Inez and Shirley worked together for years at Sears, she always had a smile. Tammy (Stevens) & Mark Axford"
"To Ruth, Leesa and all the famiy. I am sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom & Grandma. I recall our 5th grade year, Ruth, and staying with your family. She was so kind and really made me feel welcomed. That meant so much to me. I also remember visiting with her many times at the Sears store, as my Mom knew her. May all your wonderful memories carry you through this difficult time. Love & Hugs to all. Wanda (Refsland) Lange Loved the pictures.....the great lady I remember. "
"I remember Inez and Clinton's wedding night. In my young eyes it was all wonder and glitter. She was so beautiful and they danced so beautifully. They just floated across the floor. Now many years later there are many more memories: her smile, her laugh and being able to visit (not near enough times). Love and hugs to all the family and a special hug for Uncle Clinton! Cherish the memories!! Bev & Dwayne Kuhlman"
"Our deepest sympathies to you all. Inez was a super sweet soul...I am sure she will be missed sorely by you all. Thoughts and prayers with you all."
"To all the family.. you have our deepest sympathies. May God be with you during this difficult time. May He surround you with His love and give you comfort. We will continue to pray for you..Lynnette and Brad Anderson"
"Our deepest sympathy to all of you on the loss of your mom and grandmother. May God bring you peace and comfort as you grieve and wonderful memories of Inez to celebrate her life. "
"Condolences to the family."
"We will miss you very much Great Gramma Nichols & we all love you, Tyler, Trevor, & Alexis. "
"So sorry for your loss. All the memories of Inez as wife,mother and grandmother and Aunt will be cherished for years to come. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
"Clinton, Ruth, Sunny, Steve, and Keith So sorry for your loss. You will always have the great memories of all the good times you have shared. "
"Deepest sympathy for the loss of Inez! Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time!"
"May God Bless the Clinton Nichols Family. Inez was so fun to talk with, and share stories about Grandma Mabel Nichols, and all the years they spent together on the home place. It was fun to visit them there, and explore in the woods. Sorry we will not make the funeral. But you will be in our Thoughts and Prayers. Love from, Linda & Patrick Duscher. Sheila, Amanda & Thomas; Doug and Teresa, (kids) Lexi and Colin Duscher"
"I am so sorry to hear about ur lose.She will be very missed. She is one of the angels that will be watching over u all for ever.My thoughts and prayers go out to you and ur family ."
"Our sympathy to all the Nichols family. Inez and Clinton were our good neighbors for years. We pray for healing peace for all of you."
"Nichols family sorry to hear your mo passed away. She is resting in peace Clara Johnson"