Mr. Nichols graduated from Drew Central High School and attended Arkansas A&M College (now UAM). He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Monticello, where he had served in many capacities over the years. He worked as a pipefitter before settling in Monticello in 1960, entering into the plumbing business with his brother, Luther. He retired in 1991 after 31 years.
He worked at both Union and Commercial banks over the next 12 years, served on the Monticello City Council, Drew County Chamber of Commerce, the Arkansas Manufactured Housing Board, Drew County Public Facilities Board and was a past member of the Monticello Parks Commission. Mr. Nichols was also a member of the Monticello Volunteer Fire Department and belonged to the Caraway Hunting Club for many years as well as the Monticello Bass Club.
Survivors include three daughters, Pat McClain and husband, Jim of Dallas, TX, Marcia Chronister and husband, Chris of Russellville and Becky Lincoln of Benton; one sister, Bonnie Jordan of Monticello; eight grandchildren, David Chronister of Russellville, Heidi Angel of Ft. Worth, TX, Kate Cheng of Dallas, TX, Adria Chronister of Russellville, Drew Chronister of Russellville, Caroline Gibson of Benton, Nick Chronister of Russellville, and Matthew Lincoln of Benton; and nine great grandchildren.
Condolences(28)
Lowell Lynde
Monticello, AR Friday, April 8, 2011 I was sorry to hear about J. C.'s death. He was passionate about playing bridge and we spent many hours at the table both as partners and opponents. Even after he got sick he was always ready and willing to play on Monday night whenever someone needed a partner. He will be missed by his friends at the Town & Gown Duplicate Bridge Club and the monthly gentlemen's bridge group here in Monticello and the Delta Diamonds Bridge Club in Dumas. May God bless J.C. and all his family.shirley stover
rison, AR Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Becky, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.Dennis Holley
, AR Sunday, March 27, 2011 Thinking of you during your loss.Dennis & Joy Holley
Janie Gibson
Rye, AR Sunday, March 27, 2011 I am so sorry for your loss. Mr Nichols was a very kind man. You are in my thoughts & prayers.Janice McAllister
Hot Springs Village, AR Saturday, March 26, 2011 Just wanted you all to know I'm thinking of you and sorry for your loss. Janice Gladden McAllisterDebrah Harris Dorrough
Mtn. View, AR Saturday, March 26, 2011 Hello, Pat, Marsha, and Becky,Wanda just called and told me about your dad. I'm so sorry. I always thought so much of him, he always made me laugh. Please know that you are all in my prayers. Debrah
Robert Hunter
Little Rock, AR Friday, March 25, 2011 Marcia, Becky and Pat, I was so sorry to read the passing of your father. As we all grew up in the Methodist Church I have very fond memories of your parents being a big part of lives, driving us to UMY District meetings, preparing meals, chaperones for school dances and parties. We were so fortunate to have all grown up in a small community where all of our parents help raise all the kids. May your father find real peace as he joins your mother forever.Kim and David Hoffman
Conway, AR Thursday, March 24, 2011 So sorry to hear about Mr. J.C. He was such a sweet man and will be missed by everyone. We will keep you all in our prayers.Kim and David Hoffman
Mike & Cindy Featherston
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 24, 2011 Dear Family: Our heartfelt love and sympathy goes out to you. JC was such a special part of our family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to each of you.(So sorry that I am out of town this week. My heart feels your pain in the loss of your father. JC and daddy are now catching those big ole bass that they loved to catch soooo much.)
Love,
Cindy Shook Featherston
Ken Robinson
Pine Bluff, AR Thursday, March 24, 2011 Pat, Marcia and Becky, I was very sorry to read about the passing of your father. My prayers are with your family during this very difficult time. Please give my regards to your family. Ken RobinsonRonia Young
monticello, AR Thursday, March 24, 2011 Mr.James, will be missed dearly,it was such a pleasure working wih him.Ken Robinson
Pine Bluff, AR Thursday, March 24, 2011 Pat, Marcia and Becky, I was very sorry to read about the passing of your fatherPatricia Williams
Mayflower, AR Thursday, March 24, 2011 Becky, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. No one can ever fill the shoes of a daddy. I will be praying for you and your family.Marsha Pierce
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 24, 2011 Healing Prayers for all the family. I am so sorry to hear about Mr J.C., he was a wonderful person inside & out.Sandra Cole
Russellville, AR Thursday, March 24, 2011 Marcia and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. May you feel God's comforting presence with you, It is never easy to give up parents but we do know he's enjoying his new homeWrenetta Carr
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 24, 2011 Pat, Marcia, Becky We sorry to hear the loss of your Dad. It is so hard to let them go. Our thoughts and prayers are with ya'll at this time. Will be thinking of you.Ronny and Wrenetta Carr
larry & janie fuller
monticello, AR Wednesday, March 23, 2011 We are saddened to learn of JC's passing.JC was a friend of ours since 1984. We got to know him well as he installed all the plumbing on our house. Not only did he supervise the job, he returned several weeks later one dark rainy night about midnight to check on a leak we assumed was caused by him. We discovered leak was caused by a carpenter. Nevertheless, JC came to our house when we asked-even at midnight during a minor flood. Thats the kind of man he was!
Later, I had the pleasure of attending not only worship service with him, but also enjoyed his dry humor at our coffee club every weekday morning.
In later years, I prepared JC's income tax return but was always a pleasure visiting with him.
We will all miss JC very much. He was a devoted and loving Husband and Father to his Family.
So sorry we will not be able to attend the Funeral Services as we are in Texas visiting our Son.
May God Bess your Family and provide comfort to you during your grievance.
Janie & Larry Fuller
Rena Day
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 23, 2011 It is so sad to see him go. He was a great, kind and compasionate man. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with the family.Beatrice Tucker
, AR Wednesday, March 23, 2011 Mr. J.C. was a very nice person. He was always wearing a big smile and loved to visit each of us at Union Bank. He will be missed. May the Lord grant each of you a special portion of his love and grace as you face the days ahead without your Dad. You are in my prayers.Alex Dearman
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 23, 2011 Prayers are with Mr. JC's family. He was a great man.Sharon and Mark Barnes
Naples, FL Wednesday, March 23, 2011 Pat and family, we pray you find comfort during your time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are certainly with you. God Bless.Daniel Rogers
Hot Springs Village, AR Wednesday, March 23, 2011 Pat, Becky, Marcia and Bonnie, and all the extended Nichols family, I am so sorry for your loss. It is never easy, and lately it seems like we have been at this point in our lives way too often. J. C. was prepared for this moment, and you can bet that he and Luther are looking for a card game between the hunting and fishing. Prayers for you all.Cherry Lusinger Cotham
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 23, 2011 My thoughts & prayers are with your family.Gale Shook
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 22, 2011 Pat, Marsha and Becky - my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We loved J and will miss him. He and Richard are probably already talking about fishing. Richard is probably asking him what took so long. They were such good friends and part of our family.Sue Dye Taylor
Sheridan, AR Tuesday, March 22, 2011 Pat, Marcia, Becky and families, Words cannot even begin to express my sorrow. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Praying for all of you, SueAngela Case
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 22, 2011 I will certainly miss him coming by occasionally to see me at work. He always shared wonderful stories about his life; traveling he did with his wife and the many achievements made by his children and their families. I am so thankful that I was given the opportunity to know him.bob White
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 22, 2011 J. C Was My good friend in high school at DCHS. I have many good memories with him I was fortunate to be back in Monticello the last year to be able to visit with him. Will miss. you pal.Jo Ann Trotter
MONTICELLO, AR Tuesday, March 22, 2011 I have lost a very dear friend and my heart is in so much pain. May God be with you J C