William "Bill" Nichols, 73, of Lead passed away peacefully Thursday, December 22nd at his home following a lengthy illness. He was cared for during his final days by his wife of 26 years, Nira Nichols and their blended family of his sons, her daughters and their spouses.
Bill was born April 26, 1933 in Lead to Hugh and Hilma (Aarni) Nichols. His wife Nira and their pet cat Tinker Bell survive him and reside at the home he loved and cared for on Mill Street for over 50 years. Bill enjoyed and treasured his large extended family.
Bill married Sylvia Hart in 1955 and together had two sons, Michael and Jerome.
He married Nira Napton-Michael in 1980 and became stepfather to her six children.
Immediate family include; eldest son Michael; his wife Marsha and grandchildren Jess and Ellise Nichols of rural Deadwood; son Jerome, his wife Donna and granddaughters Katie and Julia Nichols of Rapid City. One brother, Hugh Nichols of Deadwood and three sisters; Sarah Fardig and Betty (Richard) Brown and family from California. Helen (Lynn) Harris and family in Arizona. Stepchildren; Stella (Steve) Anderson and Steven Michael; Helen (Doug) and Stacy Millar, Richard (Tanya and Travis) Michael all of Rapid City. Roberta, (Bob) Kera and Carrie Williams of Lead, Pam (Adam) Thomas and Bridgette Lewis of Sturgis, Patty, (Steve) and Lee Barton in Montana; eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Also considered family, are his many friends in Lead-Deadwood and the Northern Hills area.
He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and stepgrandson Chris Barton.
Bill attended Lead schools and began working for Homestake Mining Company in 1949. He worked various positions and retired as Master Warehouseman in November of 1992 after 43 years of service. Hunting, fishing, building and antiquing were favorite hobbies. A carefully selected collection of carbide mine and railroad lamps became his pride and joy. During his son's younger years, Bill spent time as a Boy Scout troop leader and Sunday school teacher. Many memorable outdoor activities and especially winter Scout camps in the Black Hills remain part of his legacy to his sons.
A fellowship luncheon in memory of Bill will be held Saturday, January 6th, at the Homestake Mansion in Lead. A family inurnment will be held that morning at Mountain Lawn Cemetery. A memorial has been established in Bill's name to Hospice of the Northern Hills. The Aldinger Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Bill was born April 26, 1933 in Lead to Hugh and Hilma (Aarni) Nichols. His wife Nira and their pet cat Tinker Bell survive him and reside at the home he loved and cared for on Mill Street for over 50 years. Bill enjoyed and treasured his large extended family.
Bill married Sylvia Hart in 1955 and together had two sons, Michael and Jerome.
He married Nira Napton-Michael in 1980 and became stepfather to her six children.
Immediate family include; eldest son Michael; his wife Marsha and grandchildren Jess and Ellise Nichols of rural Deadwood; son Jerome, his wife Donna and granddaughters Katie and Julia Nichols of Rapid City. One brother, Hugh Nichols of Deadwood and three sisters; Sarah Fardig and Betty (Richard) Brown and family from California. Helen (Lynn) Harris and family in Arizona. Stepchildren; Stella (Steve) Anderson and Steven Michael; Helen (Doug) and Stacy Millar, Richard (Tanya and Travis) Michael all of Rapid City. Roberta, (Bob) Kera and Carrie Williams of Lead, Pam (Adam) Thomas and Bridgette Lewis of Sturgis, Patty, (Steve) and Lee Barton in Montana; eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Also considered family, are his many friends in Lead-Deadwood and the Northern Hills area.
He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and stepgrandson Chris Barton.
Bill attended Lead schools and began working for Homestake Mining Company in 1949. He worked various positions and retired as Master Warehouseman in November of 1992 after 43 years of service. Hunting, fishing, building and antiquing were favorite hobbies. A carefully selected collection of carbide mine and railroad lamps became his pride and joy. During his son's younger years, Bill spent time as a Boy Scout troop leader and Sunday school teacher. Many memorable outdoor activities and especially winter Scout camps in the Black Hills remain part of his legacy to his sons.
A fellowship luncheon in memory of Bill will be held Saturday, January 6th, at the Homestake Mansion in Lead. A family inurnment will be held that morning at Mountain Lawn Cemetery. A memorial has been established in Bill's name to Hospice of the Northern Hills. The Aldinger Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
William "Bill" Nichols, 73, of Lead passed away peacefully Thursday, December 22nd at his home following a lengthy illness. He was cared for during his final days by his wife of 26 years, Nira Nichols and their blended family of his sons, her daughters and their spouses.
Bill was born April 26, 1933 in Lead to Hugh and Hilma (Aarni) Nichols. His wife Nira and their pet cat Tinker Bell survive him and reside at the home he loved and cared for on Mill Street for over 50 years. Bill enjoyed and treasured his large extended family.
Bill married Sylvia Hart in 1955 and together had two sons, Michael and Jerome.
He married Nira Napton-Michael in 1980 and became stepfather to her six children.
Immediate family include; eldest son Michael; his wife Marsha and grandchildren Jess and Ellise Nichols of rural Deadwood; son Jerome, his wife Donna and granddaughters Katie and Julia Nichols of Rapid City. One brother, Hugh Nichols of Deadwood and three sisters; Sarah Fardig and Betty (Richard) Brown and family from California. Helen (Lynn) Harris and family in Arizona. Stepchildren; Stella (Steve) Anderson and Steven Michael; Helen (Doug) and Stacy Millar, Richard (Tanya and Travis) Michael all of Rapid City. Roberta, (Bob) Kera and Carrie Williams of Lead, Pam (Adam) Thomas and Bridgette Lewis of Sturgis, Patty, (Steve) and Lee Barton in Montana; eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Also considered family, are his many friends in Lead-Deadwood and the Northern Hills area.
He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and stepgrandson Chris Barton.
Bill attended Lead schools and began working for Homestake Mining Company in 1949. He worked various positions and retired as Master Warehouseman in November of 1992 after 43 years of service. Hunting, fishing, building and antiquing were favorite hobbies. A carefully selected collection of carbide mine and railroad lamps became his pride and joy. During his son's younger years, Bill spent time as a Boy Scout troop leader and Sunday school teacher. Many memorable outdoor activities and especially winter Scout camps in the Black Hills remain part of his legacy to his sons.
A fellowship luncheon in memory of Bill will be held Saturday, January 6th, at the Homestake Mansion in Lead. A family inurnment will be held that morning at Mountain Lawn Cemetery. A memorial has been established in Bill's name to Hospice of the Northern Hills. The Aldinger Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Bill was born April 26, 1933 in Lead to Hugh and Hilma (Aarni) Nichols. His wife Nira and their pet cat Tinker Bell survive him and reside at the home he loved and cared for on Mill Street for over 50 years. Bill enjoyed and treasured his large extended family.
Bill married Sylvia Hart in 1955 and together had two sons, Michael and Jerome.
He married Nira Napton-Michael in 1980 and became stepfather to her six children.
Immediate family include; eldest son Michael; his wife Marsha and grandchildren Jess and Ellise Nichols of rural Deadwood; son Jerome, his wife Donna and granddaughters Katie and Julia Nichols of Rapid City. One brother, Hugh Nichols of Deadwood and three sisters; Sarah Fardig and Betty (Richard) Brown and family from California. Helen (Lynn) Harris and family in Arizona. Stepchildren; Stella (Steve) Anderson and Steven Michael; Helen (Doug) and Stacy Millar, Richard (Tanya and Travis) Michael all of Rapid City. Roberta, (Bob) Kera and Carrie Williams of Lead, Pam (Adam) Thomas and Bridgette Lewis of Sturgis, Patty, (Steve) and Lee Barton in Montana; eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Also considered family, are his many friends in Lead-Deadwood and the Northern Hills area.
He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and stepgrandson Chris Barton.
Bill attended Lead schools and began working for Homestake Mining Company in 1949. He worked various positions and retired as Master Warehouseman in November of 1992 after 43 years of service. Hunting, fishing, building and antiquing were favorite hobbies. A carefully selected collection of carbide mine and railroad lamps became his pride and joy. During his son's younger years, Bill spent time as a Boy Scout troop leader and Sunday school teacher. Many memorable outdoor activities and especially winter Scout camps in the Black Hills remain part of his legacy to his sons.
A fellowship luncheon in memory of Bill will be held Saturday, January 6th, at the Homestake Mansion in Lead. A family inurnment will be held that morning at Mountain Lawn Cemetery. A memorial has been established in Bill's name to Hospice of the Northern Hills. The Aldinger Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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