of Conway, AR
May 31, 1927 - April 30, 2022
Nelda Nichols, 94, of Conway, AR, passed away in the early morning hours of April 30, 2022, just shy of her 95th birthday. Nelda was born to Floyd Denton and Ida Mae (Langston) Denton May 31, 1927, near the Shady Grove settlement of Faulkner County.
Nelda moved with her husband, Charles Nichols to Conway in the early 40's before Charles went to war. She stayed in the home she made with Charles for the rest of her life.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles of 50 years; son, Larry Nichols; and grandson, Chris Nichols. She is survived by her son, Charles Nichols (Pam) of Marietta, Georgia; daughter, Debra Clemons (David) of Conway, Arkansas; daughter-in-Law, Kerry Nichols and family of Conway; grandchildren, Scott Nichols (Tanya), Beth Post (Josh); great grandchildren, Spencer, Catherine, and Sophie Nichols as well as Reece and Finley Post.
Nelda led a colorful and full life, starting out in the fields of Shady Grove. Nelda was an early athlete and enjoyed basketball in high school. After her marriage and move to Conway in the 40's she raised 3 children and worked a variety of jobs, including being the proprietor of Nelda's Cafe. Later she worked at International Shoe Factory and then went on to later become a supervisor at Conway Mills for over 15 years where she had many friends on the night shift. Nelda was a member of Life Song Church.
She will be fondly remembered by all who knew and loved her.
A visitation will be held Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at 1:00PM, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway with funeral services to follow at 2:00PM.
Interment will be at Bethlehem Cemetery in Greenbrier, Arkansas.
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6 Condolence(s)
Chalyce Lee
Saturday, June 4, 2022
I did not hear of the passing of Miss Sweet Nada until this very moment. She was such a sweet Woman who was always witty always make you smile and would joke around anytime I came and saw her. I'm so sorry for the loss of this sweet lady, she impacted my life in several ways and she will never be forgotten. I'll never forget how she always asked me to just swing on by just to see her. The very first time I was to go visit her I'll never forget how I went next-door to the wrong house and was startled just a tad, went to her house and told her the story of it and she never did let me live that one down! I am honored and blessed to have had the chance to meet such a sweet soul, I loved visiting with her and the many comical moments and memories we shared. I most definitely will never forget her, she stole my heart from day one.
Brenda S Mcclain
Monday, May 2, 2022
To Mrs. Nelda's family, I am very sorry to about Mrs. Nelda. She was a very special friend and lady she truly will be missed. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Deanna Brannon Thomas
Monday, May 2, 2022
I am WK Nichols Grandaughter. I want to let the family know I will be praying for you during this time of loss. Lean on Jesus.
Kim Hall
Sunday, May 1, 2022
My thoughts and prayers for all of you! Nelda was such a special person to me. I will always cling to the many laughs she gave me over the years.
Sylvia Childers
Saturday, April 30, 2022
Kerry, so sorry for you loss of your mother-in-law. Sending prayers and hugs! Love you
Jim Grinder
Saturday, April 30, 2022
Nelda was my line leader on 2nd shift at Kimberly Clark.
Never met a more honest to the core hard working lady. She never asked anything of anyone she wouldn't do herself.
Wonderful lady.
Nelda will be missed.
Prayers for the family.
Jim & Angela Grinder