Nicholas Nechols

Nicholas Daniel Nechols (Nick) passed away on July 27, 2012 at the age of 84. He was born December 23, 1927 in Stratford, Connecticut, he was the second youngest of nine brothers and sisters. His father and mother were Italian immigrants. Nick grew up loving horses and was able to pursue that passion during his military service, working in an army stable in Korea during the pre-war years. He married June Marie (Peterson) Nechols in 1950 and was married to her for 62 years until his death. She resides in Manhattan KS. He had two sons, James (Jim) of Manhattan KS and Robert (Bob) of Stamford CT. Nick was a carpenter and cabinet maker, and later a mechanic; he owned his businesses. He and June moved from Connecticut to Florida in 1970 where they worked until their retirement. In 2006 they moved to the Stoneybrook Retirement Community in Manhattan, KS. Nick was an avid golfer and also loved to fish. He was a devoted husband and father and loved his large family and many friends. Nick is survived by his wife, June, his son Jim and wife Judi, his son Bob and wife Jeehyun, six grandchildren: Brian, Daniel, Christopher; Laura, Spencer, and Mark, one great grandchild, Kaden, and several nieces and nephews and their families. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Local Arrangements by Irvin-Parkview Home & Cremation.