William Ray “Bill” Nichols, 85, of rural Lockridge went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, September 5, 2025, at his home.
Bill was born on September 13, 1939, in Ollie the son of Lawrence Henry and Bertha Ann (Calhoun) Nichols. Bill was united in marriage to Mary Sue Brecht on November 23, 1979. Bill was a professional over the road truck driver for Heatilator and later for Hearth and Home of Mount Pleasant for 31 years. Bill was a kindhearted, patient and quiet man who was always willing to help anyone. He was a master gardener who raised large gardens and gave lots of it away to many different people. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and was avid Pittsburg Steelers and Pittsburg Pirates fan. Above all else Bill had a strong faith in God and that helped him through his life. Bill attended the Lockridge Baptist Church.
Those thankful for sharing in Bill’s life include his wife, Mary Sue of 46 years, his children, Russ (Diana) Nichols, of Williamsburg, Terry Beauchamp, of Winfield, Lori (Tim) Martin, of Lexington Park, Maryland, Curt (Beth) Krieger, of Mount Pleasant, Mark (Susan) Brecht, of Olds and Susan (Dr. Patrick) Graham, of Lockridge, his grandchildren, Jordon (Aimee) Hendrickson, of Ames, Nate (Amanda) Beauchamp, of Mount Pleasant and Asa Beauchamp, of Brighton and 4 great grandchildren.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Lawerence, Ellis and Robert and his sister, Erma Jean Green, a grandson, Michael Beauchamp and a son-in-law, Mark Beauchamp.
According to his wishes no services will be held and cremation has been entrusted to the care of Murphy Funeral Home of Mount Pleasant. Memorials may be directed to the EveryStep Hospice of Mount Pleasant and may be mailed to the family at 3379 230th Street, Lockridge, Iowa 52635.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.murphyfuneralandmonuments.com
Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant is caring for his arrangements.